OSHA cited a discount store chain for a ________ violation after it failed to keep exit routes free and unobstructed.An inspection revealed that the store knowingly permitted the exits to be blocked.

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The given scenario mentions that the store knowingly permitted the exits to be blocked, which implies that the violation was committed intentionally or with disregard to worker safety. Such violations are classified as "willful" by OSHA. Meanwhile, a "serious" violation is one that poses a substantial probability of causing serious physical harm or death, which may also include instances where the employer knew or should have known of the hazard but did nothing to correct it. Therefore, choice A)willful is the best answer.

OSHA Cited a Discount Store Chain for a ________ Violation