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Kenmore Envelope Company, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. ranks #1,385 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 25 violations across 5 inspections.

Top 1% by penalty64% serious
$114,870
OSHA penalties
25
Violations cited
5
OSHA inspections
#1,385
of 99,447 penalized employers

Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. in Richmond, VA has been the subject of 5 OSHA workplace inspections and 25 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $114,870. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. 5 times over 6 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 25 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #1,385 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 1% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 16 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 above peers (1.9x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Cives Steel Company in Augusta, ME is another manufacturing employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $114,740 in current penalties.

5.0
violations per inspection
64.0%
of violations were serious
#1,385
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 17/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 25 violations across 5 OSHA inspections (5.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. runs far above peers (7.3x 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

$114,870 Bottom 1% least affordable more affordable than 1% 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%). Below this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $50,000+: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). This entry ($114,870) is well above this band, the chart's rightmost open-ended bucket. This employer: $114,870 $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 Kenmore Envelope Company, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both5.05.055.05.008.116.324.432.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedABC POLYMER INDUSTRI…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 30DECEUNINCK NORTH AME…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 18TROJAN BATTERY COMPA…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 14GOLDEN STATE FOODS C…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 12PROTECT CONTROLS, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 7BAY VIEW INDUSTRIES,…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 6DREDGE AND MARINE CO…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17PENNSYLVANIA GRAIN P…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17CAST INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 10TRAMEC HILL FASTENER…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17WILLIAMS INTERNATION…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 14PECO FOODS, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 4H&T NEVADA, LLC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 3DISTINCTIVE CUSTOM C…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 31VALLEY IRON WORKS, I…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 7UNITED STATES SEAFOODS, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 3VULCAN MATERIALS COM…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 0NEW ENGLAND CONFECTI…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 31REPUBLIC METALS CORP…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 23DIANA'S MEXICAN FOOD…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 18Kenmore Envelope Com…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 25
Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. has 5 OSHA inspections on record and 25 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.

Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. sits at penalty rank #758 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($114,870 assessed).

How Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. Compares

Kenmore Envelope Company, INC.'s 5.00 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 far above peers (7.3x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

5

First Inspection

2018-07-06

Last Inspection

2024-04-11

Inspection Span

6 yrs

Violations / Inspection

5.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$22,974

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 5 inspections over 6 years, averaging 5.0 violations per visit. That's $22,974 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

16

Serious

64.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

2

Repeat

8.0% of total

7

Other-Than-Serious

28.0% 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

$129,071

Current Penalty Amount

$114,870

Penalty Reduction

11.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $14,201 from the initial assessment of $129,071. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 5 2.6
Violations 25 8.0
Total Penalty $114,870 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $22,974 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Kenmore Envelope Company, INC., both outside VA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($114,870 here).

McDowell and Walker, INC. $115,000 NY LM Wind Power Blades $115,000 ND Cives Steel Company $114,740 ME Carlson Tool & Manufacturing CORP. $114,575 WI

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (5 inspections here).

Abc Polymer Industries, LLC 5 insp. Helena, AL Deceuninck North America, LLC. 5 insp. Monroe, OH Trojan Battery Company, LLC 5 insp. Sandersville, GA Golden State Foods CORP. 5 insp. Conyers, GA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

McDowell and Walker, INC.
Afton, NY
2 inspections $115,000
LM Wind Power Blades
Grand Forks, ND
3 inspections $115,000
Cives Steel Company
Augusta, ME
3 inspections $114,740
A & M Mattress Company
Houston, TX
0 inspections $0
Carlson Tool & Manufacturing CORP.
Mequon, WI
5 inspections $114,575

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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 Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Kenmore Envelope Company, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 25 violations across 5 inspections, including 16 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 Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. have? ▼
Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. has 25 OSHA violations on record, including 16 serious, 0 willful, and 2 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $114,870.
How many OSHA inspections has Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. had? ▼
Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. has had 5 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2018-07-06 and the most recent on 2024-04-11. This averages 5.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Kenmore Envelope Company, INC.? ▼
Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. has been assessed $114,870 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $129,071 (a 11.0% reduction).
Does Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. has 16 serious violations, and 2 repeat 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 Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. operate in? ▼
Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 322299). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Kenmore Envelope Company, INC. ranks #1,385 (the top 1% 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 Kenmore Envelope Company, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Kenmore Envelope Company, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $114,870 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (7.3x the average). The employer has 5 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Cives Steel Company in Augusta, ME is a similar manufacturing employer with $114,740 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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