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Appleton Steel INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Appleton Steel INC ranks #21,678 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 23 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty70% serious
$16,540
OSHA penalties
23
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#21,678
of 99,447 penalized employers

Appleton Steel INC in Appleton, WI has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 23 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $16,540. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Appleton Steel INC 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections turned up 23 violations, averaging 11.5 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #21,678 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 16 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 below peers (0.8x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Farm Fresh Foods LLC in Guntersville, AL is another manufacturing employer with 4 OSHA inspections on record and $16,544 in current penalties.

11.5
violations per inspection
69.6%
of violations were serious
#21,678
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 23 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (11.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Appleton Steel INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Appleton Steel INC sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x 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

$16,540 Bottom 22% least affordable more affordable than 22% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Appleton Steel INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.0030.260.390.5120.7OSHA inspectionsViolations citedSAMUEL, SON & CO (US…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3U.S. MINERALS, L.L.C., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 39REMINGTON ARMS CO., …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 115ALFAGOMMA AURORA TF …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12CENTRAL VALLEY TANK …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13BALL, BOUNCE AND SPO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17BASF, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11BAYER HEALTHCARE LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4METALLURGICAL PROCES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 41KISHWAUKEE FORGE COM…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8CASA DAL MARE, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21PARAGON RIO GRANDE, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21HARRIS SPICE COMPANY…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6BAGLEY HARDWOOD PROD…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9PROFORM GROUP, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11DARIGOLD INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6ORIGIN BJJ. LLC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3CHINA PACIFIC CO INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11LEPRINO FOODS, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7HORNADY MANUFACTURING, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2Appleton Steel INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 23
Appleton Steel INC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 23 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.

Appleton Steel INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Appleton Steel INC sits at penalty rank #10,334 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($16,540 assessed).

How Appleton Steel INC Compares

Appleton Steel INC's 11.50 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 sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2011-03-09

Last Inspection

2011-03-09

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

11.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$8,270

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 11.5 violations per visit. That's $8,270 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

16

Serious

69.6% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

7

Other-Than-Serious

30.4% 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

$33,000

Current Penalty Amount

$16,540

Penalty Reduction

49.9%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $16,460 from the initial assessment of $33,000. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

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

Metric Appleton Steel INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 23 8.0
Total Penalty $16,540 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $8,270 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

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

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($16,540 here).

Custom Sheet and Steel Fabricators INC. $16,542 KS Industrial Container Services $16,542 WA Smith Print, Incorporated $16,538 MA Pacific Coast Flange INC. $16,537 NV

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

Samuel, Son & CO (USA) INC. 2 insp. Lebanon, VA U.S. Minerals, L.L.C. 2 insp. Galveston, TX Remington Arms CO., INC. 2 insp. Ilion, NY Alfagomma Aurora TF LLC 2 insp. Batavia, IL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Custom Sheet and Steel Fabricators INC.
Council Grove, KS
4 inspections $16,542
Industrial Container Services
Seattle, WA
2 inspections $16,542
Smith Print, Incorporated
Norwell, MA
2 inspections $16,538
Pacific Coast Flange INC.
Carson City, NV
2 inspections $16,537
Farm Fresh Foods LLC
Guntersville, AL
4 inspections $16,544

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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 Appleton Steel INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Appleton Steel INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 23 violations across 2 inspections, including 16 serious violations. Compared to Manufacturing industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Appleton Steel INC have? ▼
Appleton Steel INC has 23 OSHA violations on record, including 16 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $16,540.
How many OSHA inspections has Appleton Steel INC had? ▼
Appleton Steel INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-03-09 and the most recent on 2011-03-09. This averages 11.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Appleton Steel INC? ▼
Appleton Steel INC has been assessed $16,540 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $33,000 (a 49.9% reduction).
Does Appleton Steel INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Appleton Steel INC has 16 serious 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 Appleton Steel INC operate in? ▼
Appleton Steel INC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 333111). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Appleton Steel INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Appleton Steel INC ranks #21,678 (the top quarter 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 Appleton Steel INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Appleton Steel INC's total OSHA penalty of $16,540 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.0x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Farm Fresh Foods LLC in Guntersville, AL is a similar manufacturing employer with $16,544 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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