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Manufacturing · Wauconda, IL

Precious Metal Refining Services, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. ranks #10,577 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 19 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty74% serious
$29,957
OSHA penalties
19
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#10,577
of 99,447 penalized employers

Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. in Wauconda, IL has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 19 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $29,957. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 19 violations, averaging 9.5 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #10,577 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 14 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, Time Manufacturing in Woodway, TX is another manufacturing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

9.5
violations per inspection
73.7%
of violations were serious
#10,577
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 19 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (9.5 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 Precious Metal Refining Services, 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

$29,957 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 Precious Metal Refining Services, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.49.21826.835.6OSHA inspectionsViolations citedPORT JERVIS LABORATO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5MAGNESITA REFRACTORIES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7ACCUTRON INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 30WEST FRASER WOOD PRO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4DIAMOND SHAMROCK REF…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5PALLET RECYCLE OF AL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 34AFE VICTORY INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 34STERLING SHIPYARD, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13HUTCO, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15CMH MANUFACTURING WE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 26ALUMINUM CO. OF AMER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7H&H MANUFACTURING CO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 33RITE STUFF FOODS, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24ANNIN FLAGMAKERS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2SOLARCITY CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3AC & A LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7PACKAGING CORPORATIO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4MONARCH BRANDS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7SIGMA ENGINEERED SOL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12Precious Metal Refin…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 19
Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 19 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.

Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. ranks #5,264 at $29,957 current penalty.

How Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. Compares

Precious Metal Refining Services, INC.'s 9.50 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

2

First Inspection

2012-02-28

Last Inspection

2013-02-06

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

9.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$14,979

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 9.5 violations per visit. That's $14,979 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

14

Serious

73.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

5.3% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

21.1% 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

$40,910

Current Penalty Amount

$29,957

Penalty Reduction

26.8%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $10,953 from the initial assessment of $40,910. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 19 8.0
Total Penalty $29,957 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $14,979 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Precious Metal Refining Services, INC., both outside IL so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($29,957 here).

Cougar Pallet INC $29,944 TX Van Linda Iron Works, INC. $29,973 FL R.H. Sheppard Company, Incorporated $29,939 PA Cardinal Container a Division of Stronghaven $29,934 OH

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Port Jervis Laboratories, INC. 2 insp. Port Jervis, NY Magnesita Refractories 2 insp. York, PA Accutron INC. 2 insp. Windsor, CT West Fraser Wood Products, INC. 2 insp. Henderson, TX

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Time Manufacturing
Woodway, TX
0 inspections $0
Super Seam
Los Angeles, CA
0 inspections $0
Cougar Pallet INC
Houston, TX
5 inspections $29,944
Van Linda Iron Works, INC.
Lake Worth, FL
2 inspections $29,973
R.H. Sheppard Company, Incorporated
Hanover, PA
4 inspections $29,939

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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 Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Precious Metal Refining Services, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 19 violations across 2 inspections, including 14 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 Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. have? ▼
Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. has 19 OSHA violations on record, including 14 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $29,957.
How many OSHA inspections has Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. had? ▼
Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-02-28 and the most recent on 2013-02-06. This averages 9.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Precious Metal Refining Services, INC.? ▼
Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. has been assessed $29,957 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $40,910 (a 26.8% reduction).
Does Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. has 14 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 Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. operate in? ▼
Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 331492). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Precious Metal Refining Services, INC. ranks #10,577 (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 Precious Metal Refining Services, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Precious Metal Refining Services, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $29,957 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.9x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Time Manufacturing in Woodway, TX is a similar manufacturing employer with $0 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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