Summary of COSHAB-ALJ's decision dated January 2, 1996, Docket No. 95-R1D5-739 (Ukiah, CA). James Wolpman, Administrative Law Judge. For Employer: Ralph Arreguin, Safety Supervisor. For DOSH: Jimmie B. Jones, Safety Engineer.
Employer was cited, after a complaint inspection of its premises, for four general violations. Penalties were proposed of $100 for each alleged violation. Employer appealed the penalty amounts and indicated that the complaint was prompted by revenge on the part of a former employee. At the hearing, Employer was informed that the motive of a complainant "is not a relevant consideration," and that evidence of such a motive would be
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