An employer receives an OSHA citation classified as 'willful' with a proposed penalty. Which statement correctly describes a willful violation?
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AThe employer intentionally and knowingly committed the violation or was aware a hazardous condition existed and made no reasonable effort to eliminate it
BThe employer received a prior citation for the same standard within any prior year
CThe employer's violation directly caused a recordable injury requiring days away from work
DThe hazard was immediately dangerous to life and required an emergency shutdown order
✓ Correct answer: A. The employer intentionally and knowingly committed the violation or was aware a hazardous condition existed and made no reasonable effort to eliminate itOSHA defines a willful violation as one committed with plain indifference to, or intentional disregard of, employee safety and health requirements — distinct from repeat violations, which involve a prior citation history.
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