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CSM Group

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), CSM Group has a mixed safety record: 20 violations across 29 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Upper half by penalty85% serious
$7,500
OSHA penalties
20
Violations cited
29
OSHA inspections
$2,370
Back wages owed

CSM Group in Kalamazoo, MI has been the subject of 29 OSHA workplace inspections and 20 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $7,500. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 2 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected CSM Group 29 times over 12 years - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 20 violations, averaging 0.7 per inspection, on the lighter side. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the upper half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 17 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs far above peers (14.4x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $2,370 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. For comparison, Town of Oxford in Oxford, CT is another construction employer with 15 OSHA inspections on record and $9,868 in current penalties.

0.7
violations per inspection
85.0%
of violations were serious
56%
of penalized employers rank lower
$2,370
in back wages recovered

How CSM Group compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows CSM Group sits roughly in line with peers (1.1x 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

$7,500 Bottom 44% least affordable more affordable than 44% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). This entry sits in this band. $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 CSM Group

The federal enforcement record for CSM Group in Kalamazoo, MI includes 29 OSHA inspections and 20 violations, translating to 0.69 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 17 (85.0%) 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 $15,900 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $7,500 - a 52.8% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $259. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record sits roughly in line with peers (1.1x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $2,370 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker.

Inspection activity spans from 2011-02-25 to 2022-09-22, a window of roughly 12 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

29

First Inspection

2011-02-25

Last Inspection

2022-09-22

Inspection Span

12 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$259

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 29 inspections over 12 years, averaging 0.7 violations per visit. That's $259 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

17

Serious

85.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

3

Other-Than-Serious

15.0% 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

$15,900

Current Penalty Amount

$7,500

Penalty Reduction

52.8%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$9,870

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $8,400 from the initial assessment of $15,900. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$2,370
Employees Affected
1
WHD Violations
2
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$2,370
Avg Back Wages per Case
$2,370

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that CSM Group owed $2,370 in back wages to 1 employee across 1 case and 2 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: Construction

How CSM Group compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric CSM Group Industry Avg
Inspections 29 2.0
Violations 20 3.3
Total Penalty $7,500 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $259 $3,361
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is CSM Group safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, CSM Group's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 20 violations across 29 inspections, including 17 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does CSM Group have? ▼
CSM Group has 20 OSHA violations on record, including 17 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $7,500.
How many OSHA inspections has CSM Group had? ▼
CSM Group has had 29 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-02-25 and the most recent on 2022-09-22. This averages 0.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for CSM Group? ▼
CSM Group has been assessed $7,500 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $15,900 (a 52.8% reduction). Additionally, $2,370 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does CSM Group have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. CSM Group has 17 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 CSM Group been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against CSM Group, resulting in $2,370 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 CSM Group operate in? ▼
CSM Group operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 236220). This industry has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,350 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if CSM Group owes me wages? ▼
If you believe CSM Group 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 $2,370 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does CSM Group's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
CSM Group's total OSHA penalty of $7,500 is above the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer (1.1x the average). The employer has 29 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Town of Oxford in Oxford, CT is a similar construction employer with $9,868 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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