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Michels Corporation

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Michels Corporation has a concerning safety record: 26 violations across 5 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Top 5% by penalty81% serious
$72,966
OSHA penalties
26
Violations cited
5
OSHA inspections
$12,795
Back wages owed

Michels Corporation in Brownsville, WI has been the subject of 5 OSHA workplace inspections and 26 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $72,966. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $12,795 in back wages owed to 8 affected workers. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Michels Corporation 5 times over 4 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 26 violations, averaging 5.2 per inspection - a notably high rate. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the top 5% of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 21 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (2.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $12,795 in back wages owed to 8 affected workers. For comparison, Apec in Miami, FL is another construction employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

5.2
violations per inspection
80.8%
of violations were serious
97%
of penalized employers rank lower
$12,795
in back wages recovered

How Michels Corporation compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Michels Corporation runs far above peers (10.8x 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

$72,966 Bottom 3% least affordable more affordable than 3% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Below this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Below this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $50,000+: 5,101 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). This entry ($72,966) is well above this band, the chart's rightmost open-ended bucket. This employer: $72,966 $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

What the Data Says About Michels Corporation

The federal enforcement record for Michels Corporation in Brownsville, WI includes 5 OSHA inspections and 26 violations, translating to 5.20 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 21 (80.8%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $158,612 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $72,966 - a 54.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $14,593. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record runs far above peers (10.8x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 2 cases producing $12,795 in back wages owed to 8 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2012-08-07 to 2016-08-08, a window of roughly 4 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

5

First Inspection

2012-08-07

Last Inspection

2016-08-08

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

5.2

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$14,593

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 5 inspections over 4 years, averaging 5.2 violations per visit. That's $14,593 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

21

Serious

80.8% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

5

Other-Than-Serious

19.2% 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

$158,612

Current Penalty Amount

$72,966

Penalty Reduction

54.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$85,761

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $85,646 from the initial assessment of $158,612. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$12,795
Employees Affected
8
WHD Violations
36
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$1,599
Avg Back Wages per Case
$6,398

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Michels Corporation owed $12,795 in back wages to 8 employees across 2 cases and 36 violations. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How Michels Corporation compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Michels Corporation Industry Avg
Inspections 5 2.0
Violations 26 3.3
Total Penalty $72,966 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $14,593 $3,361
View all 61,413 employers in Construction →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Michels Corporation safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Michels Corporation's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 26 violations across 5 inspections, including 21 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Michels Corporation have? ▼
Michels Corporation has 26 OSHA violations on record, including 21 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $72,966.
How many OSHA inspections has Michels Corporation had? ▼
Michels Corporation has had 5 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-08-07 and the most recent on 2016-08-08. This averages 5.2 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Michels Corporation? ▼
Michels Corporation has been assessed $72,966 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $158,612 (a 54.0% reduction). Additionally, $12,795 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Michels Corporation have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Michels Corporation has 21 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.
Has Michels Corporation been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Michels Corporation, resulting in $12,795 in back wages owed to 8 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Michels Corporation operate in? ▼
Michels Corporation operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 237120). This industry has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,350 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Michels Corporation owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Michels Corporation owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $12,795 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
How does Michels Corporation's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Michels Corporation's total OSHA penalty of $72,966 is above the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer (10.8x the average). The employer has 5 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Apec in Miami, FL is a similar construction employer with $0 in current penalties.

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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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