Alpena, MI
OSHA inspections and DOL WHD cases sourced from the most recent federal release. Each employer record links to the full inspection or case history.
As of 2024, Alpena, MI has 40 employers tracked by OSHA with 101 total inspections and $147K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Alpena
Workplace safety enforcement records in Alpena, MI span 40 employers and 101 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 2.5 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 246 violations — a rate of 2.44 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $147K, averaging $4K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: Northern Michigan Steel alone accounts for $0 in current OSHA penalties, representing 0.0% of the citywide total. The 246 violations on record include every citation category OSHA tracks — serious, willful, repeat, and other-than-serious. Because OSHA prioritizes complaint-driven and high-hazard inspections, cities with active enforcement footprints like Alpena typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 40 employer records provide a verifiable compliance trail. Each record below links to that employer's full inspection history, violation breakdown, and penalty timeline. The underlying data comes directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement database and reflects current assessed amounts following any settlements, informal conferences, or formal contests.
Top Employers in Alpena
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Northern Michigan Steel Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2 | Red Brick Tap and Barrel Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 3 | DECORATIVE PANELS INTERNATIONAL Manufacturing | 11 | 22 | $29K |
| 4 | NEMROC INC Manufacturing | 8 | 21 | $25K |
| 5 | DECORATIVE PANELS INTERNATIONAL INC Manufacturing | 5 | 9 | $23K |
| 6 | Young's Carpet One Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | DECORATIVE PANELS INTL Manufacturing | 3 | 17 | $11K |
| 8 | BESSER COMPANY USA Manufacturing | 5 | 6 | $10K |
| 9 | Z's Crossroads/Lindle Investments, LLC Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | MACARTHUR CONSTRUCTION, INC. Construction | 3 | 18 | $8K |
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All Employers in Alpena, MI
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Michigan Steel | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Red Brick Tap and Barrel | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| DECORATIVE PANELS INTERNATIONAL | Manufacturing | 11 | $29K |
| NEMROC INC | Manufacturing | 8 | $25K |
| DECORATIVE PANELS INTERNATIONAL INC | Manufacturing | 5 | $23K |
| Young's Carpet One | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| DECORATIVE PANELS INTL | Manufacturing | 3 | $11K |
| BESSER COMPANY USA | Manufacturing | 5 | $10K |
| Z's Crossroads/Lindle Investments, LLC | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| MACARTHUR CONSTRUCTION, INC. | Construction | 3 | $8K |
| VRC Rehabilitation | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| ALPENA PUBLIC SCHOOLS | Educational Services | 3 | $8K |
| THUNDER BAY ELECTRIC, INC. | Construction | 4 | $6K |
| CITY OF ALPENA | Construction | 4 | $5K |
| Ramada Inn-Alpena | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| ALPENA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | $4K |
| METAL TECH INDUSTRIAL CORP | Manufacturing | 4 | $4K |
| TDE Enterprises, Inc. | Manufacturing | 0 | $0 |
| BESSER CO | Manufacturing | 3 | $2K |
| W G BENJEY INC | Manufacturing | 2 | $2K |
| MCDONALD AUTO SUPPLY INC | Wholesale Trade | 2 | $1K |
| MAGNALOY | Manufacturing | 2 | $1K |
| VANWAGONER BUILDERS | Construction | 2 | $1K |
| OMEGA ELECTRIC & SIGN COMPANY, INC. | Construction | 3 | $1K |
| MERIDIAN CONTRACTING SERVICES, LLC | Construction | 2 | $1K |
| WOLGAST CORPORATION | Construction | 2 | $900 |
| JOHN'S ELECTRIC INC | Construction | 2 | $900 |
| KTM INC | Manufacturing | 2 | $870 |
| LEAVESLEY CONSTRUCTION LLC | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $800 |
| WOODRUFF CONSTRUCTION, LLC | Construction | 2 | $400 |
| ALPENA AGGREGATE INC. | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 2 | $400 |
| BLISS PAINTING | Construction | 2 | $300 |
| FIBER CHAR CORP | Manufacturing | 4 | $291 |
| ALPENA POWER CO | Utilities | 2 | $200 |
| LAKESHORE PLUMBING & HEATING INC | Construction | 3 | $0 |
| THUNDER BAY ELECTRIC INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| L & L CONTR INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| DEPARTMENT OF INTERIOR, U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, ALPENA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION OFFICE | Public Administration | 2 | $0 |
| MIDMICHIGAN MEDICAL CENTER-ALPENA | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | $0 |
| BEDROCK CONTRACTING & EXCAVATING, LLC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
Source: OSHA Enforcement Data — U.S. Department of Labor (data.dol.gov)
Source: Wage & Hour Division (WHD) Compliance Actions — U.S. Department of Labor
Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
