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Wholesale Trade · Richmond, VA

Open Plan Systems

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Open Plan Systems has a mixed safety record: 2 violations across 1 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Top 25% by penalty100% serious
$19,730
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
$18,114
Back wages owed

Open Plan Systems in Richmond, VA has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $19,730. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $18,114 in back wages owed to 7 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 Open Plan Systems once. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the top quarter of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 2 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 runs moderately below peers (0.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $18,114 in back wages owed to 7 affected workers. For comparison, Altman Specialty Plant in San Antonio, TX is another wholesale trade employer with 4 OSHA inspections on record and $37,831 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
82%
of penalized employers rank lower
$18,114
in back wages recovered

How Open Plan Systems compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Open Plan Systems runs well above peers (2.2x 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

$19,730 Bottom 18% least affordable more affordable than 18% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 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

What the Data Says About Open Plan Systems

The federal enforcement record for Open Plan Systems in Richmond, VA includes 1 OSHA inspection and 2 violations, translating to 2.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 2 (100.0%) 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 $19,730 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $19,730 - no reduction from the original assessment. Average penalty per inspection works out to $19,730. Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,023 per employer, this record runs well above peers (2.2x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $18,114 in back wages owed to 7 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2025-10-28 to 2025-10-28, a window of roughly 1 year.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2025-10-28

Last Inspection

2025-10-28

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$19,730

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,678

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $19,730 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,678.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

Serious

100.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

0

Other-Than-Serious

0.0% 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

$19,730

Current Penalty Amount

$19,730

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$37,844

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$18,114
Employees Affected
7
WHD Violations
8
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$2,588
Avg Back Wages per Case
$18,114

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Open Plan Systems owed $18,114 in back wages to 7 employees across 1 case and 8 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: Wholesale Trade

How Open Plan Systems compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,960 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Open Plan Systems Industry Avg
Inspections 1 1.9
Violations 2 5.4
Total Penalty $19,730 $9,023
Avg Penalty per Inspection $19,730 $4,678
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Open Plan Systems safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Open Plan Systems's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 2 violations across 1 inspections, including 2 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 Open Plan Systems have? ▼
Open Plan Systems has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $19,730.
How many OSHA inspections has Open Plan Systems had? ▼
Open Plan Systems has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2025-10-28 and the most recent on 2025-10-28. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Open Plan Systems? ▼
Open Plan Systems has been assessed $19,730 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $18,114 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Open Plan Systems have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Open Plan Systems has 2 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 Open Plan Systems been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Open Plan Systems, resulting in $18,114 in back wages owed to 7 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Open Plan Systems operate in? ▼
Open Plan Systems operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 423210). This industry has 6,960 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 13,424 total OSHA inspections and $62.80M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Open Plan Systems owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Open Plan Systems 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 $18,114 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Open Plan Systems's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Open Plan Systems's total OSHA penalty of $19,730 is above the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,023 per employer (2.2x the average). The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.9 per employer. For a direct comparison, Altman Specialty Plant in San Antonio, TX is a similar wholesale trade employer with $37,831 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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