Manufacturing · Hewitt, TX

MJ Lathern Company, INC.

OSHA records show a concerning safety record: 9 violations across 2 inspections — above the Manufacturing industry average for penalties.

Reviewed byPlainworker Editorial, Workplace Safety Editorial Team · June 13, 2026

2
OSHA inspections: 9
Violations cited: $16,348
OSHA penalties

MJ Lathern Company, INC. in Hewitt, TX has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 9 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $16,348. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

MJ Lathern Company, INC. has been inspected 2 times by OSHA over 1 year. These inspections resulted in 9 violations, averaging 4.5 violations per inspection. Of these, 6 were classified as serious — indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Compared to the Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, MJ Lathern Company, INC. has been inspected fewer frequently.

4.5
violations per inspection: 66.7%
of violations were serious: 1.2×
Manufacturing industry-avg penalty

MJ Lathern Company, INC.

$16,348
Manufacturing avg

$13,853

What this shows MJ Lathern Company, INC. carries 1.2× the penalties of a typical Manufacturing employer — a clear outlier in its sector.

What the Data Says About MJ Lathern Company, INC.

The federal enforcement record for MJ Lathern Company, INC. in Hewitt, TX includes 2 OSHA inspections and 9 violations, translating to 4.50 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 6 (66.7%) 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 $27,245 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $16,348 — a 40.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $8,174. Against the Manufacturing industry average of $13,853 per employer, this record runs above peers.

Inspection activity spans from 2018-12-03 to 2018-12-03, a window of roughly 1 year. This record draws directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement data at data.dol.gov. Penalty amounts reflect final adjudicated figures after any settlement, informal conference, or formal contest. Workers, journalists, and researchers can use these figures to compare this employer's compliance posture against industry peers and to identify workplaces with elevated safety risks or repeat non-compliance.

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

First Inspection

2018-12-03

Last Inspection

2018-12-03

Inspection Span

1 year

Violations per Inspection

4.5

Avg Penalty per Inspection

$8,174

Industry Avg per Inspection

$5,418

Violation Breakdown

Serious

66.7% of total

Willful

0.0% of total

Repeat

0.0% of total

Other-Than-Serious

33.3% of total

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.

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$27,245

Current Penalty Amount

$16,348

Penalty Reduction

40.0%

Penalties were reduced by $10,897 from the initial assessment of $27,245. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How MJ Lathern Company, INC. compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 23,042 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric	MJ Lathern Company, INC.	Industry Avg
Inspections	2	2.6
Violations	9	8.2
Total Penalty	$16,348	$13,853
Avg Penalty per Inspection	$8,174	$5,418

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is MJ Lathern Company, INC. safe to work at? ▼

Based on OSHA records, MJ Lathern Company, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 9 violations across 2 inspections, including 6 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 MJ Lathern Company, INC. have? ▼

MJ Lathern Company, INC. has 9 OSHA violations on record, including 6 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $16,348.

How many OSHA inspections has MJ Lathern Company, INC. had? ▼

MJ Lathern Company, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2018-12-03 and the most recent on 2018-12-03. This averages 4.5 violations per inspection.

What is the total penalty amount for MJ Lathern Company, INC.? ▼

MJ Lathern Company, INC. has been assessed $16,348 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $27,245 (a 40.0% reduction).

Does MJ Lathern Company, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼

Yes. MJ Lathern Company, INC. has 6 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 MJ Lathern Company, INC. operate in? ▼

MJ Lathern Company, INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332312). This industry has 23,042 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 58,916 total OSHA inspections and $319.21M in cumulative penalties.

What are my rights if I work at MJ Lathern Company, INC.? ▼

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, employees at MJ Lathern Company, INC. have the right to a safe workplace, the right to report hazards without retaliation, the right to request an OSHA inspection, and the right to access their own exposure and medical records. Workers can also refuse dangerous work if they believe they face imminent danger and their employer has failed to address the hazard.

How do I file an OSHA complaint against MJ Lathern Company, INC.? ▼

You can file a complaint with OSHA online at osha.gov/workers/file-complaint, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (6742), or by visiting your local OSHA area office. Complaints can be filed confidentially. OSHA is required to respond to all complaints and will prioritize those alleging imminent danger. You are protected from employer retaliation under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act.

How does MJ Lathern Company, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼

MJ Lathern Company, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $16,348 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $13,853 per employer (1.2x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer.

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These figures are the federal enforcement record on file and reflect past inspections — not a statement about current workplace conditions. See the disclaimer for how to read them.

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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