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Manufacturing · New Bedford, MA

Davico INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Davico INC ranks #44,858 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 12 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty42% serious
$7,129
OSHA penalties
12
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#44,858
of 99,447 penalized employers

Davico INC in New Bedford, MA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 12 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $7,129. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Davico INC 2 times over 3 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 12 violations, averaging 6.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #44,858 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 5 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, Youngers and Sons Manufacturing CO INC in Viola, KS is another manufacturing employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $7,130 in current penalties.

6.0
violations per inspection
41.7%
of violations were serious
#44,858
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 3/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 12 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (6.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Davico INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Davico INC runs moderately below peers (0.5x 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

$7,129 Bottom 45% least affordable more affordable than 45% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Davico INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.912.52435.647.1OSHA inspectionsViolations citedPGT INDUSTRIES INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 19SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9LOOS & COMPANY, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 45SODECIA USA AUTOMOTI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12WESTWARD SEAFOODS, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5WISCONSIN CHEESE GRO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11NEW FRESH BREAD BAKE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8LOTITO FOODS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13PANOLAM INDUSTRIES I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22KIMS ROLL UP INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8NORTH TEXAS FLAMEPRO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12UMT INTERNATIONAL LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11CAROL CALLAHAN, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24CONCRETE MATERIALS, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9BIO INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 19MENASHA PACKAGING CO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3KASPAR RANCH HAND EQ…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3ALTTRAN, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22KNOWLES PRECISION DE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7INTEGRICO COMPOSITES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 41Davico INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12
Davico INC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 12 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.

Davico INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Davico INC ranks #19,487 at $7,129 current penalty.

How Davico INC Compares

Davico INC's 6.00 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 moderately below peers (0.5x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2014-05-13

Last Inspection

2017-03-22

Inspection Span

3 yrs

Violations / Inspection

6.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$3,565

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 3 years, averaging 6.0 violations per visit. That's $3,565 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

5

Serious

41.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

8.3% of total

6

Other-Than-Serious

50.0% 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

$42,748

Current Penalty Amount

$7,129

Penalty Reduction

83.3%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $35,619 from the initial assessment of $42,748. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

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

Metric Davico INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 12 8.0
Total Penalty $7,129 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $3,565 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Davico INC, both outside MA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($7,129 here).

GMQ Tops Mobile LLP $7,129 AL Nusteel Fabricators, INC. $7,128 AL Youngers and Sons Manufacturing CO INC $7,130 KS Sienna Shipyard, LLC $7,126 TX

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

PGT Industries INC. 2 insp. Hialeah, FL Safety-Kleen Systems, INC 2 insp. Burlington, NJ Loos & Company, INC. 2 insp. Pomfret, CT Sodecia USA Automotive CORP 2 insp. Lake Orion, MI

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

GMQ Tops Mobile LLP
Mobile, AL
2 inspections $7,129
Nusteel Fabricators, INC.
Childersburg, AL
2 inspections $7,128
Youngers and Sons Manufacturing CO INC
Viola, KS
3 inspections $7,130
Sienna Shipyard, LLC
Orange, TX
2 inspections $7,126
Horizon Metals INC.
Nephi, UT
2 inspections $7,125

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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 Davico INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Davico INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 12 violations across 2 inspections, including 5 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 Davico INC have? ▼
Davico INC has 12 OSHA violations on record, including 5 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $7,129.
How many OSHA inspections has Davico INC had? ▼
Davico INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-05-13 and the most recent on 2017-03-22. This averages 6.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Davico INC? ▼
Davico INC has been assessed $7,129 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $42,748 (a 83.3% reduction).
Does Davico INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Davico INC has 5 serious violations, and 1 repeat 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 Davico INC operate in? ▼
Davico INC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 336310). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Davico INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Davico INC ranks #44,858 (the upper 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 Davico INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Davico INC's total OSHA penalty of $7,129 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, Youngers and Sons Manufacturing CO INC in Viola, KS is a similar manufacturing employer with $7,130 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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