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Manufacturing · Youngstown, OH

International Steel & Counterweights LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), International Steel & Counterweights LLC ranks #2,634 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 25 violations across 11 inspections.

Top 5% by penalty88% serious
$77,955
OSHA penalties
25
Violations cited
11
OSHA inspections
#2,634
of 99,447 penalized employers

International Steel & Counterweights LLC in Youngstown, OH has been the subject of 11 OSHA workplace inspections and 25 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $77,955. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected International Steel & Counterweights LLC 11 times over 14 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 25 violations, averaging 2.3 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #2,634 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 5% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 22 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 well above peers (4.3x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Galvion Ballistics LTD. in Newport, VT is another manufacturing employer with 4 OSHA inspections on record and $77,972 in current penalties.

2.3
violations per inspection
88.0%
of violations were serious
#2,634
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

D 57/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 25 violations across 11 OSHA inspections (2.3 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 International Steel & Counterweights LLC runs well above peers (4.9x 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

$77,955 Bottom 3% least affordable more affordable than 3% 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%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Below this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Below this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $50,000+: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). This entry ($77,955) is well above this band, the chart's rightmost open-ended bucket. This employer: $77,955 $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 International Steel & Counterweights LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both10.911.01111.011.10.917.935.052.069.1OSHA inspectionsViolations citedMILLERCOORS LLC, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 11GALLO GLASS COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 8ZEKELMAN INDUSTRIES,…, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 23HWASHIN AMERICA CORP…, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 21DECORATIVE PANELS IN…, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 22KERN OIL & REFINING …, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 62ELECTRIC BOAT CORPOR…, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 4SENESCO MARINE, LLC, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 33ALL AMERICAN POLY CO…, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 15PALERMO VILLA, INC., OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 15HORSEHEAD CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 34EAST PENN MANUFACTUR…, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 7ERIE COKE CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 21POST CONSUMER BRANDS, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 13AK STEEL CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 22TRIDENT SEAFOODS COR…, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 66KOCH FOODS OF ALABAM…, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 8LYONS MAGNUS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 13UACJ AUTOMOTIVE WHIT…, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 22APACHE MILLS, INC., OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 28International Steel …, OSHA inspections: 11 · Violations cited: 25
International Steel & Counterweights LLC has 11 OSHA inspections on record and 25 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.

International Steel & Counterweights LLC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: International Steel & Counterweights LLC is the #1,371 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($77,955).

How International Steel & Counterweights LLC Compares

International Steel & Counterweights LLC's 2.27 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 above peers (4.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

11

First Inspection

2012-07-06

Last Inspection

2026-02-10

Inspection Span

14 yrs

Violations / Inspection

2.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$7,087

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 11 inspections over 14 years, averaging 2.3 violations per visit. That's $7,087 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

22

Serious

88.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

3

Other-Than-Serious

12.0% 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

$146,711

Current Penalty Amount

$77,955

Penalty Reduction

46.9%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $68,756 from the initial assessment of $146,711. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How International Steel & Counterweights LLC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric International Steel & Counterweights LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 11 2.6
Violations 25 8.0
Total Penalty $77,955 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $7,087 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for International Steel & Counterweights LLC, both outside OH so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($77,955 here).

Ajls Enterprises INC. $77,944 WI Galvion Ballistics LTD. $77,972 VT Lewistown Valley Enterprises, INC. $78,000 PA Model Screw Products, INC. $77,895 FL

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (11 inspections here).

Millercoors LLC 11 insp. Golden, CO Gallo Glass Company 11 insp. Modesto, CA Zekelman Industries, INC. 11 insp. Wheatland, PA Hwashin America Corporation 11 insp. Greenville, AL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Ajls Enterprises INC.
Madison, WI
3 inspections $77,944
Galvion Ballistics LTD.
Newport, VT
4 inspections $77,972
Lewistown Valley Enterprises, INC.
Tamaqua, PA
6 inspections $78,000
Model Screw Products, INC.
Clearwater, FL
2 inspections $77,895
Silver Bay Seafoods, LLC
False Pass, AK
2 inspections $78,023

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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 International Steel & Counterweights LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, International Steel & Counterweights LLC's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 25 violations across 11 inspections, including 22 serious violations. Compared to Manufacturing industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does International Steel & Counterweights LLC have? ▼
International Steel & Counterweights LLC has 25 OSHA violations on record, including 22 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $77,955.
How many OSHA inspections has International Steel & Counterweights LLC had? ▼
International Steel & Counterweights LLC has had 11 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-07-06 and the most recent on 2026-02-10. This averages 2.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for International Steel & Counterweights LLC? ▼
International Steel & Counterweights LLC has been assessed $77,955 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $146,711 (a 46.9% reduction).
Does International Steel & Counterweights LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. International Steel & Counterweights LLC has 22 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 International Steel & Counterweights LLC operate in? ▼
International Steel & Counterweights LLC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332999). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does International Steel & Counterweights LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, International Steel & Counterweights LLC ranks #2,634 (the top 5% 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 International Steel & Counterweights LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
International Steel & Counterweights LLC's total OSHA penalty of $77,955 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (4.9x the average). The employer has 11 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Galvion Ballistics LTD. in Newport, VT is a similar manufacturing employer with $77,972 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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