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Ohio Paper Tube

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Ohio Paper Tube ranks #11,101 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 24 violations across 3 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty71% serious
$28,940
OSHA penalties
24
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#11,101
of 99,447 penalized employers

Ohio Paper Tube in Canton, OH 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: $28,940. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Ohio Paper Tube 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 #11,101 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 17 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, Humble Abodes Beekeeping Supplies in Windsor, ME is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $28,938 in current penalties.

8.0
violations per inspection
70.8%
of violations were serious
#11,101
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 Ohio Paper Tube compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Ohio Paper Tube 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

$28,940 Bottom 11% least affordable more affordable than 11% 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%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Below this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Ohio Paper Tube.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.03.915.52738.650.1OSHA inspectionsViolations citedAMD INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 41ARDENT MILLS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8BURT LUMBER COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 36TEXAS STEEL CONVERSION, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12BLACK RIVER COMMODIT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11OLDCASTLE PRECAST INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6COMET SIGNS LLC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7STEEL, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 16PAUWAY CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13HANKOOK ATLASBX AMER…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 48TEXAS PRIDE TRAILERS…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10DENNIE'S MANUFACTURI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 20ARTE SANO LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8IDAHO TIMBER OF CART…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6STAMPED PRODUCTS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11JAY'S FURNITURE PROD…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13MONTEBELLO PACKAGING…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12ANALOGIC CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6MILGARD MANUFACTURIN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9MAXIMUM SECURITY PRO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 21Ohio Paper Tube, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 24
Ohio Paper Tube 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.

Ohio Paper Tube in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: Ohio Paper Tube is the #5,506 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($28,940).

How Ohio Paper Tube Compares

Ohio Paper Tube'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 runs moderately above peers (1.8x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2012-11-08

Last Inspection

2016-12-29

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

8.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$9,647

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 4 years, averaging 8.0 violations per visit. That's $9,647 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

17

Serious

70.8% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

4.2% of total

6

Other-Than-Serious

25.0% 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

$53,112

Current Penalty Amount

$28,940

Penalty Reduction

45.5%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $24,172 from the initial assessment of $53,112. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Ohio Paper Tube compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Ohio Paper Tube Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 24 8.0
Total Penalty $28,940 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $9,647 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Ohio Paper Tube, both outside OH so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($28,940 here).

Humble Abodes Beekeeping Supplies $28,938 ME Palos Verdes Building Corporation $28,935 CA Dela Incorporated $28,934 MA Midwest Can Company, LLC $28,948 IL

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Amd Industries, INC. 3 insp. Cicero, IL Ardent Mills, LLC 3 insp. Easton, PA Burt Lumber Company 3 insp. Washington, GA Texas Steel Conversion 3 insp. Houston, TX

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Humble Abodes Beekeeping Supplies
Windsor, ME
2 inspections $28,938
Palos Verdes Building Corporation
Corona, CA
5 inspections $28,935
Huhtamaki, INC.
Franklin, OH
3 inspections $28,934
Dela Incorporated
Haverhill, MA
3 inspections $28,934
TD Modern, Inc
Garden Grove, CA
0 inspections $0

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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 Ohio Paper Tube safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Ohio Paper Tube's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 24 violations across 3 inspections, including 17 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 Ohio Paper Tube have? ▼
Ohio Paper Tube has 24 OSHA violations on record, including 17 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $28,940.
How many OSHA inspections has Ohio Paper Tube had? ▼
Ohio Paper Tube has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-11-08 and the most recent on 2016-12-29. This averages 8.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Ohio Paper Tube? ▼
Ohio Paper Tube has been assessed $28,940 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $53,112 (a 45.5% reduction).
Does Ohio Paper Tube have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Ohio Paper Tube has 17 serious violations, and 1 repeat 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 Ohio Paper Tube operate in? ▼
Ohio Paper Tube operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 322214). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Ohio Paper Tube rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Ohio Paper Tube ranks #11,101 (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 Ohio Paper Tube's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Ohio Paper Tube's total OSHA penalty of $28,940 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.8x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Humble Abodes Beekeeping Supplies in Windsor, ME is a similar manufacturing employer with $28,938 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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