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Fritz Structural Steel, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Fritz Structural Steel, INC. ranks #39,331 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 6 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty83% serious
$8,641
OSHA penalties
6
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#39,331
of 99,447 penalized employers

Fritz Structural Steel, INC. in Valley Head, AL has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 6 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $8,641. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Fritz Structural Steel, INC. 2 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 6 violations, averaging 3.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #39,331 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, Brevard Robotics, INC. in Cocoa, FL is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $8,640 in current penalties.

3.0
violations per inspection
83.3%
of violations were serious
#39,331
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 46/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 6 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (3.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Fritz Structural Steel, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Fritz Structural Steel, 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

$8,641 Bottom 40% least affordable more affordable than 40% 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 Fritz Structural Steel, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.0013.426.740.153.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedOLDCASTLE LAWN & GAR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 51KEY AUTOMOTIVE OF FL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15ASSURA WINDOWS AND D…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 33REDDY ICE CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11JYC AMERICA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 26ROBINSON PHARMA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2ELKHART PLASTICS LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15PCI ENTERPRISES INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6RUSTIC BAKERY, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7TRICON PRECAST LIMITED, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13WIX FILTRATION CORP …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 33ROBERT MILLER, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10NATIONAL COATING COR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3TEXAS INTERNAL PIPE …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13F&B RUBBERIZED, INCO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8GMM PFAUDLER U.S INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5KDM ENTERPRISES, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10MILWAUKEE COMPOSITES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22KEYSTONE POWDERED ME…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20UNITED WINDOW & DOOR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5Fritz Structural Ste…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6
Fritz Structural Steel, INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 6 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.

Fritz Structural Steel, INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Fritz Structural Steel, INC. sits at penalty rank #17,469 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($8,641 assessed).

How Fritz Structural Steel, INC. Compares

Fritz Structural Steel, INC.'s 3.00 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

2012-05-31

Last Inspection

2014-02-21

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

3.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$4,321

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 2 years, averaging 3.0 violations per visit. That's $4,321 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

5

Serious

83.3% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

16.7% 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

$14,315

Current Penalty Amount

$8,641

Penalty Reduction

39.6%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $5,674 from the initial assessment of $14,315. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

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

Metric Fritz Structural Steel, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 6 8.0
Total Penalty $8,641 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $4,321 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Fritz Structural Steel, INC., both outside AL so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($8,641 here).

Prier Products, INC. $8,641 MO Col-Pump Company, INC. $8,640 OH J.J. Ferguson Prestress-Precast Company $8,640 MS Brevard Robotics, INC. $8,640 FL

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Oldcastle Lawn & Garden, INC. 2 insp. Shady Dale, GA Key Automotive of Florida, INC. and Its Successors 2 insp. Lakeland, FL Assura Windows and Doors, LLC 2 insp. Pompano Beach, FL Reddy Ice Corporation 2 insp. Austin, TX

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Prier Products, INC.
Grandview, MO
2 inspections $8,641
Col-Pump Company, INC.
Columbiana, OH
3 inspections $8,640
J.J. Ferguson Prestress-Precast Company
Greenwood, MS
2 inspections $8,640
Brevard Robotics, INC.
Cocoa, FL
2 inspections $8,640
C2 Fibers
Zanesville, OH
2 inspections $8,640

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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 Fritz Structural Steel, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Fritz Structural Steel, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 6 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 Fritz Structural Steel, INC. have? ▼
Fritz Structural Steel, INC. has 6 OSHA violations on record, including 5 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $8,641.
How many OSHA inspections has Fritz Structural Steel, INC. had? ▼
Fritz Structural Steel, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-05-31 and the most recent on 2014-02-21. This averages 3.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Fritz Structural Steel, INC.? ▼
Fritz Structural Steel, INC. has been assessed $8,641 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $14,315 (a 39.6% reduction).
Does Fritz Structural Steel, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Fritz Structural Steel, 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 Fritz Structural Steel, INC. operate in? ▼
Fritz Structural Steel, INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332312). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Fritz Structural Steel, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Fritz Structural Steel, INC. ranks #39,331 (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 Fritz Structural Steel, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Fritz Structural Steel, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $8,641 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, Brevard Robotics, INC. in Cocoa, FL is a similar manufacturing employer with $8,640 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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