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Wholesale Trade · Saint Louis, MO

Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron has a mixed safety record: 4 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty0% serious
$3,795
OSHA penalties
4
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$1,004
Back wages owed

Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron in Saint Louis, MO 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: $3,795. The employer also has 1 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) case on record, covering Fair Labor Standards Act enforcement. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 4 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half of penalized employers nationally. Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $1,004 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. For comparison, Very J, INC. in Los Angeles, CA is another wholesale trade employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $4,800 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
0.0%
of violations were serious
37%
of penalized employers rank lower
$1,004
in back wages recovered

How Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron runs moderately below peers (0.4x 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

$3,795 Top 37% most affordable more affordable than 63% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 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

What the Data Says About Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron

The federal enforcement record for Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron in Saint Louis, MO includes 2 OSHA inspections and 4 violations, translating to 2.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 0 (0.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat.

OSHA assessed $10,395 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $3,795 - a 63.5% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $1,898. Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,023 per employer, this record runs moderately below peers (0.4x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $1,004 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker.

Inspection activity spans from 2012-02-28 to 2012-02-28, a window of roughly 1 year.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2012-02-28

Last Inspection

2012-02-28

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,898

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,678

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $1,898 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,678.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

0

Serious

0.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

100.0% 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

$10,395

Current Penalty Amount

$3,795

Penalty Reduction

63.5%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$4,799

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $6,600 from the initial assessment of $10,395. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$1,004
Employees Affected
1
WHD Violations
4
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$1,004
Avg Back Wages per Case
$1,004

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron owed $1,004 in back wages to 1 employee across 1 case and 4 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: Wholesale Trade

How Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,960 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron Industry Avg
Inspections 2 1.9
Violations 4 5.4
Total Penalty $3,795 $9,023
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,898 $4,678
View all 6,960 employers in Wholesale Trade →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 4 violations across 2 inspections. Compared to Wholesale Trade industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron have? ▼
Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron has 4 OSHA violations on record, including 0 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $3,795.
How many OSHA inspections has Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron had? ▼
Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-02-28 and the most recent on 2012-02-28. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron? ▼
Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron has been assessed $3,795 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $10,395 (a 63.5% reduction). Additionally, $1,004 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Has Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron, resulting in $1,004 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron operate in? ▼
Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 423930). This industry has 6,960 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 13,424 total OSHA inspections and $62.80M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron 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 $1,004 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Cash's Scrap Metal & Iron's total OSHA penalty of $3,795 is below the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,023 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.9 per employer. For a direct comparison, Very J, INC. in Los Angeles, CA is a similar wholesale trade employer with $4,800 in current penalties.

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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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