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Retail Trade · Center Line, MI

Ed Rinke Chevrolet

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Ed Rinke Chevrolet ranks #38,920 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 35 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty51% serious
$8,770
OSHA penalties
35
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#38,920
of 99,447 penalized employers

Ed Rinke Chevrolet in Center Line, MI has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 35 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $8,770. 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 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections turned up 35 violations, averaging 17.5 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #38,920 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 18 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. 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, A to Z Beverage in Orange Beach, AL is another retail trade employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

17.5
violations per inspection
51.4%
of violations were serious
#38,920
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 35 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (17.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Ed Rinke Chevrolet compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Retail Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Ed Rinke Chevrolet runs well above peers (3.0x 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

$8,770 Bottom 39% least affordable more affordable than 39% 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.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.009.218.427.536.7OSHA inspectionsViolations citedLEE'S DISCOUNT LIQUOR, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3FORTUNE FOODS HAWAII…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7SITKA SALMON ALASKA …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16KUPS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13DISCOUNT TIRE OF MON…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4ECONO RIAL, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5ACE HARDWARE CORPORA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2BIG LOTS , INC #1762, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3THE HOME DEPOT, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3CENTENNIAL BUICK GMC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3SUPERMERCADO FACUNDO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4PACIFIC CHEESE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5ARNOLD'S USED OFFICE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13MACY'S, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2MRS. RESSLER'S FOOD …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1WHOLESALE SPORTS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3LOWE'S HIW, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2MACH'S GENERAL STORE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1MI CARNICERIA II LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4LES SCHWAB WAREHOUSE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3Ed Rinke Chevrolet, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 35
Ed Rinke Chevrolet has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 35 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 in the Retail Trade enforcement ledger

Among 3,175 Retail Trade employers with OSHA penalties on file, Ed Rinke Chevrolet ranks #933 at $8,770 current penalty.

How Ed Rinke Chevrolet Compares

Ed Rinke Chevrolet's 17.50 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 well above peers (3.0x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2013-06-25

Last Inspection

2013-07-01

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

17.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$4,385

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,571

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 17.5 violations per visit. That's $4,385 per inspection vs. the Retail Trade average of $3,571.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

18

Serious

51.4% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

17

Other-Than-Serious

48.6% 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

$20,450

Current Penalty Amount

$8,770

Penalty Reduction

57.1%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $11,680 from the initial assessment of $20,450. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Retail Trade

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

Metric Ed Rinke Chevrolet Industry Avg
Inspections 2 0.8
Violations 35 1.7
Total Penalty $8,770 $2,898
Avg Penalty per Inspection $4,385 $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, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($8,770 here).

Caribbean Auto Mart $8,789 VI Factory Direct Supply WPB, LLC $8,792 FL Gallatin Import Group LLC $8,792 MT Murco Wall Products, INC. $8,800 TN

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Lee's Discount Liquor 2 insp. Las Vegas, NV Fortune Foods Hawaii INC 2 insp. Waipahu, HI Sitka Salmon Alaska Holdings, LLC 2 insp. Sitka, AK Kups, INC. 2 insp. Ellington, CT

Nearby & Similar Employers in Retail Trade

Showing 5 of 12944 other employers tracked in this sector.

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0 inspections $0
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Orange Beach, AL
0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Ed Rinke Chevrolet'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 safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Ed Rinke Chevrolet's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 35 violations across 2 inspections, including 18 serious violations. 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 have? ▼
Ed Rinke Chevrolet has 35 OSHA violations on record, including 18 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $8,770.
How many OSHA inspections has Ed Rinke Chevrolet had? ▼
Ed Rinke Chevrolet has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-06-25 and the most recent on 2013-07-01. This averages 17.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Ed Rinke Chevrolet? ▼
Ed Rinke Chevrolet has been assessed $8,770 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $20,450 (a 57.1% reduction).
Does Ed Rinke Chevrolet have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Ed Rinke Chevrolet has 18 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 Ed Rinke Chevrolet operate in? ▼
Ed Rinke Chevrolet 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 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 ranks #38,920 (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 Ed Rinke Chevrolet's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Ed Rinke Chevrolet's total OSHA penalty of $8,770 is above the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer (3.0x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, A to Z Beverage in Orange Beach, AL 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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