Construction · Ann Arbor, MI

J.S. Vig Construction Company

OSHA records show a average safety record: 3 violations across 2 inspections — below the Construction industry average for penalties.

Reviewed byPlainworker Editorial, Workplace Safety Editorial Team · June 12, 2026

2
OSHA inspections: 3
Violations cited: $540
OSHA penalties

J.S. Vig Construction Company in Ann Arbor, MI has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $540. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

J.S. Vig Construction Company has been inspected 2 times by OSHA over 1 year. These inspections resulted in 3 violations, averaging 1.5 violations per inspection. Of these, 2 were classified as serious — indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Compared to the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, J.S. Vig Construction Company has been inspected fewer frequently.

1.5
violations per inspection: 66.7%
of violations were serious: 0.08×
Construction industry-avg penalty

J.S. Vig Construction …

$540
Construction avg

$6,657

What this shows J.S. Vig Construction Company sits below the Construction per-employer average, a comparatively lighter enforcement footprint than its peers.

What the Data Says About J.S. Vig Construction Company

The federal enforcement record for J.S. Vig Construction Company in Ann Arbor, MI includes 2 OSHA inspections and 3 violations, translating to 1.50 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 2 (66.7%) 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 $2,900 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $540 — a 81.4% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $270. Against the Construction industry average of $6,657 per employer, this record runs below peers.

Inspection activity spans from 2018-08-27 to 2019-05-29, a window of roughly 1 year. This record draws directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement data at data.dol.gov. Penalty amounts reflect final adjudicated figures after any settlement, informal conference, or formal contest. Workers, journalists, and researchers can use these figures to compare this employer's compliance posture against industry peers and to identify workplaces with elevated safety risks or repeat non-compliance.

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

First Inspection

2018-08-27

Last Inspection

2019-05-29

Inspection Span

1 year

Violations per Inspection

1.5

Avg Penalty per Inspection

$270

Industry Avg per Inspection

$3,325

Violation Breakdown

Serious

66.7% of total

Willful

0.0% of total

Repeat

0.0% of total

Other-Than-Serious

33.3% of total

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.

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$2,900

Current Penalty Amount

$540

Penalty Reduction

81.4%

Penalties were reduced by $2,360 from the initial assessment of $2,900. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How J.S. Vig Construction Company compares to the Construction sector, which has 60,370 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric	J.S. Vig Construction Company	Industry Avg
Inspections	2	2.0
Violations	3	3.3
Total Penalty	$540	$6,657
Avg Penalty per Inspection	$270	$3,325

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is J.S. Vig Construction Company safe to work at? ▼

Based on OSHA records, J.S. Vig Construction Company's workplace safety record is average, with typical for this industry. The employer has 3 violations across 2 inspections, including 2 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.

How many OSHA violations does J.S. Vig Construction Company have? ▼

J.S. Vig Construction Company has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $540.

How many OSHA inspections has J.S. Vig Construction Company had? ▼

J.S. Vig Construction Company has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2018-08-27 and the most recent on 2019-05-29. This averages 1.5 violations per inspection.

What is the total penalty amount for J.S. Vig Construction Company? ▼

J.S. Vig Construction Company has been assessed $540 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $2,900 (a 81.4% reduction).

Does J.S. Vig Construction Company have any serious or willful violations? ▼

Yes. J.S. Vig Construction Company has 2 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 J.S. Vig Construction Company operate in? ▼

J.S. Vig Construction Company operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 236220). This industry has 60,370 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 120,874 total OSHA inspections and $401.89M in cumulative penalties.

What are my rights if I work at J.S. Vig Construction Company? ▼

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, employees at J.S. Vig Construction Company have the right to a safe workplace, the right to report hazards without retaliation, the right to request an OSHA inspection, and the right to access their own exposure and medical records. Workers can also refuse dangerous work if they believe they face imminent danger and their employer has failed to address the hazard.

How do I file an OSHA complaint against J.S. Vig Construction Company? ▼

You can file a complaint with OSHA online at osha.gov/workers/file-complaint, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (6742), or by visiting your local OSHA area office. Complaints can be filed confidentially. OSHA is required to respond to all complaints and will prioritize those alleging imminent danger. You are protected from employer retaliation under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act.

How does J.S. Vig Construction Company's safety record compare to industry average? ▼

J.S. Vig Construction Company's total OSHA penalty of $540 is below the Construction industry average of $6,657 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer.

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These figures are the federal enforcement record on file and reflect past inspections — not a statement about current workplace conditions. See the disclaimer for how to read them.

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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