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Buffalo Welding INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Buffalo Welding INC ranks #67,307 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 5 violations across 1 inspections.

Lower half by penalty80% serious
$3,120
OSHA penalties
5
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
#67,307
of 99,447 penalized employers

Buffalo Welding INC in Portland, OR has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 5 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $3,120. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $5,406 in back wages owed to 21 affected workers. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Buffalo Welding INC once. These inspections resulted in 5 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #67,307 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 Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately below peers (0.4x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $5,406 in back wages owed to 21 affected workers. For comparison, Central Supply Co. of WV - Buckhannon in Buckhannon, WV is another manufacturing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

5.0
violations per inspection
80.0%
of violations were serious
#67,307
of 99,447 penalized employers
$5,406
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

D 51/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 5 violations across 1 OSHA inspection (5.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • B Wage & hour compliance: $5K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($5K per case), vs. national p10 $2K (best) / p90 $58K (worst) among 91,622 employers with a WHD case on file.
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How Buffalo Welding INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Buffalo Welding INC runs well below peers (0.20x 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

$3,120 Top 32% most affordable more affordable than 68% 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 Buffalo Welding INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both0.91.011.01.102.44.77.19.4OSHA inspectionsViolations citedTRAIL KING INDUSTRIES, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1HYDROSWING INC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0SANDY BAY MINK RANCH…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 9EL PASO HOSE & FITTI…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4ARGENT INTERNATIONAL, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1NORFOLK DREDGING COM…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 9LOPEZ FOODS TORTILLAS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0FREDERICKSBURG GLASS…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5BEST EXPRESS FOODS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1MARGAY RACING, LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2BUCKHORN, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1TRUSSWOOD, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3CORNERSTONE GRANITE …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2CREATIVE DIMENSION G…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0KOCH FOODS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1HERITAGE INDUSTRIAL …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 9NTN DRIVESHAFT, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1SMART CABINETRY, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1JOHNSON CONTROLS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5GRANITE CONNECTION, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0Buffalo Welding INC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5
Buffalo Welding INC has 1 OSHA inspection on record and 5 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.

Buffalo Welding INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: Buffalo Welding INC is the #27,017 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($3,120). WHD back-wage recoveries in this sector place Buffalo Welding INC at rank #2,995 of 4,429 employers ($5,406 owed).

Combined federal exposure here: $3,120 OSHA penalties plus $5,406 WHD back wages (63.4% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Buffalo Welding INC Compares

Buffalo Welding INC's 5.00 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 (0.20x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2012-11-01

Last Inspection

2012-11-01

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

5.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$3,120

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 5.0 violations per visit. That's $3,120 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

4

Serious

80.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

20.0% 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

$3,120

Current Penalty Amount

$3,120

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$8,526

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$5,406
Employees Affected
21
WHD Violations
21
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$257
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$5,406

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Buffalo Welding INC owed $5,406 in back wages to 21 employees across 1 case and 21 violations. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Buffalo Welding INC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Buffalo Welding INC Industry Avg
Inspections 1 2.6
Violations 5 8.0
Total Penalty $3,120 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $3,120 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Buffalo Welding INC, both outside OR so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($3,120 here).

Crown Brick & Supply, INC. $3,120 IN Rodrill, INC. $3,120 TX Masco Cabinetry LLC $3,120 VA Ashby Manufacturing Company, INC. $3,120 PA

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (1 inspections here).

Trail King Industries 1 insp. West Fargo, ND Hydroswing INC 1 insp. Cottonwood, MN Sandy Bay Mink Ranch, LLC 1 insp. Mishicot, WI El Paso Hose & Fittings 1 insp. El Paso, TX

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Vision Sign, INC.
Henderson, NV
2 inspections $8,525
Central Supply Co. of WV - Buckhannon
Buckhannon, WV
0 inspections $0
Fairfield Aluminum Castings Company
Fairfield, IA
2 inspections $8,528
Appalachian Timber Services, LLC
Sutton, WV
3 inspections $8,523
All American Washer Werks, INC.
Mundelein, IL
3 inspections $8,522

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What to do with this record

Use Buffalo Welding INC's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Buffalo Welding INC against Vision Sign, INC., a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Buffalo Welding INC's inspection and penalty record is typical for Manufacturing or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Manufacturing sector
  • Buffalo Welding INC also carries $5,406 in Wage and Hour Division back-wages, a separate enforcement track from OSHA safety violations. How wage-theft enforcement works

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 Buffalo Welding INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Buffalo Welding INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 5 violations across 1 inspections, including 4 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 Buffalo Welding INC have? ▼
Buffalo Welding INC has 5 OSHA violations on record, including 4 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $3,120.
How many OSHA inspections has Buffalo Welding INC had? ▼
Buffalo Welding INC has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-11-01 and the most recent on 2012-11-01. This averages 5.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Buffalo Welding INC? ▼
Buffalo Welding INC has been assessed $3,120 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $5,406 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Buffalo Welding INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Buffalo Welding 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.
Has Buffalo Welding INC been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Buffalo Welding INC, resulting in $5,406 in back wages owed to 21 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Buffalo Welding INC operate in? ▼
Buffalo Welding INC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332999). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Buffalo Welding INC owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Buffalo Welding INC owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $5,406 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Buffalo Welding INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Buffalo Welding INC ranks #67,307 (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 Buffalo Welding INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Buffalo Welding INC's total OSHA penalty of $3,120 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Central Supply Co. of WV - Buckhannon in Buckhannon, WV 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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