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Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting · Davison, MI

Debucks Sod Farm INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Debucks Sod Farm INC ranks #47,202 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 3 violations across 3 inspections.

Upper half by penalty67% serious
$6,650
OSHA penalties
3
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#47,202
of 99,447 penalized employers

Debucks Sod Farm INC in Davison, MI has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $6,650. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Debucks Sod Farm INC 3 times across a longer 12-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 3 violations, averaging 1.0 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #47,202 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 2 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (2.2x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Rural King in Muncie, IN is another agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $6,638 in current penalties.

1.0
violations per inspection
66.7%
of violations were serious
#47,202
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

C 75/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 3 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (1.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Debucks Sod Farm INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Debucks Sod Farm INC runs moderately above peers (1.9x 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

$6,650 Bottom 47% least affordable more affordable than 47% 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 Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Debucks Sod Farm INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.005.010.015.019.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedBOYLE FAMILY FARMS LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2FARMER'S PRIDE, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2VIEIRA AGRICULTURAL …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2HONALD INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15HINMAN ORCHARDS INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13OATES ORCHARDS INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0SATICOY LEMON ASSOCI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8ERWIN-KEITH, INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 19FAIRFIELD FARMS LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5FIVE OAK FARMS LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3ZUCKERMAN FAMILY FAR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7ASSOCIATED FRUIT CO, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1CONTRERAS ORCHARDS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6PLUMLEY CONTRACTING …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1MINTURN HULLER COOPE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2R & T TRUCKING & EXC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5NYSDEC ROME FISH HAT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5BRENT STRICKLAND, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 16COLORADO FARMS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5VAN WINGERDEN INTERN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14Debucks Sod Farm INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3
Debucks Sod Farm INC has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 3 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Debucks Sod Farm INC in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting enforcement ledger

In Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting, Debucks Sod Farm INC sits at penalty rank #792 of 2,224 penalized establishments ($6,650 assessed).

How Debucks Sod Farm INC Compares

Debucks Sod Farm INC's 1.00 violations per inspection compares to the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector average of 2.4 violations per employer.

Against the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of $3,448 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately above peers (1.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2010-07-23

Last Inspection

2022-08-31

Inspection Span

12 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,217

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,537

What this shows 3 inspections over 12 years, averaging 1.0 violations per visit. That's $2,217 per inspection vs. the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting average of $2,537.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

Serious

66.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

33.3% of total

0

Other-Than-Serious

0.0% 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

$7,700

Current Penalty Amount

$6,650

Penalty Reduction

13.6%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $1,050 from the initial assessment of $7,700. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting

How Debucks Sod Farm INC compares to the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector, which has 5,988 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Debucks Sod Farm INC Industry Avg
Inspections 3 1.4
Violations 3 2.4
Total Penalty $6,650 $3,448
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,217 $2,537
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Nationwide Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Debucks Sod Farm INC, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($6,650 here).

Monson Fruit CO INC $6,650 WA Condies Foods INC $6,656 UT Rural King $6,638 IN Tyson Foods, INC. $6,663 TX

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (3 inspections here).

Boyle Family Farms LLC 3 insp. Madras, OR Farmer's Pride 3 insp. Fredericksburg, PA Vieira Agricultural Enterprises, LLC 3 insp. Livingston, CA Honald INC 3 insp. The Dalles, OR

Nearby & Similar Employers in Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting

Showing 5 of 5987 other employers tracked in this sector.

Monson Fruit CO INC
Selah, WA
2 inspections $6,650
Condies Foods INC
Kearns, UT
2 inspections $6,656
Rural King
Muncie, IN
2 inspections $6,638
Tyson Foods, INC.
Houston, TX
2 inspections $6,663
Hays Harvesting, Inc
Fort Pierce, FL
0 inspections $0

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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 Debucks Sod Farm INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Debucks Sod Farm INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 3 violations across 3 inspections, including 2 serious violations. Compared to Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Debucks Sod Farm INC have? ▼
Debucks Sod Farm INC has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $6,650.
How many OSHA inspections has Debucks Sod Farm INC had? ▼
Debucks Sod Farm INC has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-07-23 and the most recent on 2022-08-31. This averages 1.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Debucks Sod Farm INC? ▼
Debucks Sod Farm INC has been assessed $6,650 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $7,700 (a 13.6% reduction).
Does Debucks Sod Farm INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Debucks Sod Farm INC has 2 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 Debucks Sod Farm INC operate in? ▼
Debucks Sod Farm INC operates in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector (NAICS code 111421). This industry has 5,988 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 8,139 total OSHA inspections and $20.65M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Debucks Sod Farm INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Debucks Sod Farm INC ranks #47,202 (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 Debucks Sod Farm INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Debucks Sod Farm INC's total OSHA penalty of $6,650 is above the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of $3,448 per employer (1.9x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.4 per employer. For a direct comparison, Rural King in Muncie, IN is a similar agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting employer with $6,638 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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