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Armor Industrial Fabricator

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Armor Industrial Fabricator ranks #16,433 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 18 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty72% serious
$21,120
OSHA penalties
18
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#16,433
of 99,447 penalized employers

Armor Industrial Fabricator in Baytown, TX has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 18 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $21,120. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Armor Industrial Fabricator 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 18 violations, averaging 9.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #16,433 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 13 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, Galaxy Technologies INC in Winfield, KS is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $21,120 in current penalties.

9.0
violations per inspection
72.2%
of violations were serious
#16,433
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 18 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (9.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Armor Industrial Fabricator compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Armor Industrial Fabricator runs moderately above peers (1.3x 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

$21,120 Bottom 17% least affordable more affordable than 17% 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%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Armor Industrial Fabricator.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.01.69.116.523.931.4OSHA inspectionsViolations citedTAYLOR FARMS NEW JER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21UGN, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12HIXSON LUMBER COMPAN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8E.J. BROOKS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20CROWN POLY, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21PACKAGING CORPORATIO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10SAGER CREEK VEGETABL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24PRESTIGE MARBLE & GR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 30SANTOS BAKERY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9GWS TOOL GROUP DBA A…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21L A. PILLOW & FIBER,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5EAST BAKING COMPANY …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6BOTTLING GROUP, LLC.…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10BUDZAR INDUSTRIES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24BWAY CORPORATION DBA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3LIGNETICS GROUP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15QUIKRETE CALIFORNIA,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3HACKNEY LADISH, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11GRASSO FOODS INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9CORDEN PHARMA COLORA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6Armor Industrial Fab…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18
Armor Industrial Fabricator has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 18 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.

Armor Industrial Fabricator in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Armor Industrial Fabricator ranks #7,991 at $21,120 current penalty.

How Armor Industrial Fabricator Compares

Armor Industrial Fabricator's 9.00 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 moderately above peers (1.3x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2012-11-06

Last Inspection

2013-07-31

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

9.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$10,560

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 9.0 violations per visit. That's $10,560 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

13

Serious

72.2% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

5

Other-Than-Serious

27.8% 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

$35,200

Current Penalty Amount

$21,120

Penalty Reduction

40.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $14,080 from the initial assessment of $35,200. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Armor Industrial Fabricator compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Armor Industrial Fabricator Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 18 8.0
Total Penalty $21,120 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $10,560 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Armor Industrial Fabricator, both outside TX so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($21,120 here).

Brunswick Cellulose, LLC $21,120 GA Galaxy Technologies INC $21,120 KS Custom Design Incorporated $21,121 RI Sofo Foods of Ohio, LLC $21,124 OH

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Taylor Farms New Jersey, INC. 2 insp. Swedesboro, NJ Ugn, INC. 2 insp. Monroe, OH Hixson Lumber Company, LLC 2 insp. Rison, AR E.J. Brooks 2 insp. Tallapoosa, GA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Brunswick Cellulose, LLC
Brunswick, GA
5 inspections $21,120
Galaxy Technologies INC
Winfield, KS
2 inspections $21,120
Custom Design Incorporated
North Kingstown, RI
2 inspections $21,121
Sofo Foods of Ohio, LLC
Toledo, OH
3 inspections $21,124
McShares, INC.
Salina, KS
4 inspections $21,124

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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 Armor Industrial Fabricator safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Armor Industrial Fabricator's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 18 violations across 2 inspections, including 13 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 Armor Industrial Fabricator have? ▼
Armor Industrial Fabricator has 18 OSHA violations on record, including 13 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $21,120.
How many OSHA inspections has Armor Industrial Fabricator had? ▼
Armor Industrial Fabricator has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-11-06 and the most recent on 2013-07-31. This averages 9.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Armor Industrial Fabricator? ▼
Armor Industrial Fabricator has been assessed $21,120 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $35,200 (a 40.0% reduction).
Does Armor Industrial Fabricator have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Armor Industrial Fabricator has 13 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 Armor Industrial Fabricator operate in? ▼
Armor Industrial Fabricator operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332420). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Armor Industrial Fabricator rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Armor Industrial Fabricator ranks #16,433 (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 Armor Industrial Fabricator's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Armor Industrial Fabricator's total OSHA penalty of $21,120 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.3x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Galaxy Technologies INC in Winfield, KS is a similar manufacturing employer with $21,120 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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