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GRW Technologies INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), GRW Technologies INC ranks #79,405 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a relatively clean safety record: 2 violations across 3 inspections.

Lower half by penalty50% serious
$1,700
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#79,405
of 99,447 penalized employers

GRW Technologies INC in Kentwood, MI has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,700. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected GRW Technologies INC 3 times over 3 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 0.7 per inspection, on the lighter side. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #79,405 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 1 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.2x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Ace Plating, LLC in Joppa, MD is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $1,700 in current penalties.

0.7
violations per inspection
50.0%
of violations were serious
#79,405
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

B 80/100
  • B OSHA safety compliance: 2 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (0.7 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How GRW Technologies INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows GRW Technologies INC runs well below peers (0.11x 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

$1,700 Top 20% most affordable more affordable than 80% 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 Manufacturing employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is GRW Technologies INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.0011223344OSHA inspectionsViolations citedCARLA'S PASTA, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 34OBERDORFER, L.L.C., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 42AJLS ENTERPRISES INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 20NORTHEAST AGRICULTUR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 25MINI MELTS USA, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 31DURA STRESS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5SCHAEFFLER AEROSPACE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15PRIMEX FARMS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8ITT GOULDS PUMPS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6ALPINE WOOD PRODUCTS…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13PALRAM 2000, INCORPO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7EAGLE WINGS INDUSTRI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8MIDWEST RAILCAR REPA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12V&V SUPREMO FOODS, I…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5THE CROSBY GROUP LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11ALLAN INDUSTRIAL COA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 22KERRY INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11PHILADELPHIA RUST-PR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 26GENESIS MILLWORK, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9TYSON DELI, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8GRW Technologies INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2
GRW Technologies INC has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 2 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.

GRW Technologies INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, GRW Technologies INC sits at penalty rank #30,509 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($1,700 assessed).

How GRW Technologies INC Compares

GRW Technologies INC's 0.67 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 well below peers (0.11x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2018-10-04

Last Inspection

2021-10-13

Inspection Span

3 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$567

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 3 years, averaging 0.7 violations per visit. That's $567 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

50.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

50.0% 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

$3,400

Current Penalty Amount

$1,700

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $1,700 from the initial assessment of $3,400. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How GRW Technologies INC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric GRW Technologies INC Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 2 8.0
Total Penalty $1,700 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $567 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for GRW Technologies INC, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,700 here).

Joe Squid, INC. $1,700 PA Ace Plating, LLC $1,700 MD Aptar Torrington $1,700 CT B & T Metal Works, INC. $1,700 FL

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Carla's Pasta, INC. 3 insp. South Windsor, CT Oberdorfer, L.L.C. 3 insp. Syracuse, NY Ajls Enterprises INC. 3 insp. Madison, WI Northeast Agricultural Sales, INC. 3 insp. Detroit, ME

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Joe Squid, INC.
New Milford, PA
2 inspections $1,700
Nexteer Automotive CORP Plant #6
Saginaw, MI
3 inspections $1,700
Ace Plating, LLC
Joppa, MD
2 inspections $1,700
Boylan Golf Cars
Plainwell, MI
2 inspections $1,700
Aptar Torrington
Torrington, CT
2 inspections $1,700

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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 GRW Technologies INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, GRW Technologies INC's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 2 violations across 3 inspections, including 1 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 GRW Technologies INC have? ▼
GRW Technologies INC has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,700.
How many OSHA inspections has GRW Technologies INC had? ▼
GRW Technologies INC has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2018-10-04 and the most recent on 2021-10-13. This averages 0.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for GRW Technologies INC? ▼
GRW Technologies INC has been assessed $1,700 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $3,400 (a 50.0% reduction).
Does GRW Technologies INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. GRW Technologies INC has 1 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 GRW Technologies INC operate in? ▼
GRW Technologies INC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 333514). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does GRW Technologies INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, GRW Technologies INC ranks #79,405 (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 GRW Technologies INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
GRW Technologies INC's total OSHA penalty of $1,700 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Ace Plating, LLC in Joppa, MD is a similar manufacturing employer with $1,700 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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