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Transportation & Warehousing · Canton, MI

Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC ranks #79,162 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 16 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty75% serious
$1,714
OSHA penalties
16
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#79,162
of 99,447 penalized employers

Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC in Canton, MI has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 16 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,714. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC 2 times over 4 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 16 violations, averaging 8.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #79,162 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 12 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Transportation & Warehousing industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.1x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Al Geisler and Son, Inc. in McKees Rocks, PA is another transportation & warehousing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

8.0
violations per inspection
75.0%
of violations were serious
#79,162
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 16 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (8.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Transportation & Warehousing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC runs well below peers (0.28x 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

$1,714 Top 20% most affordable more affordable than 80% 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 Transportation & Warehousing employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.14.89.514.218.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedYRC INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7GOLDEN EMPIRE TOWING…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8USF HOLLAND, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1AVMAX MONTANA, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10FAVORITE FOODS INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3STRATTON EQUITY COOP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18SILGAN PLASTICS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1COST PLUS WORLD MARKET, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3HOPKINSVILLE ELEVATO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2CAPSTONE LOGISTICS, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2OMAHA TRANSLOADING C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4NATIONAL MAINTENANCE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5HERITAGE MOVING SYST…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5SSA MARINE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2ROADLINK USA, LLC DB…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2NJ OFFICE OF INFORMA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4UNITED STATES POSTAL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1GOODWILL INDUSTRIES …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4VALLEY MOVER, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15Arctic Cold Storage …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16
Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 16 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Transportation & Warehousing peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC in the Transportation & Warehousing enforcement ledger

In Transportation & Warehousing, Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC sits at penalty rank #3,345 of 4,071 penalized establishments ($1,714 assessed).

How Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC Compares

Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC's 8.00 violations per inspection compares to the Transportation & Warehousing sector average of 3.2 violations per employer.

Against the Transportation & Warehousing industry average of $6,129 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well below peers (0.28x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2010-01-07

Last Inspection

2014-06-16

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

8.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$857

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,295

What this shows 2 inspections over 4 years, averaging 8.0 violations per visit. That's $857 per inspection vs. the Transportation & Warehousing average of $3,295.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

12

Serious

75.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

25.0% 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

$3,525

Current Penalty Amount

$1,714

Penalty Reduction

51.4%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $1,811 from the initial assessment of $3,525. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Transportation & Warehousing

How Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC compares to the Transportation & Warehousing sector, which has 9,914 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 1.9
Violations 16 3.2
Total Penalty $1,714 $6,129
Avg Penalty per Inspection $857 $3,295
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Nationwide Transportation & Warehousing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,714 here).

Hal Leonard Corporation $1,715 MN Jimmy Matthews Towing & Repair $1,710 VA DR. Pepper/Seven Up, INC. $1,710 NV Suderman Contracting Stevedores, INC. $1,706 TX

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

YRC INC. 2 insp. New Castle, DE Golden Empire Towing, INC. 2 insp. Bakersfield, CA Usf Holland, LLC 2 insp. Dayton, OH United Parcel Service 2 insp. South Portland, ME

Nearby & Similar Employers in Transportation & Warehousing

Showing 5 of 9913 other employers tracked in this sector.

Hal Leonard Corporation
Winona, MN
3 inspections $1,715
Jimmy Matthews Towing & Repair
Stony Creek, VA
2 inspections $1,710
DR. Pepper/Seven Up, INC.
Reno, NV
2 inspections $1,710
Al Geisler and Son, Inc.
McKees Rocks, PA
0 inspections $0
Troje's
Inver Grove Heights, MN
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 Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 16 violations across 2 inspections, including 12 serious violations. Compared to Transportation & Warehousing industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC have? ▼
Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC has 16 OSHA violations on record, including 12 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,714.
How many OSHA inspections has Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC had? ▼
Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-01-07 and the most recent on 2014-06-16. This averages 8.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC? ▼
Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC has been assessed $1,714 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $3,525 (a 51.4% reduction).
Does Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC has 12 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 Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC operate in? ▼
Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC operates in the Transportation & Warehousing sector (NAICS code 493120). This industry has 9,914 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 18,441 total OSHA inspections and $60.77M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC ranks #79,162 (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 Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Arctic Cold Storage & Warehousing INC's total OSHA penalty of $1,714 is below the Transportation & Warehousing industry average of $6,129 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.9 per employer. For a direct comparison, Al Geisler and Son, Inc. in McKees Rocks, PA is a similar transportation & warehousing employer with $0 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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