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Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC ranks #71,179 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 14 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty57% serious
$2,627
OSHA penalties
14
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#71,179
of 99,447 penalized employers

Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC in Baltimore, MD 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: $2,627. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC 2 times across a longer 5-year span, an infrequent cadence. 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 #71,179 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 8 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, Internattional, Inc. in Southfield, MI is another manufacturing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

7.0
violations per inspection
57.1%
of violations were serious
#71,179
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 this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC runs well below peers (0.17x 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

$2,627 Top 28% most affordable more affordable than 72% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $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 Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.912.52435.647.1OSHA inspectionsViolations citedPGT INDUSTRIES INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 19SAFETY-KLEEN SYSTEMS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9LOOS & COMPANY, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 45SODECIA USA AUTOMOTI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12WESTWARD SEAFOODS, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5WISCONSIN CHEESE GRO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11NEW FRESH BREAD BAKE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8LOTITO FOODS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13PANOLAM INDUSTRIES I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22KIMS ROLL UP INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8NORTH TEXAS FLAMEPRO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12UMT INTERNATIONAL LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11CAROL CALLAHAN, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24CONCRETE MATERIALS, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9BIO INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 19MENASHA PACKAGING CO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3KASPAR RANCH HAND EQ…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3ALTTRAN, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22KNOWLES PRECISION DE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7INTEGRICO COMPOSITES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 41Kelco Industrial Fab…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14
Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC 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.

Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC ranks #28,168 at $2,627 current penalty.

How Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC Compares

Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC'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 well below peers (0.17x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2019-11-01

Last Inspection

2024-10-07

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

7.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,314

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 5 years, averaging 7.0 violations per visit. That's $1,314 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

8

Serious

57.1% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

6

Other-Than-Serious

42.9% 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

$4,050

Current Penalty Amount

$2,627

Penalty Reduction

35.1%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $1,423 from the initial assessment of $4,050. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 14 8.0
Total Penalty $2,627 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,314 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC, both outside MD so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($2,627 here).

Medtronic Puerto Rico Operations CO $2,626 PR Universal Roll Forming INC $2,626 UT Liebherr Mining Equipment Company $2,626 VA Ferguson Waterworks 543 $2,626 SC

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

PGT Industries INC. 2 insp. Hialeah, FL Safety-Kleen Systems, INC 2 insp. Burlington, NJ Loos & Company, INC. 2 insp. Pomfret, CT Sodecia USA Automotive CORP 2 insp. Lake Orion, MI

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Internattional, Inc.
Southfield, MI
0 inspections $0
Medtronic Puerto Rico Operations CO
Juncos, PR
6 inspections $2,626
Universal Roll Forming INC
Lindon, UT
2 inspections $2,626
Liebherr Mining Equipment Company
Newport News, VA
3 inspections $2,626
Ferguson Waterworks 543
Conway, SC
2 inspections $2,626

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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 Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 14 violations across 2 inspections, including 8 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 Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC have? ▼
Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC has 14 OSHA violations on record, including 8 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,627.
How many OSHA inspections has Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC had? ▼
Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2019-11-01 and the most recent on 2024-10-07. This averages 7.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC? ▼
Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC has been assessed $2,627 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $4,050 (a 35.1% reduction).
Does Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC has 8 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 Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC operate in? ▼
Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332313). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC ranks #71,179 (the lower 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 Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Kelco Industrial Fabricators, INC's total OSHA penalty of $2,627 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, Internattional, Inc. in Southfield, MI is a similar manufacturing employer with $0 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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