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KPF Steel Foundry

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), KPF Steel Foundry ranks #20,294 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 24 violations across 3 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty79% serious
$17,642
OSHA penalties
24
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#20,294
of 99,447 penalized employers

KPF Steel Foundry in Kahoka, MO has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 24 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $17,642. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected KPF Steel Foundry 3 times over 4 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 24 violations, averaging 8.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #20,294 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 19 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.2x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Rimco Plastics Corporation in Horseheads, NY is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $17,640 in current penalties.

8.0
violations per inspection
79.2%
of violations were serious
#20,294
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 24 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (8.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How KPF Steel Foundry compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows KPF Steel Foundry sits roughly in line with peers (1.1x 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

$17,642 Bottom 20% least affordable more affordable than 20% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 KPF Steel Foundry.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.01.913.224.535.847.0OSHA inspectionsViolations citedU.S. BATTERY MFG. AU…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14MATALCO US, INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 18TEKNIPLEX CONSUMER P…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8AMARAL CUSTOM FABRIC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 45AMERICAN HARDWOOD IN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9HOFFMAN CABINETS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 18THE L.C. DOANE COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14KICE INDUSTRIES INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5MATRIX WIRE, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11TEMKIN INTERNATIONAL, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9TRI-MACK PLASTICS MA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10LOUISIANA-PACIFIC CO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6HARMSCO INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6CHRISTY CATALYTICS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11BARTON MATERIALS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7TRION INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5GREEN BAY PACKAGING …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4TITAN TIRE CORPORATI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 18METAL CULVERTS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 19PRESQUE ISLE WINE CE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 26KPF Steel Foundry, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 24
KPF Steel Foundry has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 24 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.

KPF Steel Foundry in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, KPF Steel Foundry sits at penalty rank #9,687 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($17,642 assessed).

How KPF Steel Foundry Compares

KPF Steel Foundry's 8.00 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 sits roughly in line with peers (1.1x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2011-10-17

Last Inspection

2015-06-10

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

8.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$5,881

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 4 years, averaging 8.0 violations per visit. That's $5,881 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

19

Serious

79.2% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

5

Other-Than-Serious

20.8% 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

$26,987

Current Penalty Amount

$17,642

Penalty Reduction

34.6%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $9,345 from the initial assessment of $26,987. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How KPF Steel Foundry compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric KPF Steel Foundry Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 24 8.0
Total Penalty $17,642 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $5,881 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for KPF Steel Foundry, both outside MO so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($17,642 here).

Ed's Precision Manufacturing, LLC $17,643 TX HP Manufacturing $17,640 OH Rimco Plastics Corporation $17,640 NY Fmi-Eps, LLC $17,640 ID

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (3 inspections here).

U.S. Battery MFG. Augusta, INC. 3 insp. Augusta, GA Matalco US, INC 3 insp. Canton, OH Tekniplex Consumer Products 3 insp. Dublin, VA Amaral Custom Fabrications INC. 3 insp. Rumford, RI

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Ed's Precision Manufacturing, LLC
Houston, TX
2 inspections $17,643
HP Manufacturing
Cleveland, OH
2 inspections $17,640
Rimco Plastics Corporation
Horseheads, NY
2 inspections $17,640
Fmi-Eps, LLC
Post Falls, ID
2 inspections $17,640
Anastasia Confections, INC.
Orlando, FL
2 inspections $17,640

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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 KPF Steel Foundry safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, KPF Steel Foundry's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 24 violations across 3 inspections, including 19 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 KPF Steel Foundry have? ▼
KPF Steel Foundry has 24 OSHA violations on record, including 19 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $17,642.
How many OSHA inspections has KPF Steel Foundry had? ▼
KPF Steel Foundry has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-10-17 and the most recent on 2015-06-10. This averages 8.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for KPF Steel Foundry? ▼
KPF Steel Foundry has been assessed $17,642 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $26,987 (a 34.6% reduction).
Does KPF Steel Foundry have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. KPF Steel Foundry has 19 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 KPF Steel Foundry operate in? ▼
KPF Steel Foundry operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 331513). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does KPF Steel Foundry rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, KPF Steel Foundry ranks #20,294 (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 KPF Steel Foundry's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
KPF Steel Foundry's total OSHA penalty of $17,642 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.1x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Rimco Plastics Corporation in Horseheads, NY is a similar manufacturing employer with $17,640 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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