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American Steel Fabricators INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), American Steel Fabricators INC ranks #63,007 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 30 violations across 4 inspections.

Lower half by penalty37% serious
$3,752
OSHA penalties
30
Violations cited
4
OSHA inspections
#63,007
of 99,447 penalized employers

American Steel Fabricators INC in Farmington, MI has been the subject of 4 OSHA workplace inspections and 30 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $3,752. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected American Steel Fabricators INC 4 times across a longer 10-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 30 violations, averaging 7.5 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #63,007 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 11 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Hillphoenix Specialty in Keosauqua, IA is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $3,751 in current penalties.

7.5
violations per inspection
36.7%
of violations were serious
#63,007
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 30 violations across 4 OSHA inspections (7.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How American Steel Fabricators INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows American Steel Fabricators INC runs well below peers (0.24x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts As of 2026

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$3,752 Top 37% most affordable more affordable than 63% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). Above this entry. This employer $0 $55,000 every penalized U.S. employer, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Manufacturing employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is American Steel Fabricators INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both4.04.044.04.03.417.531.545.559.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedSILVER BAY SEAFOODS …, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 21UTEX INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 57MONTGOMERY CHEMICAL …, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 46READYWISE, INC., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 9TUFTCO FINISHING SYS…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 22TREND TECHNOLOGIES, …, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 15U.S. PIPE FABRICATIO…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 8LOWELL MANUFACTURING…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 32ALLIANCE PAPER COMPA…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 14BENJAMIN MOORE & CO., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 9MARTENS FRESH, LLC, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 21NUTRACEUTICAL CORPOR…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 8FLOTECH, INC., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 19T/J FABRICATORS, INC., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 10ANCHOR PACKAGING, INC., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 9RESCO PRODUCTS, INC., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 15M-C FABRICATION, INC., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 16NEPW LOGISTICS, INC., OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 8SMITHFIELD PACKAGED …, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 8RAIN CII, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 6American Steel Fabri…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 30
American Steel Fabricators INC has 4 OSHA inspections on record and 30 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Manufacturing peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

American Steel Fabricators INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, American Steel Fabricators INC sits at penalty rank #25,615 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($3,752 assessed).

How American Steel Fabricators INC Compares

American Steel Fabricators INC's 7.50 violations per inspection compares to the Manufacturing sector average of 8.0 violations per employer.

Against the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well below peers (0.24x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

4

First Inspection

2012-07-18

Last Inspection

2022-02-02

Inspection Span

10 yrs

Violations / Inspection

7.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$938

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 4 inspections over 10 years, averaging 7.5 violations per visit. That's $938 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

11

Serious

36.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

6

Repeat

20.0% of total

13

Other-Than-Serious

43.3% of total

What this shows Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Enforcement detail

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$7,500

Current Penalty Amount

$3,752

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $3,748 from the initial assessment of $7,500. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How American Steel Fabricators INC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric American Steel Fabricators INC Industry Avg
Inspections 4 2.6
Violations 30 8.0
Total Penalty $3,752 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $938 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for American Steel Fabricators INC, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($3,752 here).

Continental Steel Works, INC. $3,752 MT Barrett Plating INC $3,752 IA Convergen Energy $3,751 WI Hillphoenix Specialty $3,751 IA

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (4 inspections here).

Silver Bay Seafoods LLC 4 insp. Sitka, AK Utex Industries, INC. 4 insp. Weimar, TX Montgomery Chemical LLC 4 insp. Conshohocken, PA Readywise, INC. 4 insp. Salt Lake City, UT

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Continental Steel Works, INC.
Butte, MT
3 inspections $3,752
Barrett Plating INC
Des Moines, IA
2 inspections $3,752
Convergen Energy
Green Bay, WI
2 inspections $3,751
Hillphoenix Specialty
Keosauqua, IA
2 inspections $3,751
SRA International Inc., A CSRA Company
Atlanta, GA
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

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Figures reflect closed OSHA and WHD federal enforcement actions on record (2010–2026); not every workplace issue results in an inspection or investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is American Steel Fabricators INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, American Steel Fabricators INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 30 violations across 4 inspections, including 11 serious violations. Compared to Manufacturing industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does American Steel Fabricators INC have? ▼
American Steel Fabricators INC has 30 OSHA violations on record, including 11 serious, 0 willful, and 6 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $3,752.
How many OSHA inspections has American Steel Fabricators INC had? ▼
American Steel Fabricators INC has had 4 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-07-18 and the most recent on 2022-02-02. This averages 7.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for American Steel Fabricators INC? ▼
American Steel Fabricators INC has been assessed $3,752 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $7,500 (a 50.0% reduction).
Does American Steel Fabricators INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. American Steel Fabricators INC has 11 serious violations, and 6 repeat violations. Serious violations involve hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate the employer intentionally or knowingly disregarded the law.
What industry does American Steel Fabricators INC operate in? ▼
American Steel Fabricators INC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332313). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does American Steel Fabricators INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, American Steel Fabricators INC ranks #63,007 (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). The ordinal is a live COUNT of employers with a lower total_current_penalty; see the methodology page for the exact derivation.
How does American Steel Fabricators INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
American Steel Fabricators INC's total OSHA penalty of $3,752 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 4 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Hillphoenix Specialty in Keosauqua, IA is a similar manufacturing employer with $3,751 in current penalties.
Data Sources & Methodology ▼

Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

Source: Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

Compliance actions from the WHD, covering enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime, and child labor violations. Back wages represent amounts owed to affected employees as determined by WHD investigations.

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