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Manufacturing · Sharon, TN

B & R Machine & Gear Corporation

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), B & R Machine & Gear Corporation ranks #39,047 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 23 violations across 3 inspections.

Upper half by penalty43% serious
$8,730
OSHA penalties
23
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#39,047
of 99,447 penalized employers

B & R Machine & Gear Corporation in Sharon, TN has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 23 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $8,730. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected B & R Machine & Gear Corporation 3 times across a longer 12-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 23 violations, averaging 7.7 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #39,047 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 10 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.2x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Tennessee Alloys Company, LLC in Bridgeport, AL is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $8,730 in current penalties.

7.7
violations per inspection
43.5%
of violations were serious
#39,047
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 23 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (7.7 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 B & R Machine & Gear Corporation runs moderately below peers (0.6x 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

$8,730 Bottom 39% least affordable more affordable than 39% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 B & R Machine & Gear Corporation.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.00.110.52131.441.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedHEARTHSIDE FOOD SOLU…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4LA TERRA FINA USA, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5PRINCE INDUSTRIES INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11WM. STEINEN MFG. CO., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12COASTAL PLATING COMP…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 40CARDINAL SCALE MANUF…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5KFH INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17PARAGON TEMPERED GLA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11CARROLLTON WOOD PROD…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 19CENTER ETHANOL COMPA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11SK TECH, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15PHELPS INDUSTRIES, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8THE SHREDDER COMPANY…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 21HART - CLAYTON INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11CBC LATROBE ACQUISIT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6SUSCON, INCORPORATED, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12ILLINOIS FABRICATORS…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17IRRITEC USA, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2G.C. EVANS SALES & M…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 16CHAMPION HOME BUILDE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17B & R Machine & Gear…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 23
B & R Machine & Gear Corporation has 3 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.

B & R Machine & Gear Corporation in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, B & R Machine & Gear Corporation sits at penalty rank #17,349 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($8,730 assessed).

How B & R Machine & Gear Corporation Compares

B & R Machine & Gear Corporation's 7.67 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 below peers (0.6x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2010-08-10

Last Inspection

2022-06-13

Inspection Span

12 yrs

Violations / Inspection

7.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,910

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 12 years, averaging 7.7 violations per visit. That's $2,910 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

10

Serious

43.5% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

13

Other-Than-Serious

56.5% 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

$9,650

Current Penalty Amount

$8,730

Penalty Reduction

9.5%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $920 from the initial assessment of $9,650. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How B & R Machine & Gear Corporation compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric B & R Machine & Gear Corporation Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 23 8.0
Total Penalty $8,730 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,910 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for B & R Machine & Gear Corporation, both outside TN so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($8,730 here).

Alpha Protech Engineered Products, INC $8,730 GA Tennessee Alloys Company, LLC $8,730 AL Gigliotti and Sons Iron Works $8,730 PA Jost Chemical $8,730 MO

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (3 inspections here).

Hearthside Food Solutions, LLC 3 insp. Romeoville, IL LA Terra Fina USA, LLC 3 insp. Union City, CA Prince Industries INC. 3 insp. Batavia, IL WM. Steinen MFG. CO. 3 insp. Parsippany, NJ

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Alpha Protech Engineered Products, INC
Valdosta, GA
3 inspections $8,730
Tennessee Alloys Company, LLC
Bridgeport, AL
2 inspections $8,730
Gigliotti and Sons Iron Works
Shillington, PA
2 inspections $8,730
Jost Chemical
Overland, MO
2 inspections $8,730
The Larson Group, LTD.
Cincinnati, OH
2 inspections $8,730

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What to do with this record

Use B & R Machine & Gear Corporation's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

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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 B & R Machine & Gear Corporation safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, B & R Machine & Gear Corporation's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 23 violations across 3 inspections, including 10 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 B & R Machine & Gear Corporation have? ▼
B & R Machine & Gear Corporation has 23 OSHA violations on record, including 10 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $8,730.
How many OSHA inspections has B & R Machine & Gear Corporation had? ▼
B & R Machine & Gear Corporation has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-08-10 and the most recent on 2022-06-13. This averages 7.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for B & R Machine & Gear Corporation? ▼
B & R Machine & Gear Corporation has been assessed $8,730 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $9,650 (a 9.5% reduction).
Does B & R Machine & Gear Corporation have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. B & R Machine & Gear Corporation has 10 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 B & R Machine & Gear Corporation operate in? ▼
B & R Machine & Gear Corporation operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 333612). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does B & R Machine & Gear Corporation rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, B & R Machine & Gear Corporation ranks #39,047 (the upper 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 B & R Machine & Gear Corporation's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
B & R Machine & Gear Corporation's total OSHA penalty of $8,730 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Tennessee Alloys Company, LLC in Bridgeport, AL is a similar manufacturing employer with $8,730 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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