If Alicia has filed a complaint regarding a serious hazard that could result in a fatality or serious injury, OSHA will most likely respond by conducting a worksite inspection. OSHA prioritizes complaints that indicate serious hazards, especially those that could lead to fatalities or serious injuries, and typically inspects the workplace within a short timeframe to assess the situation and determine if there are violations of safety regulations
. In some cases, OSHA may first contact the employer by phone, fax, or letter to describe the alleged hazard and request a response within five days. If the employer’s response is adequate, OSHA might not conduct an inspection. However, for serious hazards, an on-site inspection is generally the standard response to ensure worker safety
. Thus, for a serious hazard complaint like Alicia’s, OSHA will most likely proceed with an on-site inspection to verify the hazard and enforce corrective actions if needed
