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Panolam Industries International INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Panolam Industries International INC. ranks #10,714 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 10 violations across 5 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty90% serious
$29,684
OSHA penalties
10
Violations cited
5
OSHA inspections
#10,714
of 99,447 penalized employers

Panolam Industries International INC. in Auburn, ME has been the subject of 5 OSHA workplace inspections and 10 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $29,684. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Panolam Industries International INC. 5 times over 5 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 10 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #10,714 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 9 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.9x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Duncan Galvanizing Corporation in Everett, MA is another manufacturing employer with 5 OSHA inspections on record and $29,695 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
90.0%
of violations were serious
#10,714
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

D 61/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 10 violations across 5 OSHA inspections (2.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Panolam Industries International INC. runs moderately above peers (1.9x 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

$29,684 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 Panolam Industries International INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both5.05.055.05.0012.324.636.949.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedL & L LUMBER CO., INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 39MATERION BRUSH, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 7ROCKY MOUNTAIN METAL…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 9SET ENTERPRISES, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 10JBS USA, LLC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 13MARKIN TUBING, LP, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 19HEATCRAFT REFRIGERAT…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 7ROBERT BOSCH TOOL CO…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17GE LIGHTING DOVER PR…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 9DOING STEEL INC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 5CHAMPION HOME BUILDE…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 7ADVANCED COMPOSITES …, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 5ALLOY RESOURCES CORP, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 15GIRARD WOOD PRODUCTS…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 2LASER SPECIALTIES INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17PHILLIPS GRANITE INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 47MOUNTAIRE FARMS OF D…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 6HENNIG, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 10CAMBRIDGE LEE INDUST…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17PURE GROUND INGREDIE…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 14Panolam Industries I…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 10
Panolam Industries International INC. has 5 OSHA inspections on record and 10 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.

Panolam Industries International INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Panolam Industries International INC. ranks #5,330 at $29,684 current penalty.

How Panolam Industries International INC. Compares

Panolam Industries International INC.'s 2.00 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 (1.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

5

First Inspection

2018-10-01

Last Inspection

2023-05-22

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$5,937

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 5 inspections over 5 years, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $5,937 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

9

Serious

90.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

10.0% 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

$42,194

Current Penalty Amount

$29,684

Penalty Reduction

29.6%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $12,510 from the initial assessment of $42,194. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Panolam Industries International INC. compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Panolam Industries International INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 5 2.6
Violations 10 8.0
Total Penalty $29,684 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $5,937 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Panolam Industries International INC., both outside ME so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($29,684 here).

National Frame Rail, INC $29,689 TX Strong Structural Steel, LTD. $29,692 TX Duncan Galvanizing Corporation $29,695 MA Cast Corporation $29,695 MN

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (5 inspections here).

L & L Lumber CO., INC. 5 insp. Huntsville, AL Materion Brush, INC. 5 insp. Elmore, OH Rocky Mountain Metal Container 5 insp. Golden, CO Set Enterprises, INC. 5 insp. Sauk Village, IL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

National Frame Rail, INC
Sanger, TX
4 inspections $29,689
Strong Structural Steel, LTD.
Pharr, TX
4 inspections $29,692
Jova Mode Inc
Los Angeles, CA
0 inspections $0
Duncan Galvanizing Corporation
Everett, MA
5 inspections $29,695
Cast Corporation
Hibbing, MN
4 inspections $29,695

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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 Panolam Industries International INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Panolam Industries International INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 10 violations across 5 inspections, including 9 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 Panolam Industries International INC. have? ▼
Panolam Industries International INC. has 10 OSHA violations on record, including 9 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $29,684.
How many OSHA inspections has Panolam Industries International INC. had? ▼
Panolam Industries International INC. has had 5 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2018-10-01 and the most recent on 2023-05-22. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Panolam Industries International INC.? ▼
Panolam Industries International INC. has been assessed $29,684 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $42,194 (a 29.6% reduction).
Does Panolam Industries International INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Panolam Industries International INC. has 9 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 Panolam Industries International INC. operate in? ▼
Panolam Industries International INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 326130). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Panolam Industries International INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Panolam Industries International INC. ranks #10,714 (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 Panolam Industries International INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Panolam Industries International INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $29,684 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.9x the average). The employer has 5 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Duncan Galvanizing Corporation in Everett, MA is a similar manufacturing employer with $29,695 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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