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Manufacturing · Salina, KS

Kansas Erosion, LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Kansas Erosion, LLC ranks #11,270 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 14 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty93% serious
$28,587
OSHA penalties
14
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#11,270
of 99,447 penalized employers

Kansas Erosion, LLC in Salina, KS has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 14 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $28,587. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Kansas Erosion, LLC 2 times over 4 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 14 violations, averaging 7.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #11,270 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 13 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 moderately below peers (0.8x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Magnolia Metal Corporation in Auburn, NE is another manufacturing employer with 5 OSHA inspections on record and $28,584 in current penalties.

7.0
violations per inspection
92.9%
of violations were serious
#11,270
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 14 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (7.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Kansas Erosion, LLC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Kansas Erosion, LLC runs moderately above peers (1.8x 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

$28,587 Bottom 11% least affordable more affordable than 11% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Kansas Erosion, LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.58.81725.333.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedANHEUSER-BUSCH, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8RED HEN BREAD LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11GT TECHNOLOGIES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6CLEVELAND STEEL CONT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8AVEKA NUTRA PROCESSING, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9A&E CLEANING AND GRI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21CYTEC INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 32PEPSI BEVERAGES COM…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8NUTRIEN AG SOLUTIONS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3CONSTRUCTION SPECIAL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9TARAZI SPECIALTY FOO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5BRADY ENTERPRISES, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6OLM FOOD SOLUTIONS (…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4SUNSHINE MINTING NEV…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2METROCK STEEL & WIRE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16PIKE FEEDS, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15ROGER WOOD FOODS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20MAPLE ISLAND, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 29AUTOLIV ASP, INC.-PRO, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5BYRNES & KIEFER COMP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4Kansas Erosion, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14
Kansas Erosion, LLC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 14 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.

Kansas Erosion, LLC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Kansas Erosion, LLC ranks #5,581 at $28,587 current penalty.

How Kansas Erosion, LLC Compares

Kansas Erosion, LLC's 7.00 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 moderately above peers (1.8x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2019-10-21

Last Inspection

2024-02-28

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

7.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$14,294

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 4 years, averaging 7.0 violations per visit. That's $14,294 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

13

Serious

92.9% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

7.1% 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

$67,527

Current Penalty Amount

$28,587

Penalty Reduction

57.7%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $38,940 from the initial assessment of $67,527. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

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

Metric Kansas Erosion, LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 14 8.0
Total Penalty $28,587 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $14,294 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Kansas Erosion, LLC, both outside KS so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($28,587 here).

Alinabal, LLC $28,590 CT Magnolia Metal Corporation $28,584 NE International Paper Company $28,580 NC Texas Pride Trailers, LLC $28,596 TX

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

Anheuser-Busch, INC. 2 insp. Houston, TX Red Hen Bread LLC 2 insp. Elmhurst, IL GT Technologies 2 insp. Toledo, OH Cleveland Steel Container Corporation 2 insp. Streetsboro, OH

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Alinabal, LLC
Milford, CT
2 inspections $28,590
Magnolia Metal Corporation
Auburn, NE
5 inspections $28,584
International Paper Company
Charlotte, NC
4 inspections $28,580
Texas Pride Trailers, LLC
Madisonville, TX
3 inspections $28,596
Denison Industries, INC.
Denison, TX
4 inspections $28,597

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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 Kansas Erosion, LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Kansas Erosion, LLC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 14 violations across 2 inspections, including 13 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 Kansas Erosion, LLC have? ▼
Kansas Erosion, LLC has 14 OSHA violations on record, including 13 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $28,587.
How many OSHA inspections has Kansas Erosion, LLC had? ▼
Kansas Erosion, LLC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2019-10-21 and the most recent on 2024-02-28. This averages 7.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Kansas Erosion, LLC? ▼
Kansas Erosion, LLC has been assessed $28,587 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $67,527 (a 57.7% reduction).
Does Kansas Erosion, LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Kansas Erosion, LLC has 13 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 Kansas Erosion, LLC operate in? ▼
Kansas Erosion, LLC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 325320). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Kansas Erosion, LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Kansas Erosion, LLC ranks #11,270 (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 Kansas Erosion, LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Kansas Erosion, LLC's total OSHA penalty of $28,587 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.8x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Magnolia Metal Corporation in Auburn, NE is a similar manufacturing employer with $28,584 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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