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Manufacturing · Manassas Park, VA

Metro Sign & Design, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Metro Sign & Design, INC. ranks #53,518 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 23 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty96% serious
$5,322
OSHA penalties
23
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#53,518
of 99,447 penalized employers

Metro Sign & Design, INC. in Manassas Park, VA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 23 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $5,322. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Metro Sign & Design, INC. 2 times across a longer 9-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections turned up 23 violations, averaging 11.5 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #53,518 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 22 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, New Technology Precision Machining CO., INC. in Jupiter, FL is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $5,322 in current penalties.

11.5
violations per inspection
95.7%
of violations were serious
#53,518
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 23 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (11.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Metro Sign & Design, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Metro Sign & Design, INC. runs moderately below peers (0.3x 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

$5,322 Top 46% most affordable more affordable than 54% 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 Manufacturing employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Metro Sign & Design, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.68.115.522.930.4OSHA inspectionsViolations citedGREAT LAKES CHEMICAL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 29SOFIDEL AMERICA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9PRIMEX PLASTICS CORP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2QUVA PHARMA, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6LOCKHEED MARTIN, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6QUARTZ AND STONE CRE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20MARTIN SPROCKET & GE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22HOLLOWELL INDUSTRIES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8INTERNATIONAL STONE,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 27IPSEN, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6CONTINENTAL TIRE NOR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3ALPHIA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5HITACHI ABB, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3METRO SHEET METAL INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18JOHNS MANVILLE CORP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4GENERAL SHALE BRICK,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6SUMMIT CUSTOM SPRAY …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10CONFLUENCE HOLDING C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 29CARLYLE COCOA CO, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9GILMAN BUILDING PROD…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5Metro Sign & Design,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 23
Metro Sign & Design, INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 23 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.

Metro Sign & Design, INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Metro Sign & Design, INC. ranks #22,479 at $5,322 current penalty.

How Metro Sign & Design, INC. Compares

Metro Sign & Design, INC.'s 11.50 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 (0.3x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2014-01-29

Last Inspection

2022-10-11

Inspection Span

9 yrs

Violations / Inspection

11.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,661

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 9 years, averaging 11.5 violations per visit. That's $2,661 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

22

Serious

95.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

4.3% 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

$7,600

Current Penalty Amount

$5,322

Penalty Reduction

30.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $2,278 from the initial assessment of $7,600. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Metro Sign & Design, INC. compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Metro Sign & Design, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 23 8.0
Total Penalty $5,322 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,661 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Metro Sign & Design, INC., both outside VA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($5,322 here).

New Technology Precision Machining CO., INC. $5,322 FL TDK - Lambda Americas INC $5,323 NJ Marjon Specialty Foods, INC. $5,323 FL Roman Stone Construction CO. $5,320 NY

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Great Lakes Chemical Corporation 2 insp. El Dorado, AR Sofidel America 2 insp. Hattiesburg, MS Primex Plastics Corporation 2 insp. Oakwood, GA Quva Pharma, INC 2 insp. Bloomsbury, NJ

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

New Technology Precision Machining CO., INC.
Jupiter, FL
2 inspections $5,322
TDK - Lambda Americas INC
Neptune, NJ
2 inspections $5,323
Marjon Specialty Foods, INC.
Plant City, FL
2 inspections $5,323
Roman Stone Construction CO.
Bay Shore, NY
3 inspections $5,320
Creps United Publications, LP
Indiana, PA
2 inspections $5,320

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What to do with this record

Use Metro Sign & Design, INC.'s enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

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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 Metro Sign & Design, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Metro Sign & Design, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 23 violations across 2 inspections, including 22 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 Metro Sign & Design, INC. have? ▼
Metro Sign & Design, INC. has 23 OSHA violations on record, including 22 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $5,322.
How many OSHA inspections has Metro Sign & Design, INC. had? ▼
Metro Sign & Design, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-01-29 and the most recent on 2022-10-11. This averages 11.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Metro Sign & Design, INC.? ▼
Metro Sign & Design, INC. has been assessed $5,322 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $7,600 (a 30.0% reduction).
Does Metro Sign & Design, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Metro Sign & Design, INC. has 22 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 Metro Sign & Design, INC. operate in? ▼
Metro Sign & Design, INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 339950). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Metro Sign & Design, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Metro Sign & Design, INC. ranks #53,518 (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 Metro Sign & Design, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Metro Sign & Design, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $5,322 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, New Technology Precision Machining CO., INC. in Jupiter, FL is a similar manufacturing employer with $5,322 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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