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Independent Roofing Systems, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Independent Roofing Systems, INC. has a relatively clean safety record: 1 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Upper half by penalty0% serious
$7,813
OSHA penalties
1
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$17,597
Back wages owed

Independent Roofing Systems, INC. in Jackson, MS has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 1 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $7,813. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 28 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Independent Roofing Systems, INC. 2 times across a longer 9-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 1 violation, averaging 0.5 per inspection, on the lighter side. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the upper half of penalized employers nationally. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $17,597 in back wages owed to 23 affected workers. For comparison, Nava Roofing Corporation in League City, TX is another construction employer with 4 OSHA inspections on record and $25,404 in current penalties.

0.5
violations per inspection
0.0%
of violations were serious
58%
of penalized employers rank lower
$17,597
in back wages recovered

How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Independent Roofing Systems, INC. sits roughly in line with peers (1.2x 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

$7,813 Bottom 42% least affordable more affordable than 42% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). This entry sits in this band. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 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

What the Data Says About Independent Roofing Systems, INC.

The federal enforcement record for Independent Roofing Systems, INC. in Jackson, MS includes 2 OSHA inspections and 1 violation, translating to 0.50 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 0 (0.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat.

OSHA assessed $7,813 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $7,813 - no reduction from the original assessment. Average penalty per inspection works out to $3,907. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record sits roughly in line with peers (1.2x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $17,597 in back wages owed to 23 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2013-08-05 to 2022-12-06, a window of roughly 9 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2013-08-05

Last Inspection

2022-12-06

Inspection Span

9 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$3,907

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 2 inspections over 9 years, averaging 0.5 violations per visit. That's $3,907 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

0

Serious

0.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

100.0% 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

$7,813

Current Penalty Amount

$7,813

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$25,410

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

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$17,597
Employees Affected
23
WHD Violations
28
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$765
Avg Back Wages per Case
$17,597

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Independent Roofing Systems, INC. owed $17,597 in back wages to 23 employees across 1 case and 28 violations. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How Independent Roofing Systems, INC. compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Independent Roofing Systems, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 1 3.3
Total Penalty $7,813 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $3,907 $3,361
View all 61,413 employers in Construction →

Nearby & Similar Employers in Construction

Kindler Development Group, LLC.
Manchester, NH
3 inspections $25,415
Nava Roofing Corporation
League City, TX
4 inspections $25,404
Superior General Contracting
Buffalo, NY
1 inspections $0
C.G.O. Construction LLC
Hinsdale, IL
2 inspections $25,400
Villeda Roofing
Midland, TX
3 inspections $25,420

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Independent Roofing Systems, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Independent Roofing Systems, INC.'s workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 1 violations across 2 inspections. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Independent Roofing Systems, INC. have? ▼
Independent Roofing Systems, INC. has 1 OSHA violations on record, including 0 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $7,813.
How many OSHA inspections has Independent Roofing Systems, INC. had? ▼
Independent Roofing Systems, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-08-05 and the most recent on 2022-12-06. This averages 0.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Independent Roofing Systems, INC.? ▼
Independent Roofing Systems, INC. has been assessed $7,813 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $17,597 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Has Independent Roofing Systems, INC. been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Independent Roofing Systems, INC., resulting in $17,597 in back wages owed to 23 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Independent Roofing Systems, INC. operate in? ▼
Independent Roofing Systems, INC. operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238160). This industry has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,350 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Independent Roofing Systems, INC. owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Independent Roofing Systems, INC. owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $17,597 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Independent Roofing Systems, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Independent Roofing Systems, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $7,813 is above the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer (1.2x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Nava Roofing Corporation in League City, TX is a similar construction employer with $25,404 in current penalties.

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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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