Escanaba, 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, Escanaba, MI has 54 employers tracked by OSHA with 129 total inspections and $305K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Escanaba
Workplace safety enforcement records in Escanaba, MI span 54 employers and 129 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 2.4 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 392 violations — a rate of 3.04 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $305K, averaging $6K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: BASIC MARINE, INC. alone accounts for $199K in current OSHA penalties, representing 65.3% of the citywide total. The 392 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 Escanaba typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 54 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 Escanaba
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BASIC MARINE, INC. Manufacturing | 5 | 61 | $199K |
| 2 | STEWART KNIVES, LLC DBA BARK RIVER KNIVES Manufacturing | 2 | 16 | $20K |
| 3 | VERSO ESCANABA LLC Manufacturing | 6 | 6 | $19K |
| 4 | ESCANABA CTY OF Public Administration | 2 | 23 | $10K |
| 5 | ENGINEERED MACHINED PRODUCTS INC Manufacturing | 5 | 21 | $8K |
| 6 | Rent-A-Maid Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | Super 8 Escanaba Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 8 | ESCANABA CITY OF Public Administration | 2 | 4 | $5K |
| 9 | JEFF LAFAVE CONSTRUCTION, INC. Construction | 4 | 19 | $4K |
| 10 | MJ VANDAMME INC Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | 6 | $4K |
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All Employers in Escanaba, MI
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED PARCEL SERVICE INC | Transportation & Warehousing | 3 | $0 |
| ESCANABA CITY OF WASTEWATER | Utilities | 2 | $0 |
| ANTHONY AND COMPANY | Manufacturing | 3 | $0 |
| HJ MANUFACTURING, INC. DBA DELTA MANUFACTURING | Manufacturing | 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.
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