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Wholesale Trade · Oak Park, MI

Kerr Pump and Supply INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Kerr Pump and Supply INC ranks #36,921 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 26 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty46% serious
$9,380
OSHA penalties
26
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#36,921
of 99,447 penalized employers

Kerr Pump and Supply INC in Oak Park, MI has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 26 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $9,380. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

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OSHA has inspected Kerr Pump and Supply INC 2 times over 3 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections turned up 26 violations, averaging 13.0 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #36,921 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 12 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Cheney Brothers, INC. in Ocala, FL is another wholesale trade employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $9,375 in current penalties.

13.0
violations per inspection
46.2%
of violations were serious
#36,921
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 26 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (13.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Kerr Pump and Supply INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Kerr Pump and Supply INC sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x 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

$9,380 Bottom 37% least affordable more affordable than 37% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Wholesale Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Kerr Pump and Supply INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.006.813.720.527.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedINTEVA PRODUCTS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10PROGRESSIVE GOURMET,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5AVA COMPANIES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6SB SPECIALTY METALS …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5DAKOTA SYSTEMS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3BGA CORP., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5LEATHERWOOD PLASTICS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5JOSEPH C SCHNEIDER, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18SIC PROCESSING USA LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8ADVANCE INDUSTRY SUP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4DIAMOND CUT GRANITE,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6SPRINGFIELD CORRUGAT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3STONEWAY ROOFING SUP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1TONY VITRANO COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24BEARDSLEY FARMERS EL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8CLASSIC DYESTUFFS, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9AMERICOLD LOGISTICS …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1INDUSTRIAL ELECTRIC …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7JE HERNDON COMPANY, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12LAPHAM-HICKEY STEEL …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0Kerr Pump and Supply…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 26
Kerr Pump and Supply INC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 26 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Wholesale Trade peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Kerr Pump and Supply INC in the Wholesale Trade enforcement ledger

In Wholesale Trade, Kerr Pump and Supply INC sits at penalty rank #1,794 of 4,429 penalized establishments ($9,380 assessed).

How Kerr Pump and Supply INC Compares

Kerr Pump and Supply INC's 13.00 violations per inspection compares to the Wholesale Trade sector average of 5.5 violations per employer.

Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2016-06-09

Last Inspection

2019-05-16

Inspection Span

3 yrs

Violations / Inspection

13.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$4,690

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,665

What this shows 2 inspections over 3 years, averaging 13.0 violations per visit. That's $4,690 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,665.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

12

Serious

46.2% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

5

Repeat

19.2% of total

9

Other-Than-Serious

34.6% 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

$18,760

Current Penalty Amount

$9,380

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $9,380 from the initial assessment of $18,760. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Wholesale Trade

How Kerr Pump and Supply INC compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Kerr Pump and Supply INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 26 5.5
Total Penalty $9,380 $9,112
Avg Penalty per Inspection $4,690 $4,665
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Nationwide Wholesale Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Kerr Pump and Supply INC, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($9,380 here).

Cheney Brothers, INC. $9,375 FL Seldat Distribution, INC. $9,389 NJ Buckman's INC. $9,367 PA Coastal Used Auto Parts & Recycling $9,366 GA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Inteva Products 2 insp. Bluffton, IN Progressive Gourmet, INC. 2 insp. Wilmington, MA Ava Companies 2 insp. Hicksville, NY SB Specialty Metals LLC 2 insp. Chicago, IL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Wholesale Trade

Showing 5 of 6880 other employers tracked in this sector.

Cheney Brothers, INC.
Ocala, FL
2 inspections $9,375
Seldat Distribution, INC.
Burlington, NJ
2 inspections $9,389
Buckman's INC.
Pottstown, PA
4 inspections $9,367
Coastal Used Auto Parts & Recycling
Ludowici, GA
2 inspections $9,366
Peterson Brothers, INC.
San Antonio, TX
2 inspections $9,360

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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 Kerr Pump and Supply INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Kerr Pump and Supply INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 26 violations across 2 inspections, including 12 serious violations. Compared to Wholesale Trade industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Kerr Pump and Supply INC have? ▼
Kerr Pump and Supply INC has 26 OSHA violations on record, including 12 serious, 0 willful, and 5 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $9,380.
How many OSHA inspections has Kerr Pump and Supply INC had? ▼
Kerr Pump and Supply INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2016-06-09 and the most recent on 2019-05-16. This averages 13.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Kerr Pump and Supply INC? ▼
Kerr Pump and Supply INC has been assessed $9,380 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $18,760 (a 50.0% reduction).
Does Kerr Pump and Supply INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Kerr Pump and Supply INC has 12 serious violations, and 5 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 Kerr Pump and Supply INC operate in? ▼
Kerr Pump and Supply INC operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 423830). This industry has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 13,442 total OSHA inspections and $62.70M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Kerr Pump and Supply INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Kerr Pump and Supply INC ranks #36,921 (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 Kerr Pump and Supply INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Kerr Pump and Supply INC's total OSHA penalty of $9,380 is above the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer (1.0x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Cheney Brothers, INC. in Ocala, FL is a similar wholesale trade employer with $9,375 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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