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Wholesale Trade · Payette, ID

Nelson Metal Technology INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Nelson Metal Technology INC ranks #21,415 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 20 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty95% serious
$16,770
OSHA penalties
20
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#21,415
of 99,447 penalized employers

Nelson Metal Technology INC in Payette, ID has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 20 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $16,770. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Nelson Metal Technology INC 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections turned up 20 violations, averaging 10.0 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #21,415 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 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, Big Horn CO-Operative Marketing Association in Powell, WY is another wholesale trade employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $16,731 in current penalties.

10.0
violations per inspection
95.0%
of violations were serious
#21,415
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 20 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (10.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Nelson Metal Technology INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Nelson Metal Technology INC runs moderately above peers (1.8x 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

$16,770 Bottom 22% least affordable more affordable than 22% 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 Wholesale Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Nelson Metal Technology INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.005.310.515.821OSHA inspectionsViolations citedUNITED FISHING AGENC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0Q.T. RENTS, L.L.C., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9BANGO REFINING NV. LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3HI-PLAINS COOP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9PACIFIC PACKAGING PR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6MANHEIM SAN ANTONIO, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1J.T. EATON & CO., INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14GENERAL PARTS DISTRI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8TEDDER BROTHERS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6TARC INDUSTRIES/EMPL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1KELLER GRAIN & FEED,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7PORT CITY INDUSTRIAL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3SOUTH DAKOTA WHEAT G…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4CJ POLY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4NOVAK ENTERPRISES INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3PIEDMONT CHEERWINE B…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11BROADVIEW TECHNOLOGI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3INLAND MEATS OF SPOK…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5ROCK RIVER LUMBER AN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1SAFEWAY INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1Nelson Metal Technol…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20
Nelson Metal Technology INC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 20 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.

Nelson Metal Technology INC in the Wholesale Trade enforcement ledger

Wholesale Trade sector: Nelson Metal Technology INC is the #1,005 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 4,429 employers with nonzero fines ($16,770).

How Nelson Metal Technology INC Compares

Nelson Metal Technology INC's 10.00 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 runs moderately above peers (1.8x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2021-02-24

Last Inspection

2021-02-24

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

10.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$8,385

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,665

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 10.0 violations per visit. That's $8,385 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,665.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

19

Serious

95.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

5.0% 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

$32,766

Current Penalty Amount

$16,770

Penalty Reduction

48.8%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $15,996 from the initial assessment of $32,766. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Wholesale Trade

How Nelson Metal Technology INC compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Nelson Metal Technology INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 20 5.5
Total Penalty $16,770 $9,112
Avg Penalty per Inspection $8,385 $4,665
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Nationwide Wholesale Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Nelson Metal Technology INC, both outside ID so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($16,770 here).

Oak Beverages, INC $16,800 NY Scott Cooperative Association $16,805 KS Big Horn CO-Operative Marketing Association $16,731 WY Boskovich Farms, INC. $16,730 CA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

United Fishing Agency LTD 2 insp. Honolulu, HI Q.T. Rents, L.L.C. 2 insp. Rockdale, IL Bango Refining NV. LLC 2 insp. Fallon, NV HI-Plains Coop 2 insp. Selden, KS

Nearby & Similar Employers in Wholesale Trade

Showing 5 of 6880 other employers tracked in this sector.

Oak Beverages, INC
Brooklyn, NY
2 inspections $16,800
Scott Cooperative Association
Scott City, KS
2 inspections $16,805
Big Horn CO-Operative Marketing Association
Powell, WY
2 inspections $16,731
Boskovich Farms, INC.
Oxnard, CA
5 inspections $16,730
Sukup Manufacturing CO.
Sheffield, IA
4 inspections $16,812

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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 Nelson Metal Technology INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Nelson Metal Technology INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 20 violations across 2 inspections, including 19 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 Nelson Metal Technology INC have? ▼
Nelson Metal Technology INC has 20 OSHA violations on record, including 19 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $16,770.
How many OSHA inspections has Nelson Metal Technology INC had? ▼
Nelson Metal Technology INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2021-02-24 and the most recent on 2021-02-24. This averages 10.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Nelson Metal Technology INC? ▼
Nelson Metal Technology INC has been assessed $16,770 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $32,766 (a 48.8% reduction).
Does Nelson Metal Technology INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Nelson Metal Technology INC 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 Nelson Metal Technology INC operate in? ▼
Nelson Metal Technology INC operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 423930). This industry has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 13,442 total OSHA inspections and $62.70M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Nelson Metal Technology INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Nelson Metal Technology INC ranks #21,415 (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 Nelson Metal Technology INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Nelson Metal Technology INC's total OSHA penalty of $16,770 is above the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer (1.8x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Big Horn CO-Operative Marketing Association in Powell, WY is a similar wholesale trade employer with $16,731 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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