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Wholesale Trade · Phoenix, AZ

General Metals MFG. & Supply CO.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. ranks #77,665 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 7 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty29% serious
$1,876
OSHA penalties
7
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#77,665
of 99,447 penalized employers

General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. in Phoenix, AZ has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 7 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,876. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 7 violations, averaging 3.5 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #77,665 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 2 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Scranton Equity Exchange in Scranton, ND is another wholesale trade employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $1,875 in current penalties.

3.5
violations per inspection
28.6%
of violations were serious
#77,665
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 39/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 7 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (3.5 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 Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. runs well below peers (0.21x 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

$1,876 Top 22% most affordable more affordable than 78% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $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 Wholesale Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is General Metals MFG. & Supply CO..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.005.51116.522OSHA inspectionsViolations citedDCO ENVIRONMENTAL & …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18TROIS ENTERPRISES INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5GAVILON GRAIN, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6JACKSON BEVERAGE, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4U.S. TRAILER PARTS &…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5SIOUX CITY COMPRESSE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17ROBERT WALLICK ASSOC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3HUTCHISON MANUFACTUR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2THE HOLT PAPER AND C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21RESTAURANT DEPOT, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5MIDSTATE BAKERY DIST…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7HI-WAY AUTO INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8L&W SUPPLY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1INDUSTRIAL STEEL & W…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4PICKETT SALVAGE LLC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4RUDY, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17ELYSIUM TILE FLORIDA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1WAGRAM PAPER STOCK, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6YOUNG'S MARKET COMPA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9ADESA, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1General Metals MFG. …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7
General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 7 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Wholesale 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.

General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. in the Wholesale Trade enforcement ledger

Among 4,429 Wholesale Trade employers with OSHA penalties on file, General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. ranks #3,667 at $1,876 current penalty.

How General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. Compares

General Metals MFG. & Supply CO.'s 3.50 violations per inspection compares to the Wholesale Trade sector average of 5.5 violations per employer.

Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well below peers (0.21x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2015-07-01

Last Inspection

2015-07-01

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$938

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,665

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 3.5 violations per visit. That's $938 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,665.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

Serious

28.6% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

5

Other-Than-Serious

71.4% 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

$2,500

Current Penalty Amount

$1,876

Penalty Reduction

25.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $624 from the initial assessment of $2,500. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Wholesale Trade

How General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 7 5.5
Total Penalty $1,876 $9,112
Avg Penalty per Inspection $938 $4,665
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Nationwide Wholesale Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for General Metals MFG. & Supply CO., both outside AZ so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,876 here).

Animal Health International INC. $1,875 IA Scranton Equity Exchange $1,875 ND Van Buren Steel $1,875 MI Dealers Supply CO $1,875 OR

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Dco Environmental & Recycling 2 insp. Jackson, MO Trois Enterprises INC 2 insp. Laredo, TX Gavilon Grain, LLC 2 insp. Nebraska City, NE Jackson Beverage, LLC 2 insp. Lagrange, GA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Wholesale Trade

Showing 5 of 6880 other employers tracked in this sector.

Animal Health International INC.
Manchester, IA
2 inspections $1,875
Scranton Equity Exchange
Scranton, ND
2 inspections $1,875
Van Buren Steel
Belleville, MI
4 inspections $1,875
Dealers Supply CO
Portland, OR
2 inspections $1,875
Durastone Corporation
Lincoln, RI
3 inspections $1,880

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What to do with this record

Use General Metals MFG. & Supply 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 General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, General Metals MFG. & Supply CO.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 7 violations across 2 inspections, including 2 serious violations. Compared to Wholesale Trade industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. have? ▼
General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. has 7 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,876.
How many OSHA inspections has General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. had? ▼
General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2015-07-01 and the most recent on 2015-07-01. This averages 3.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for General Metals MFG. & Supply CO.? ▼
General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. has been assessed $1,876 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $2,500 (a 25.0% reduction).
Does General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. has 2 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 General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. operate in? ▼
General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 425120). This industry has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 13,442 total OSHA inspections and $62.70M in cumulative penalties.
Where does General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, General Metals MFG. & Supply CO. ranks #77,665 (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 General Metals MFG. & Supply CO.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
General Metals MFG. & Supply CO.'s total OSHA penalty of $1,876 is below the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Scranton Equity Exchange in Scranton, ND is a similar wholesale trade employer with $1,875 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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