OSHA has inspected Machine Specialties VA, LLC once in Virginia.
The inspection began on Aug 6, 2025 on a referral, in Ashland.
That inspection ended with 2 citation items: 2 serious.
Penalties were first proposed at $4,305 and still stand at $4,305.
How that compares: the median penalty per cited inspection for manufacturing employers since 2015 is $3,600, and Machine Specialties VA, LLC averages $4,305 (1 cited inspection).
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| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 16VAC25-60-120 |
Serious | $3,255 | $3,255 | Feb 2, 2026 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.178(a)(4) · Forklifts and other powered industrial trucks |
Serious | $1,050 | $1,050 | Feb 2, 2026 | Final |
Current text from the Code of Federal Regulations. Some citations were issued under older wording.
29 CFR 1910.178(a)(4)
(4) Modifications and additions which affect capacity and safe operation shall not be performed by the customer or user without manufacturers prior written approval. Capacity, operation, and maintenance instruction plates, tags, or decals shall be changed accordingly.
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