Utilities · Lampasas, TX

Blackwell Electric, INC.

OSHA records show a mixed safety record: 6 violations across 2 inspections — above the Utilities industry average for penalties.

Reviewed byPlainworker Editorial, Workplace Safety Editorial Team · June 12, 2026

2
OSHA inspections: 6
Violations cited: $6,350
OSHA penalties

Blackwell Electric, INC. in Lampasas, TX has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 6 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $6,350. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

Blackwell Electric, INC. has been inspected 2 times by OSHA over 1 year. These inspections resulted in 6 violations, averaging 3.0 violations per inspection. Of these, 4 were classified as serious — indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Compared to the Utilities industry average of 3 inspections per employer, Blackwell Electric, INC. has been inspected fewer frequently.

3.0
violations per inspection: 66.7%
of violations were serious: 1.1×
Utilities industry-avg penalty

Blackwell Electric, INC.

$6,350
Utilities avg

$5,754

What this shows Blackwell Electric, INC. carries 1.1× the penalties of a typical Utilities employer — a clear outlier in its sector.

What the Data Says About Blackwell Electric, INC.

The federal enforcement record for Blackwell Electric, INC. in Lampasas, TX includes 2 OSHA inspections and 6 violations, translating to 3.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 4 (66.7%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $7,050 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $6,350 — a 9.9% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $3,175. Against the Utilities industry average of $5,754 per employer, this record runs above peers.

Inspection activity spans from 2010-05-03 to 2011-03-10, a window of roughly 1 year. This record draws directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement data at data.dol.gov. Penalty amounts reflect final adjudicated figures after any settlement, informal conference, or formal contest. Workers, journalists, and researchers can use these figures to compare this employer's compliance posture against industry peers and to identify workplaces with elevated safety risks or repeat non-compliance.

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

First Inspection

2010-05-03

Last Inspection

2011-03-10

Inspection Span

1 year

Violations per Inspection

3.0

Avg Penalty per Inspection

$3,175

Industry Avg per Inspection

$2,204

Violation Breakdown

Serious

66.7% of total

Willful

0.0% of total

Repeat

0.0% of total

Other-Than-Serious

33.3% of total

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.

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$7,050

Current Penalty Amount

$6,350

Penalty Reduction

9.9%

Penalties were reduced by $700 from the initial assessment of $7,050. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Utilities

How Blackwell Electric, INC. compares to the Utilities sector, which has 2,996 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric	Blackwell Electric, INC.	Industry Avg
Inspections	2	2.6
Violations	6	6.2
Total Penalty	$6,350	$5,754
Avg Penalty per Inspection	$3,175	$2,204

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blackwell Electric, INC. safe to work at? ▼

Based on OSHA records, Blackwell Electric, INC.'s workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 6 violations across 2 inspections, including 4 serious violations. Compared to Utilities industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.

How many OSHA violations does Blackwell Electric, INC. have? ▼

Blackwell Electric, INC. has 6 OSHA violations on record, including 4 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $6,350.

How many OSHA inspections has Blackwell Electric, INC. had? ▼

Blackwell Electric, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-05-03 and the most recent on 2011-03-10. This averages 3.0 violations per inspection.

What is the total penalty amount for Blackwell Electric, INC.? ▼

Blackwell Electric, INC. has been assessed $6,350 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $7,050 (a 9.9% reduction).

Does Blackwell Electric, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼

Yes. Blackwell Electric, INC. 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 Blackwell Electric, INC. operate in? ▼

Blackwell Electric, INC. operates in the Utilities sector (NAICS code 221122). This industry has 2,996 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 7,821 total OSHA inspections and $17.24M in cumulative penalties.

What are my rights if I work at Blackwell Electric, INC.? ▼

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, employees at Blackwell Electric, INC. have the right to a safe workplace, the right to report hazards without retaliation, the right to request an OSHA inspection, and the right to access their own exposure and medical records. Workers can also refuse dangerous work if they believe they face imminent danger and their employer has failed to address the hazard.

How do I file an OSHA complaint against Blackwell Electric, INC.? ▼

You can file a complaint with OSHA online at osha.gov/workers/file-complaint, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (6742), or by visiting your local OSHA area office. Complaints can be filed confidentially. OSHA is required to respond to all complaints and will prioritize those alleging imminent danger. You are protected from employer retaliation under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act.

How does Blackwell Electric, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼

Blackwell Electric, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $6,350 is above the Utilities industry average of $5,754 per employer (1.1x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer.

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These figures are the federal enforcement record on file and reflect past inspections — not a statement about current workplace conditions. See the disclaimer for how to read them.

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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