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Detroit City of Department of Transportation

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Detroit City of Department of Transportation ranks #37,332 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 13 violations across 3 inspections.

Upper half by penalty62% serious
$9,250
OSHA penalties
13
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#37,332
of 99,447 penalized employers

Detroit City of Department of Transportation in Detroit, MI has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 13 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $9,250. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Detroit City of Department of Transportation 3 times over 3 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 13 violations, averaging 4.3 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #37,332 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 8 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Transportation & Warehousing industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.6x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Robert Tours LLC in Jersey City, NJ is another transportation & warehousing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

4.3
violations per inspection
61.5%
of violations were serious
#37,332
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 27/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 13 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (4.3 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 Transportation & Warehousing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Detroit City of Department of Transportation runs moderately above peers (1.5x 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

$9,250 Bottom 38% least affordable more affordable than 38% 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 Transportation & Warehousing employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Detroit City of Department of Transportation.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.005.310.515.821OSHA inspectionsViolations citedNATIONAL PASSENGER R…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4MANKO DELIVERY SYSTE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6UNITED PARCEL SERVIC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1KONOIKE-PACIFIC CALI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 20LIGNOTECH FLORIDA, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3UNITED AIRLINES INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5SALLY BEAUTY SUPPLY,…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6COMMONWEALTH, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2PERFORMANCE TEAM FRE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2WEBER LOGISTICS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2SPARTAN NASH COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2PARKER HANNIFIN CORP…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9PETERRA INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6NATIONAL EXPRESS COR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4LA SULTANA DISTRIBUT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8SOUTHWEST AIRLINES, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2NYSCC LOCK 30, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3GALVAN NATIONAL CARR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0UNITED PARCEL SERVIC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0UNITED PARCEL SERVICE, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1Detroit City of Depa…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13
Detroit City of Department of Transportation has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 13 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Transportation & Warehousing peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Detroit City of Department of Transportation in the Transportation & Warehousing enforcement ledger

Among 4,071 Transportation & Warehousing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Detroit City of Department of Transportation ranks #1,659 at $9,250 current penalty.

How Detroit City of Department of Transportation Compares

Detroit City of Department of Transportation's 4.33 violations per inspection compares to the Transportation & Warehousing sector average of 3.2 violations per employer.

Against the Transportation & Warehousing industry average of $6,129 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately above peers (1.5x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2016-03-23

Last Inspection

2018-12-03

Inspection Span

3 yrs

Violations / Inspection

4.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$3,083

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,295

What this shows 3 inspections over 3 years, averaging 4.3 violations per visit. That's $3,083 per inspection vs. the Transportation & Warehousing average of $3,295.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

8

Serious

61.5% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

5

Other-Than-Serious

38.5% 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

$17,700

Current Penalty Amount

$9,250

Penalty Reduction

47.7%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $8,450 from the initial assessment of $17,700. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Transportation & Warehousing

How Detroit City of Department of Transportation compares to the Transportation & Warehousing sector, which has 9,914 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Detroit City of Department of Transportation Industry Avg
Inspections 3 1.9
Violations 13 3.2
Total Penalty $9,250 $6,129
Avg Penalty per Inspection $3,083 $3,295
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Nationwide Transportation & Warehousing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Detroit City of Department of Transportation, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($9,250 here).

Crowley Puerto Rico Services,INC. $9,250 PR Prime INC $9,250 UT Cascio Storage and Warehouse $9,247 MS American Food Service Depot $9,256 PA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

National Passenger Railroad Corporation 3 insp. Bear, DE Manko Delivery Systems, INC. 3 insp. Tampa, FL United Parcel Service INC. 3 insp. Dallas, TX Konoike-Pacific California, INC. 3 insp. Wilmington, CA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Transportation & Warehousing

Showing 5 of 9913 other employers tracked in this sector.

Crowley Puerto Rico Services,INC.
San Juan, PR
2 inspections $9,250
Prime INC
Salt Lake City, UT
2 inspections $9,250
Robert Tours LLC
Jersey City, NJ
0 inspections $0
Cascio Storage and Warehouse
Greenville, MS
3 inspections $9,247
Mountain Air Helicopters
Los Lunas, NM
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Detroit City of Department of Transportation's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

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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 Detroit City of Department of Transportation safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Detroit City of Department of Transportation's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 13 violations across 3 inspections, including 8 serious violations. Compared to Transportation & Warehousing industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Detroit City of Department of Transportation have? ▼
Detroit City of Department of Transportation has 13 OSHA violations on record, including 8 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $9,250.
How many OSHA inspections has Detroit City of Department of Transportation had? ▼
Detroit City of Department of Transportation has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2016-03-23 and the most recent on 2018-12-03. This averages 4.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Detroit City of Department of Transportation? ▼
Detroit City of Department of Transportation has been assessed $9,250 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $17,700 (a 47.7% reduction).
Does Detroit City of Department of Transportation have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Detroit City of Department of Transportation has 8 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 Detroit City of Department of Transportation operate in? ▼
Detroit City of Department of Transportation operates in the Transportation & Warehousing sector (NAICS code 485999). This industry has 9,914 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 18,441 total OSHA inspections and $60.77M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Detroit City of Department of Transportation rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Detroit City of Department of Transportation ranks #37,332 (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 Detroit City of Department of Transportation's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Detroit City of Department of Transportation's total OSHA penalty of $9,250 is above the Transportation & Warehousing industry average of $6,129 per employer (1.5x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.9 per employer. For a direct comparison, Robert Tours LLC in Jersey City, NJ is a similar transportation & warehousing employer with $0 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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