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Ingalls Shipbuilding

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Ingalls Shipbuilding has a mixed safety record: 3 violations across 13 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$2,244
OSHA penalties
3
Violations cited
13
OSHA inspections
$0
Back wages owed

Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, MS has been the subject of 13 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $2,244. The employer also has 2 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) cases on record, covering Fair Labor Standards Act enforcement. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Ingalls Shipbuilding 13 times over 8 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in just 3 violations, averaging 0.2 per inspection - fewer than typical. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 3 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 far above peers (5.1x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. For comparison, Tyson Foods, INC. in Buena Vista, GA is another manufacturing employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $2,244 in current penalties.

0.2
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
25%
of penalized employers rank lower
$0
in back wages recovered

How Ingalls Shipbuilding compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Ingalls Shipbuilding runs well below peers (0.15x 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

$2,244 Top 25% most affordable more affordable than 75% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Above this entry. $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 Ingalls Shipbuilding

The federal enforcement record for Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, MS includes 13 OSHA inspections and 3 violations, translating to 0.23 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 3 (100.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $18,775 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $2,244 - a 88.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $173. Against the Manufacturing industry average of $15,410 per employer, this record runs well below peers (0.15x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 2 cases producing $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2016-03-03 to 2023-10-11, a window of roughly 8 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

13

First Inspection

2016-03-03

Last Inspection

2023-10-11

Inspection Span

8 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.2

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$173

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,092

What this shows 13 inspections over 8 years, averaging 0.2 violations per visit. That's $173 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,092.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

3

Serious

100.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% 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

$18,775

Current Penalty Amount

$2,244

Penalty Reduction

88.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$2,244

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $16,531 from the initial assessment of $18,775. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$0
Employees Affected
0
WHD Violations
3

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Ingalls Shipbuilding compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 45,665 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Ingalls Shipbuilding Industry Avg
Inspections 13 2.5
Violations 3 7.8
Total Penalty $2,244 $15,410
Avg Penalty per Inspection $173 $6,092
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ingalls Shipbuilding safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Ingalls Shipbuilding's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 3 violations across 13 inspections, including 3 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 Ingalls Shipbuilding have? ▼
Ingalls Shipbuilding has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 3 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,244.
How many OSHA inspections has Ingalls Shipbuilding had? ▼
Ingalls Shipbuilding has had 13 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2016-03-03 and the most recent on 2023-10-11. This averages 0.2 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Ingalls Shipbuilding? ▼
Ingalls Shipbuilding has been assessed $2,244 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $18,775 (a 88.0% reduction). Additionally, $0 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Ingalls Shipbuilding have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Ingalls Shipbuilding has 3 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.
Has Ingalls Shipbuilding been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Ingalls Shipbuilding, resulting in $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Ingalls Shipbuilding operate in? ▼
Ingalls Shipbuilding operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 336611). This industry has 45,665 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,522 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Ingalls Shipbuilding owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Ingalls Shipbuilding 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 $0 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
How does Ingalls Shipbuilding's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Ingalls Shipbuilding's total OSHA penalty of $2,244 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,410 per employer. The employer has 13 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.5 per employer. For a direct comparison, Tyson Foods, INC. in Buena Vista, GA is a similar manufacturing employer with $2,244 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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