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Poor Boy Woodworks INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Poor Boy Woodworks INC ranks #78,998 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 9 violations across 3 inspections.

Lower half by penalty67% serious
$1,750
OSHA penalties
9
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#78,998
of 99,447 penalized employers

Poor Boy Woodworks INC in Saginaw, MI has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 9 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,750. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Poor Boy Woodworks INC 3 times across a longer 9-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 9 violations, averaging 3.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #78,998 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 6 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, Cemex, INC. in Asheville, NC is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $1,750 in current penalties.

3.0
violations per inspection
66.7%
of violations were serious
#78,998
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 46/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 9 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (3.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Poor Boy Woodworks INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Poor Boy Woodworks INC runs well below peers (0.11x 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

$1,750 Top 21% most affordable more affordable than 79% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $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 Poor Boy Woodworks INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.02.411.22028.837.6OSHA inspectionsViolations citedQG PRINTING II CORP., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 36EDEN PELLETS LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12WILCOX FARMS FEEDMILL, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11HYCOM INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5CERRO FLOW PRODUCTS …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17LEADING PHARMA LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12FAURECIA INTERIOR SY…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9VALFILM, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4ALLEGUARD, LLC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8JOHNSON CONTROLS INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6KROY INDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9O.K. FOODS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4ALPHA OMEGA COLLECTI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10THE JONES METAL PROD…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15WELCH ALLYN, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7MARCHO FARMS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4ROYAL OAK ENTERPRISE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9OWL WIRE & CABLE, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14ASSOCIATION FOR VISI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11H & R PAVING, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13Poor Boy Woodworks INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9
Poor Boy Woodworks INC has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 9 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.

Poor Boy Woodworks INC in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Poor Boy Woodworks INC sits at penalty rank #30,359 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($1,750 assessed).

How Poor Boy Woodworks INC Compares

Poor Boy Woodworks INC's 3.00 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 well below peers (0.11x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2017-06-05

Last Inspection

2026-05-07

Inspection Span

9 yrs

Violations / Inspection

3.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$583

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 9 years, averaging 3.0 violations per visit. That's $583 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

6

Serious

66.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

3

Other-Than-Serious

33.3% 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

$3,500

Current Penalty Amount

$1,750

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $1,750 from the initial assessment of $3,500. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Poor Boy Woodworks INC compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Poor Boy Woodworks INC Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 9 8.0
Total Penalty $1,750 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $583 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Poor Boy Woodworks INC, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,750 here).

Benz Oil, INC. $1,750 WI Docu-Mart Incorporated $1,750 LA Cemex, INC. $1,750 NC Icicle Ridge Winery $1,750 WA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

QG Printing II CORP. 3 insp. Columbus, OH Eden Pellets LLC 3 insp. Chesapeake, VA Wilcox Farms Feedmill 3 insp. Roy, WA Hycom INC. 3 insp. Barberton, OH

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Big Unit Thermal Coatings LLC DBA Cook Industries INC
Warren, MI
4 inspections $1,750
Benz Oil, INC.
Milwaukee, WI
2 inspections $1,750
Cemex, INC.
Asheville, NC
2 inspections $1,750
Icicle Ridge Winery
Peshastin, WA
2 inspections $1,750
Pacific Industrial Development Corporation
Ann Arbor, MI
2 inspections $1,750

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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 Poor Boy Woodworks INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Poor Boy Woodworks INC's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 9 violations across 3 inspections, including 6 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 Poor Boy Woodworks INC have? ▼
Poor Boy Woodworks INC has 9 OSHA violations on record, including 6 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,750.
How many OSHA inspections has Poor Boy Woodworks INC had? ▼
Poor Boy Woodworks INC has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2017-06-05 and the most recent on 2026-05-07. This averages 3.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Poor Boy Woodworks INC? ▼
Poor Boy Woodworks INC has been assessed $1,750 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $3,500 (a 50.0% reduction).
Does Poor Boy Woodworks INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Poor Boy Woodworks INC has 6 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 Poor Boy Woodworks INC operate in? ▼
Poor Boy Woodworks INC operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 321918). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Poor Boy Woodworks INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Poor Boy Woodworks INC ranks #78,998 (the lower 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 Poor Boy Woodworks INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Poor Boy Woodworks INC's total OSHA penalty of $1,750 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer. The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Cemex, INC. in Asheville, NC is a similar manufacturing employer with $1,750 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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