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Manufacturing · Richmond, VA

Phillip Morris USA

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Phillip Morris USA ranks #28,936 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a relatively clean safety record: 2 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty100% serious
$12,470
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#28,936
of 99,447 penalized employers

Phillip Morris USA in Richmond, VA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $12,470. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Phillip Morris USA 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 1.0 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #28,936 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 2 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 below peers (0.8x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, The Mennel Milling CO. in Bucyrus, OH is another manufacturing employer with 4 OSHA inspections on record and $12,471 in current penalties.

1.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#28,936
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

C 75/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 2 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (1.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Phillip Morris USA compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Phillip Morris USA runs moderately below peers (0.8x 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

$12,470 Bottom 29% least affordable more affordable than 29% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $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 Manufacturing employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Phillip Morris USA.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.68.316.023.731.4OSHA inspectionsViolations citedTAYLOR FARMS NEW JER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21UGN, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12PINNACLE MARBLE & GR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22HIXSON LUMBER COMPAN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8E.J. BROOKS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20CROWN POLY, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21PACKAGING CORPORATIO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10SAGER CREEK VEGETABL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24PRESTIGE MARBLE & GR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 30SANTOS BAKERY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9GWS TOOL GROUP DBA A…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21L A. PILLOW & FIBER,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5EAST BAKING COMPANY …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6EVERGREEN PLASTICS, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22BOTTLING GROUP, LLC.…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10BUDZAR INDUSTRIES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24BWAY CORPORATION DBA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3TEXAS STEEL CONVERSI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13LIGNETICS GROUP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15QUIKRETE CALIFORNIA,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3Phillip Morris USA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2
Phillip Morris USA has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 2 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.

Phillip Morris USA in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Phillip Morris USA sits at penalty rank #13,381 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($12,470 assessed).

How Phillip Morris USA Compares

Phillip Morris USA's 1.00 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 below peers (0.8x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2017-06-19

Last Inspection

2018-06-22

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

1.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$6,235

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 1.0 violations per visit. That's $6,235 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

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

$24,940

Current Penalty Amount

$12,470

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $12,470 from the initial assessment of $24,940. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Phillip Morris USA compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Phillip Morris USA Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 2 8.0
Total Penalty $12,470 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $6,235 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Phillip Morris USA, both outside VA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($12,470 here).

Advanced Mobility BY Kentucky Trailer $12,471 IL Benchmark Foam, INC. $12,471 SD The Mennel Milling CO. $12,471 OH Milliken & Company $12,471 GA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Taylor Farms New Jersey, INC. 2 insp. Swedesboro, NJ Ugn, INC. 2 insp. Monroe, OH Pinnacle Marble & Granite, INC. 2 insp. Dallas, TX Hixson Lumber Company, LLC 2 insp. Rison, AR

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Advanced Mobility BY Kentucky Trailer
Monee, IL
2 inspections $12,471
Benchmark Foam, INC.
Watertown, SD
4 inspections $12,471
The Mennel Milling CO.
Bucyrus, OH
4 inspections $12,471
Milliken & Company
Nicholls, GA
2 inspections $12,471
Alene Candles Midwest, LLC
New Albany, OH
2 inspections $12,471

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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 Phillip Morris USA safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Phillip Morris USA's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 2 violations across 2 inspections, including 2 serious violations. Compared to Manufacturing industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Phillip Morris USA have? ▼
Phillip Morris USA has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $12,470.
How many OSHA inspections has Phillip Morris USA had? ▼
Phillip Morris USA has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2017-06-19 and the most recent on 2018-06-22. This averages 1.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Phillip Morris USA? ▼
Phillip Morris USA has been assessed $12,470 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $24,940 (a 50.0% reduction).
Does Phillip Morris USA have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Phillip Morris USA 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.
What industry does Phillip Morris USA operate in? ▼
Phillip Morris USA operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 312221). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Phillip Morris USA rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Phillip Morris USA ranks #28,936 (the upper half 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 Phillip Morris USA's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Phillip Morris USA's total OSHA penalty of $12,470 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, The Mennel Milling CO. in Bucyrus, OH is a similar manufacturing employer with $12,471 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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