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Manufacturing · Laurel, MD

Iron World Manufacturing LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Iron World Manufacturing LLC ranks #22,066 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 40 violations across 3 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty43% serious
$16,238
OSHA penalties
40
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#22,066
of 99,447 penalized employers

Iron World Manufacturing LLC in Laurel, MD has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 40 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $16,238. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Iron World Manufacturing LLC 3 times across a longer 9-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections turned up 40 violations, averaging 13.3 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #22,066 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 17 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, LM Industries in Chandler, AZ is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $16,230 in current penalties.

13.3
violations per inspection
42.5%
of violations were serious
#22,066
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 40 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (13.3 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Iron World Manufacturing LLC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Iron World Manufacturing LLC sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x 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

$16,238 Bottom 22% least affordable more affordable than 22% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Iron World Manufacturing LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.02.212.122.031.941.8OSHA inspectionsViolations citedQG PRINTING II CORP., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 36EDEN PELLETS LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12WILCOX FARMS FEEDMILL, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11HYCOM INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5CERRO FLOW PRODUCTS …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17LEADING PHARMA LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12FAURECIA INTERIOR SY…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9VALFILM, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4ALLEGUARD, LLC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8JOHNSON CONTROLS INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6KROY INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9MUELLER INDUSTRIES D…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6O.K. FOODS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4ALPHA OMEGA COLLECTI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10THE JONES METAL PROD…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15WELCH ALLYN, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7MARCHO FARMS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4ROYAL OAK ENTERPRISE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9OWL WIRE & CABLE, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14ASSOCIATION FOR VISI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11Iron World Manufactu…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 40
Iron World Manufacturing LLC has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 40 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.

Iron World Manufacturing LLC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Iron World Manufacturing LLC sits at penalty rank #10,508 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($16,238 assessed).

How Iron World Manufacturing LLC Compares

Iron World Manufacturing LLC's 13.33 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 sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2014-09-02

Last Inspection

2023-03-15

Inspection Span

9 yrs

Violations / Inspection

13.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$5,413

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 9 years, averaging 13.3 violations per visit. That's $5,413 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

17

Serious

42.5% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

23

Other-Than-Serious

57.5% 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

$24,775

Current Penalty Amount

$16,238

Penalty Reduction

34.5%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $8,537 from the initial assessment of $24,775. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Iron World Manufacturing LLC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Iron World Manufacturing LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 40 8.0
Total Penalty $16,238 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $5,413 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Iron World Manufacturing LLC, both outside MD so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($16,238 here).

Best Harvest Bakeries $16,242 KS LM Industries $16,230 AZ Chiller Solutions LLC $16,230 NJ Summit Plastic Company $16,248 OH

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

QG Printing II CORP. 3 insp. Columbus, OH Eden Pellets LLC 3 insp. Chesapeake, VA Wilcox Farms Feedmill 3 insp. Roy, WA Hycom INC. 3 insp. Barberton, OH

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

LM Industries
Chandler, AZ
2 inspections $16,230
Gable Signs & Graphics INC
Baltimore, MD
3 inspections $16,230
Chiller Solutions LLC
Pompton Plains, NJ
2 inspections $16,230
Summit Plastic Company
Mogadore, OH
2 inspections $16,248
Chemtex, LLC
Milledgeville, GA
2 inspections $16,248

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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 Iron World Manufacturing LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Iron World Manufacturing LLC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 40 violations across 3 inspections, including 17 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 Iron World Manufacturing LLC have? ▼
Iron World Manufacturing LLC has 40 OSHA violations on record, including 17 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $16,238.
How many OSHA inspections has Iron World Manufacturing LLC had? ▼
Iron World Manufacturing LLC has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-09-02 and the most recent on 2023-03-15. This averages 13.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Iron World Manufacturing LLC? ▼
Iron World Manufacturing LLC has been assessed $16,238 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $24,775 (a 34.5% reduction).
Does Iron World Manufacturing LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Iron World Manufacturing LLC has 17 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 Iron World Manufacturing LLC operate in? ▼
Iron World Manufacturing LLC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332323). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Iron World Manufacturing LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Iron World Manufacturing LLC ranks #22,066 (the top quarter 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 Iron World Manufacturing LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Iron World Manufacturing LLC's total OSHA penalty of $16,238 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.0x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, LM Industries in Chandler, AZ is a similar manufacturing employer with $16,230 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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