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Retail Trade · Auburn Hills, MI

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World ranks #63,429 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 4 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$3,700
OSHA penalties
4
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#63,429
of 99,447 penalized employers

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World in Auburn Hills, MI has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 4 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $3,700. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World 2 times across a longer 5-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 4 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #63,429 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 4 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Retail Trade industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (2.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Edmond Furniture Gallery in Edmond, OK is another retail trade employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $3,700 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#63,429
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

D 61/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 4 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (2.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Retail Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World 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

$3,700 Top 36% most affordable more affordable than 64% 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 Retail Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.43.7710.313.6OSHA inspectionsViolations citedH-E-B, LP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2DOLLAR TREE #4068, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4TARGET FOOD DISTRIBU…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3ROSES DISCOUNT STORE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10FRED MEYER STORES, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4FAMILY DOLLAR STORES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2REDMAN HOMES INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4DISCOUNT AIR INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9PILOT TRAVEL CENTERS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2FRESH START CONVENIE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8TARGET STORES, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4PELTZ SHOES DISTRIBU…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1WEIS MARKETS INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1CASTLE MEGASTORE ANC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13GOODWILL INDUSTRIES …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5ROUNDY'S SUPERMARKET…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1SEARS ROEBUCK & CO #…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5TCI MECHANICAL, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1COLONIAL SOUTH AUTOM…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1SPEEDWAY LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1Bass Pro Shops Outdo…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 4 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Retail Trade peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World in the Retail Trade enforcement ledger

Retail Trade sector: Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World is the #1,693 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 3,175 employers with nonzero fines ($3,700).

How Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World Compares

Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World's 2.00 violations per inspection compares to the Retail Trade sector average of 1.7 violations per employer.

Against the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 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

2012-02-22

Last Inspection

2016-12-16

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,850

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,571

What this shows 2 inspections over 5 years, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $1,850 per inspection vs. the Retail Trade average of $3,571.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

4

Serious

100.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

0

Other-Than-Serious

0.0% 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

$4,750

Current Penalty Amount

$3,700

Penalty Reduction

22.1%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $1,050 from the initial assessment of $4,750. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Retail Trade

How Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World compares to the Retail Trade sector, which has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World Industry Avg
Inspections 2 0.8
Violations 4 1.7
Total Penalty $3,700 $2,898
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,850 $3,571
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Nationwide Retail Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($3,700 here).

One of a Kind Pets $3,700 OH Sears Roebuck and Company $3,700 NV Edmond Furniture Gallery $3,700 OK Asb of Miami, INC. $3,687 FL

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

H-E-B, LP 2 insp. Mission, TX Dollar Tree #4068 2 insp. Sparks, NV Target Food Distribution Center T3712 2 insp. Sacramento, CA Roses Discount Store 2 insp. Pearl, MS

Nearby & Similar Employers in Retail Trade

Showing 5 of 12944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Sundance Buick & GMC INC
Saint Johns, MI
2 inspections $3,700
One of a Kind Pets
Akron, OH
2 inspections $3,700
Sears Roebuck and Company
Las Vegas, NV
5 inspections $3,700
Edmond Furniture Gallery
Edmond, OK
2 inspections $3,700
Stark Carpet
Charlotte, NC
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World'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 Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 4 violations across 2 inspections, including 4 serious violations. Compared to Retail Trade industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World have? ▼
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World has 4 OSHA violations on record, including 4 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $3,700.
How many OSHA inspections has Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World had? ▼
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-02-22 and the most recent on 2016-12-16. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World? ▼
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World has been assessed $3,700 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $4,750 (a 22.1% reduction).
Does Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World has 4 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 Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World operate in? ▼
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World operates in the Retail Trade sector (NAICS code 451110). This industry has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 10,505 total OSHA inspections and $37.51M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World ranks #63,429 (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 Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World's total OSHA penalty of $3,700 is above the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer (1.3x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Edmond Furniture Gallery in Edmond, OK is a similar retail trade employer with $3,700 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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