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Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated ranks #28,662 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 16 violations across 3 inspections.

Upper half by penalty38% serious
$12,600
OSHA penalties
16
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#28,662
of 99,447 penalized employers

Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated in Trenton, TN has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 16 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $12,600. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated 3 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 16 violations, averaging 5.3 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #28,662 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 6 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, New Mexico Travertine INC in Belen, NM is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $12,600 in current penalties.

5.3
violations per inspection
37.5%
of violations were serious
#28,662
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 12/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 16 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (5.3 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 Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated runs moderately below peers (0.8x 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

$12,600 Bottom 29% least affordable more affordable than 29% 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%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.03.710.81825.132.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedVIBRACOUSTIC USA, IN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14Asap Pallets Inc., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15DAMON INDUSTRIES, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 22SHANNON PACKAGING CO., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13FOCUS DIRECT, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 29SALM PARTNERS LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15PAMARCO GLOBAL GRAPH…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 21STYLEX SEATING, INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 18AGE INDUSTRIES, LTD., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5SIELAFF CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7KELLEY MANUFACTURING…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10JOHN DEERE COMPONENT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9GAMLET, INCORPORATED, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 31ALUCHEM, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14EMERALD CAROLINA CHE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 21VOYLES OVERHEAD DOOR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 19TAUBENSEE STEEL & WI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 24COASTAL WOOD PRODUCT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 18CARRY-ON TRAILER COR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 16DOMTAR PAPER COMPANY…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15Hobbs Bonded Fibers …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 16
Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 16 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.

Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated is the #13,249 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($12,600).

How Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated Compares

Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated's 5.33 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 (0.8x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2011-03-18

Last Inspection

2012-03-09

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

5.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$4,200

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 1 year, averaging 5.3 violations per visit. That's $4,200 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

6

Serious

37.5% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

6.3% of total

9

Other-Than-Serious

56.3% 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

$12,600

Current Penalty Amount

$12,600

Penalty Reduction

None

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 16 8.0
Total Penalty $12,600 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $4,200 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated, both outside TN so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($12,600 here).

Bumper Specialties, INC. $12,600 NJ New Mexico Travertine INC $12,600 NM Leprino Foods Company $12,600 NM Alfa Laval, Incorporated $12,600 PA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Vibracoustic USA, INC. / Vibracoustic North America, L.P., Limited Partnership 3 insp. Manchester, NH Asap Pallets Inc. 3 insp. Franklin Park, IL Damon Industries 3 insp. Sparks, NV Shannon Packaging CO. 3 insp. Chino, CA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Bumper Specialties, INC.
West Deptford, NJ
2 inspections $12,600
New Mexico Travertine INC
Belen, NM
2 inspections $12,600
Leprino Foods Company
Roswell, NM
5 inspections $12,600
Alfa Laval, Incorporated
Lykens, PA
2 inspections $12,600
Davis Machine Works of Opelika, INC.
Opelika, AL
2 inspections $12,600

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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 Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 16 violations across 3 inspections, including 6 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 Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated have? ▼
Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated has 16 OSHA violations on record, including 6 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $12,600.
How many OSHA inspections has Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated had? ▼
Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-03-18 and the most recent on 2012-03-09. This averages 5.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated? ▼
Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated has been assessed $12,600 in current OSHA penalties.
Does Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated has 6 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 Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated operate in? ▼
Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 313230). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated ranks #28,662 (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 Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Hobbs Bonded Fibers Incorporated's total OSHA penalty of $12,600 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, New Mexico Travertine INC in Belen, NM is a similar manufacturing employer with $12,600 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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