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Retail Trade · Center Line, MI

Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO ranks #53,020 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 16 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty0% serious
$5,408
OSHA penalties
16
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#53,020
of 99,447 penalized employers

Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO in Center Line, MI has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 16 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $5,408. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 16 violations, averaging 8.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #53,020 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Against the Retail Trade industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (2.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Bravo Check Cashing in Irving, TX is another retail trade employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

8.0
violations per inspection
0.0%
of violations were serious
#53,020
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 16 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (8.0 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 Retail Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO 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

$5,408 Top 47% most affordable more affordable than 53% 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 Retail Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.49.21826.835.6OSHA inspectionsViolations citedVALLARTA FOOD ENTERP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8TARGET CORPORATION S…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16P.C. RICHARD & SON, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10ECONOMY BUILDING SUP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 34MAXION WHEELS LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5INDIANAPOLIS LOGISTICS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8ELLSWORTH BUILDERS S…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9HARMON'S TIRE & SERV…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9TIRE SUPERSTORE, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5AMERICAN TRUCK PLAZA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9FASTENAL COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6COST-U-LESS ST. THOMAS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5KROGER CO. (THE), OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9S.Q.S. FAMILY FOODS,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10ABC FINE WINE & SPIR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3VON MAUR INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2THE 99 CENT ONLY STORE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6VANN YORK PONTIAC, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18LIQUA DRY, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11PNS STORES, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6Ed Rinke Chevrolet B…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16
Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 16 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Retail Trade peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO in the Retail Trade enforcement ledger

In Retail Trade, Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO sits at penalty rank #1,348 of 3,175 penalized establishments ($5,408 assessed).

How Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO Compares

Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO's 8.00 violations per inspection compares to the Retail Trade sector average of 1.7 violations per employer.

Against the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately above peers (1.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2015-06-17

Last Inspection

2015-06-17

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

8.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,704

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,571

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 8.0 violations per visit. That's $2,704 per inspection vs. the Retail Trade average of $3,571.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

0

Serious

0.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

9

Repeat

56.3% of total

7

Other-Than-Serious

43.8% 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

$12,800

Current Penalty Amount

$5,408

Penalty Reduction

57.8%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $7,392 from the initial assessment of $12,800. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Retail Trade

How Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO compares to the Retail Trade sector, which has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO Industry Avg
Inspections 2 0.8
Violations 16 1.7
Total Penalty $5,408 $2,898
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,704 $3,571
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Nationwide Retail Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($5,408 here).

Kroger Limited Partnership I $5,407 MS Randash Auto, INC. $5,410 MT Affordable Auto Wrecking $5,400 WA Helly Hansen (U.S.) INC. $5,400 WA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Vallarta Food Enterprises, INC. 2 insp. Bakersfield, CA Target Corporation Store #1105 2 insp. Virginia Beach, VA P.C. Richard & Son, LLC. 2 insp. Bronx, NY Economy Building Supply, INC. 2 insp. Laurinburg, NC

Nearby & Similar Employers in Retail Trade

Showing 5 of 12944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Riggs Outdoor
Little Rock, AR
0 inspections $0
Kroger Limited Partnership I
Southaven, MS
3 inspections $5,407
Randash Auto, INC.
Billings, MT
2 inspections $5,410
The Tiger Sports Shop, Inc.
Clemson, SC
0 inspections $0
Bravo Check Cashing
Irving, TX
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO'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 Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 16 violations across 2 inspections. Compared to Retail Trade industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO have? ▼
Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO has 16 OSHA violations on record, including 0 serious, 0 willful, and 9 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $5,408.
How many OSHA inspections has Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO had? ▼
Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2015-06-17 and the most recent on 2015-06-17. This averages 8.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO? ▼
Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO has been assessed $5,408 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $12,800 (a 57.8% reduction).
Does Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO has 0 serious violations, and 9 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 Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO operate in? ▼
Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO operates in the Retail Trade sector (NAICS code 441110). This industry has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 10,505 total OSHA inspections and $37.51M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO ranks #53,020 (the lower 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 Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Ed Rinke Chevrolet Buick GMC CO's total OSHA penalty of $5,408 is above the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer (1.9x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Bravo Check Cashing in Irving, TX is a similar retail trade 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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