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Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC ranks #14,610 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 52 violations across 5 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty79% serious
$23,393
OSHA penalties
52
Violations cited
5
OSHA inspections
#14,610
of 99,447 penalized employers

Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC in Blackville, SC has been the subject of 5 OSHA workplace inspections and 52 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $23,393. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC 5 times over 2 years - more than twice a year on average. These inspections turned up 52 violations, averaging 10.4 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #14,610 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 41 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 (1.9x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, World Food Processing LLC in Oskaloosa, IA is another manufacturing employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $23,388 in current penalties.

10.4
violations per inspection
78.8%
of violations were serious
#14,610
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 52 violations across 5 OSHA inspections (10.4 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 Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC runs moderately above peers (1.5x 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

$23,393 Bottom 15% least affordable more affordable than 15% 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 Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both5.05.055.05.0018.336.755.073.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedJBS FOODS, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 18PHYTOGENX, INC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17VOESTALPINE AUTOMOTI…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 14BLUE CHIP GROUP INC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 18TRIPLE DIAMOND PLAST…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 14ACOUSTICAL SHEETMETA…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 12ADAM METAL PRODUCTS …, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 16PITTSBURGH GLASS WOR…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 3DECORATIVE PANELS IN…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 9QUALEX MANUFACTURING…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 11YAQUINA BOAT EQUIPME…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 12KENNEY MANUFACTURING…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 9DUNBARTON CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 3STATE INDUSTRIES, LLC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 13NORTHWEST PACKING CO, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 7NEWSTRESS INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 11KELLY WINDOW MFG INC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 27RUCKMANS, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 11POLY FLOW LLC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 4CROSMAN CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 70Augusta Fiberglass C…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 52
Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC has 5 OSHA inspections on record and 52 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.

Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC is the #7,145 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($23,393).

How Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC Compares

Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC's 10.40 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 (1.5x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

5

First Inspection

2012-02-23

Last Inspection

2013-10-31

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

10.4

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$4,679

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 5 inspections over 2 years, averaging 10.4 violations per visit. That's $4,679 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

41

Serious

78.8% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

11

Other-Than-Serious

21.2% 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

$30,625

Current Penalty Amount

$23,393

Penalty Reduction

23.6%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $7,232 from the initial assessment of $30,625. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC Industry Avg
Inspections 5 2.6
Violations 52 8.0
Total Penalty $23,393 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $4,679 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC, both outside SC so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($23,393 here).

Aaa Custom Cabinets, INC. $23,394 NV Epic Enterprises, INC. $23,389 MA World Food Processing LLC $23,388 IA Hendry Corporation $23,399 FL

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (5 inspections here).

JBS Foods, INC. 5 insp. Greeley, CO Phytogenx, INC 5 insp. Morgantown, PA Voestalpine Automotive Components Cartersville LLC 5 insp. White, GA Blue Chip Group INC 5 insp. Salt Lake City, UT

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Aaa Custom Cabinets, INC.
Henderson, NV
2 inspections $23,394
Padaria Brasil, Inc. 2
Framingham, MA
0 inspections $0
Epic Enterprises, INC.
Ayer, MA
3 inspections $23,389
World Food Processing LLC
Oskaloosa, IA
3 inspections $23,388
Hendry Corporation
Tampa, FL
5 inspections $23,399

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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 Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 52 violations across 5 inspections, including 41 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 Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC have? ▼
Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC has 52 OSHA violations on record, including 41 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $23,393.
How many OSHA inspections has Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC had? ▼
Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC has had 5 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-02-23 and the most recent on 2013-10-31. This averages 10.4 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC? ▼
Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC has been assessed $23,393 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $30,625 (a 23.6% reduction).
Does Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC has 41 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 Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC operate in? ▼
Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 326199). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC ranks #14,610 (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 Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Augusta Fiberglass Coatings INC's total OSHA penalty of $23,393 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.5x the average). The employer has 5 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, World Food Processing LLC in Oskaloosa, IA is a similar manufacturing employer with $23,388 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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