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Kayser-Roth Corporation

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Kayser-Roth Corporation ranks #29,221 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 14 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty71% serious
$12,318
OSHA penalties
14
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#29,221
of 99,447 penalized employers

Kayser-Roth Corporation in Graham, NC 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: $12,318. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 0 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Kayser-Roth Corporation 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. 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 #29,221 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 10 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. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. For comparison, Best Mold & Manufacturing, INC. in Akron, OH is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $12,320 in current penalties.

7.0
violations per inspection
71.4%
of violations were serious
#29,221
of 99,447 penalized employers
$0
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

F 46/100
  • 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.
  • A Wage & hour compliance: $0 in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($0 per case), vs. national p10 $2K (best) / p90 $58K (worst) among 91,622 employers with a WHD case on file.
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How Kayser-Roth Corporation compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Kayser-Roth Corporation runs moderately below peers (0.8x 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

$12,318 Bottom 29% least affordable more affordable than 29% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $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 Kayser-Roth Corporation.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.02.112.52333.443.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedSUPREME OIL COMPANY …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 33FOXWORTH-GALBRAITH L…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4KESSLER THERMOMETER …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22SESCO TERMINAL CORPO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13SAFAS CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 35STARWEST BOTANICALS,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21THE SHERWIN-WILLIAMS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11FRIESLANDCAMPINA ING…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15ADVANEX AMERICAS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10SERTA SIMMONS BEDDIN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5SPRINGFIELD WELDING …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15J & O PLASTICS INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 28HAGERTY BROTHERS COM…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 40SPIRAL STAIRS OF AME…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 42GC PACKAGING LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 27SUMMIT TOOL COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 23NATIONAL BEEF PACKIN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7IO7 MANAGEMENT, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11SMARDT CHILLERS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4WIXON INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5Kayser-Roth Corporat…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14
Kayser-Roth Corporation 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.

Kayser-Roth Corporation in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Kayser-Roth Corporation ranks #13,498 at $12,318 current penalty.

Combined federal exposure here: $12,318 OSHA penalties plus $0 WHD back wages (0.0% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Kayser-Roth Corporation Compares

Kayser-Roth Corporation'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 below peers (0.8x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2011-12-16

Last Inspection

2012-02-01

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

7.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$6,159

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 7.0 violations per visit. That's $6,159 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

10

Serious

71.4% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

28.6% 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

$18,850

Current Penalty Amount

$12,318

Penalty Reduction

34.7%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$12,318

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $6,532 from the initial assessment of $18,850. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$0
Employees Affected
0
WHD Violations
0

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Kayser-Roth Corporation compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Kayser-Roth Corporation Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 14 8.0
Total Penalty $12,318 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $6,159 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Kayser-Roth Corporation, both outside NC so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($12,318 here).

Available Plastics, INC. $12,318 AL Carry-on Trailer, INC. $12,319 NV King Steel, INC. $12,320 GA Best Mold & Manufacturing, INC. $12,320 OH

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Supreme Oil Company INC. 2 insp. Englewood, NJ Foxworth-Galbraith Lumber Company 2 insp. Killeen, TX Kessler Thermometer CORP. 2 insp. West Babylon, NY Sesco Terminal Corporation 2 insp. Houston, TX

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Available Plastics, INC.
Huntsville, AL
3 inspections $12,318
Carry-on Trailer, INC.
Winnemucca, NV
4 inspections $12,319
King Steel, INC.
Lawrenceville, GA
2 inspections $12,320
Best Mold & Manufacturing, INC.
Akron, OH
2 inspections $12,320
Dredge Central, LLC
Goodlettsville, TN
4 inspections $12,320

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What to do with this record

Use Kayser-Roth Corporation's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Kayser-Roth Corporation against Available Plastics, INC., a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Kayser-Roth Corporation's inspection and penalty record is typical for Manufacturing or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Manufacturing sector
  • Kayser-Roth Corporation also carries $0 in Wage and Hour Division back-wages, a separate enforcement track from OSHA safety violations. How wage-theft enforcement works

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 Kayser-Roth Corporation safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Kayser-Roth Corporation's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 14 violations across 2 inspections, including 10 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 Kayser-Roth Corporation have? ▼
Kayser-Roth Corporation has 14 OSHA violations on record, including 10 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $12,318.
How many OSHA inspections has Kayser-Roth Corporation had? ▼
Kayser-Roth Corporation has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-12-16 and the most recent on 2012-02-01. This averages 7.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Kayser-Roth Corporation? ▼
Kayser-Roth Corporation has been assessed $12,318 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $18,850 (a 34.7% reduction). Additionally, $0 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Kayser-Roth Corporation have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Kayser-Roth Corporation has 10 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 Kayser-Roth Corporation been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Kayser-Roth Corporation, 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 Kayser-Roth Corporation operate in? ▼
Kayser-Roth Corporation operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 315119). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Kayser-Roth Corporation owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Kayser-Roth Corporation 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 1 case.
Where does Kayser-Roth Corporation rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Kayser-Roth Corporation ranks #29,221 (the upper half 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 Kayser-Roth Corporation's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Kayser-Roth Corporation's total OSHA penalty of $12,318 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Best Mold & Manufacturing, INC. in Akron, OH is a similar manufacturing employer with $12,320 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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