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Blow Molded Specialties INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Blow Molded Specialties INC ranks #63,333 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 9 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty67% serious
$3,710
OSHA penalties
9
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#63,333
of 99,447 penalized employers

Blow Molded Specialties INC in Foley, MN has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 9 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $3,710. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Blow Molded Specialties INC 2 times across a longer 5-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 9 violations, averaging 4.5 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #63,333 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 6 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, Sonoco Flexible Packaging in Franklin, OH is another manufacturing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

4.5
violations per inspection
66.7%
of violations were serious
#63,333
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 25/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 9 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (4.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Blow Molded Specialties INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Blow Molded Specialties INC runs well below peers (0.24x 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

$3,710 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 Manufacturing employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Blow Molded Specialties INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.02.510.518.526.534.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedSIGMA PROCESSED MEAT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 33USA TECHNOLOGIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17TEEN CHALLENGE OF FL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 29KANEMITSU LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21TEXAROME INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 25CORNERSTONE CHEMICAL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7TRAXYS PROCESSING INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10SHAWNEE MILLING COMP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13TRI-STATE SHEARING A…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7NORAMPAC INDUSTRIES …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5CENTURY PRECISION EN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6NUCAP US, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 30COMPOSITE MODULES, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9AUTOCAM CORP DBA AUT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13WONTON FOOD CORPORAT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8METALWORKS INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5D & B Machining, Inc, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4ATLANTIC FROZEN FOOD…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9CREATIVE CUSTOM CABI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21BRAVO MARBLE AND GRA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 33Blow Molded Specialt…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9
Blow Molded Specialties INC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 9 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.

Blow Molded Specialties INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Blow Molded Specialties INC ranks #25,726 at $3,710 current penalty.

How Blow Molded Specialties INC Compares

Blow Molded Specialties INC's 4.50 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 well below peers (0.24x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2011-01-24

Last Inspection

2015-09-24

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

4.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,855

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 5 years, averaging 4.5 violations per visit. That's $1,855 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

6

Serious

66.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

3

Other-Than-Serious

33.3% 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

$5,300

Current Penalty Amount

$3,710

Penalty Reduction

30.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $1,590 from the initial assessment of $5,300. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Blow Molded Specialties INC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Blow Molded Specialties INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 9 8.0
Total Penalty $3,710 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,855 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Blow Molded Specialties INC, both outside MN so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($3,710 here).

Camino Real Foods INC. $3,710 CA Suncoast Projects, LLC $3,709 FL Larpen Supply CO., INC. $3,711 AL Realerevival Brewing, LLC $3,712 MD

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Sigma Processed Meats, INC. 2 insp. Seminole, OK USA Technologies, INC. 2 insp. Peoria, IL Teen Challenge of Florida, INC. 2 insp. Pensacola, FL Kanemitsu LLC 2 insp. Kaunakakai, HI

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Sonoco Flexible Packaging
Franklin, OH
0 inspections $0
Camino Real Foods INC.
Vernon, CA
2 inspections $3,710
Suncoast Projects, LLC
Groveland, FL
3 inspections $3,709
Wisconsin Stamping and Manufacturing
Germantown, WI
0 inspections $0
Larpen Supply CO., INC.
Mulga, AL
2 inspections $3,711

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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 Blow Molded Specialties INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Blow Molded Specialties INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 9 violations across 2 inspections, including 6 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 Blow Molded Specialties INC have? ▼
Blow Molded Specialties INC has 9 OSHA violations on record, including 6 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $3,710.
How many OSHA inspections has Blow Molded Specialties INC had? ▼
Blow Molded Specialties INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-01-24 and the most recent on 2015-09-24. This averages 4.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Blow Molded Specialties INC? ▼
Blow Molded Specialties INC has been assessed $3,710 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $5,300 (a 30.0% reduction).
Does Blow Molded Specialties INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Blow Molded Specialties INC has 6 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 Blow Molded Specialties INC operate in? ▼
Blow Molded Specialties 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 Blow Molded Specialties INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Blow Molded Specialties INC ranks #63,333 (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 Blow Molded Specialties INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Blow Molded Specialties INC's total OSHA penalty of $3,710 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Sonoco Flexible Packaging in Franklin, OH is a similar manufacturing employer with $0 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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