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Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company ranks #9,597 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 14 violations across 5 inspections.

Top 10% by penalty93% serious
$32,150
OSHA penalties
14
Violations cited
5
OSHA inspections
#9,597
of 99,447 penalized employers

Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company in Caledonia, MI has been the subject of 5 OSHA workplace inspections and 14 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $32,150. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company 5 times over 4 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 14 violations, averaging 2.8 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #9,597 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 10% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 13 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 above peers (1.9x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Heritage Bag in Roanoke, TX is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $767 in current penalties.

2.8
violations per inspection
92.9%
of violations were serious
#9,597
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 49/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 14 violations across 5 OSHA inspections (2.8 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 Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company runs well above peers (2.0x 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

$32,150 Bottom 10% least affordable more affordable than 10% 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%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Below this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Below this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both5.05.055.05.04.717.330.042.655.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedDUDLEY LUMBER COMPAN…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 53R Y TIMBER, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 13PERGAN MARSHALL, LLC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 19MADDEN BOLT CORPORAT…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 22ANTAYA TECHNOLOGIES …, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 7HO TOY NOODLES, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 10CHOICE FABRICATORS, …, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 12F&M PLASTICS, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17DANZER VENEER AMERICAS, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 15TOMOEGAWA (U.S.A.) I…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 16DARLING INGREDIENTS,…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 9STAHL-MEYER FOODS, I…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 8MIDDLETON BUILDING S…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 9PHILLIPS 66, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 10CORRY RUBBER CORPORA…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 20NEXTRISE USA INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 12FIELDING MFG. - ZINC…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 11UNION BEVERAGE PACKE…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 9WILD LEAF HOLDINGS U…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 18TRUSS COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 20Caledonia Farmers El…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 14
Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company has 5 OSHA inspections on record and 14 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.

Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company ranks #4,774 at $32,150 current penalty.

How Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company Compares

Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company's 2.80 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 above peers (2.0x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

5

First Inspection

2017-07-29

Last Inspection

2022-01-25

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

2.8

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$6,430

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 5 inspections over 4 years, averaging 2.8 violations per visit. That's $6,430 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

13

Serious

92.9% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

7.1% 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

$35,500

Current Penalty Amount

$32,150

Penalty Reduction

9.4%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $3,350 from the initial assessment of $35,500. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company Industry Avg
Inspections 5 2.6
Violations 14 8.0
Total Penalty $32,150 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $6,430 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($32,150 here).

Gibson Wine Company $32,150 CA Techo-Bloc Incorporated $32,143 PA Conte's Pasta CO. INC. $32,140 NJ Dairyfood USA, INC. $32,160 WI

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (5 inspections here).

Dudley Lumber Company, INC. 5 insp. Salem, AL R y Timber, INC. 5 insp. Livingston, MT Pergan Marshall, LLC 5 insp. Marshall, TX Madden Bolt Corporation 5 insp. Houston, TX

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Gibson Wine Company
Sanger, CA
4 inspections $32,150
Heritage Bag
Roanoke, TX
2 inspections $767
Techo-Bloc Incorporated
Pen Argyl, PA
5 inspections $32,143
Conte's Pasta CO. INC.
Vineland, NJ
3 inspections $32,140
Dairyfood USA, INC.
Blue Mounds, WI
4 inspections $32,160

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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 Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 14 violations across 5 inspections, including 13 serious violations. Compared to Manufacturing industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company have? ▼
Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company has 14 OSHA violations on record, including 13 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $32,150.
How many OSHA inspections has Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company had? ▼
Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company has had 5 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2017-07-29 and the most recent on 2022-01-25. This averages 2.8 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company? ▼
Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company has been assessed $32,150 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $35,500 (a 9.4% reduction).
Does Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company has 13 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 Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company operate in? ▼
Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 311119). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company ranks #9,597 (the top 10% 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 Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Caledonia Farmers Elevator Company's total OSHA penalty of $32,150 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (2.0x the average). The employer has 5 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Heritage Bag in Roanoke, TX is a similar manufacturing employer with $767 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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