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Refractory Coating Technologies, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. ranks #34,287 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 4 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty100% serious
$10,211
OSHA penalties
4
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#34,287
of 99,447 penalized employers

Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. in Orrville, OH has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 4 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $10,211. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 4 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #34,287 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 4 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, Erie Bronze & Aluminum Company in Erie, PA is another manufacturing employer with 4 OSHA inspections on record and $10,214 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#34,287
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

D 61/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 4 violations across 2 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 Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. runs moderately below peers (0.6x 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

$10,211 Bottom 34% least affordable more affordable than 34% 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 Refractory Coating Technologies, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.02.16.811.516.220.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedEAST WEST SEAFOOD'S,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18BLUE CUBE OPERATIONS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8LYONDELL BASELL, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5PRIME CONVERTING COR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7AUTANA COMPOSITES, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12AIR-FLO MFG. CO. INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11BRAYMAN PRECAST, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 19FREDERICK GOLDMAN INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15NORTHWEST CONFECTION…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12PRECISION COMPACTED …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13CITGO PETROLEUM CORP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4ATHA INTERIOR TRIM, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20BRAMLI USA, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9ATKORE INTERNATIONAL, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8BIMBO QSR COLORADO, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5KENT FOUNDRY COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15OLDS PRODUCTS CO. OF…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8PRIMROSE CANDY COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6OAK HILL VENEER, INC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12KIK(VIRGINIA) LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3Refractory Coating T…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4
Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 4 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.

Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. ranks #15,522 at $10,211 current penalty.

How Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. Compares

Refractory Coating Technologies, 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 below peers (0.6x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2016-07-28

Last Inspection

2017-03-17

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$5,106

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $5,106 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

4

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

$13,165

Current Penalty Amount

$10,211

Penalty Reduction

22.4%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $2,954 from the initial assessment of $13,165. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 4 8.0
Total Penalty $10,211 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $5,106 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Refractory Coating Technologies, INC., both outside OH so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($10,211 here).

Walkers Food Products CO $10,210 MO Erie Bronze & Aluminum Company $10,214 PA Filter King, LLC $10,215 FL Cole Pallet Company LLC $10,215 TN

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

East West Seafood's, LLC 2 insp. Seattle, WA Blue Cube Operations LLC 2 insp. Freeport, TX Lyondell Basell 2 insp. LA Porte, TX Prime Converting Corporation 2 insp. Rancho Cucamonga, CA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Walkers Food Products CO
Kansas City, MO
2 inspections $10,210
Erie Bronze & Aluminum Company
Erie, PA
4 inspections $10,214
Filter King, LLC
Miami, FL
2 inspections $10,215
Cole Pallet Company LLC
Camden, TN
4 inspections $10,215
Typhan-Omni, LLC
Phoenix, AZ
5 inspections $10,205

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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 Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Refractory Coating Technologies, INC.'s workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 4 violations across 2 inspections, including 4 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 Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. have? ▼
Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. has 4 OSHA violations on record, including 4 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $10,211.
How many OSHA inspections has Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. had? ▼
Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2016-07-28 and the most recent on 2017-03-17. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Refractory Coating Technologies, INC.? ▼
Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. has been assessed $10,211 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $13,165 (a 22.4% reduction).
Does Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. has 4 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 Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. operate in? ▼
Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 325520). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Refractory Coating Technologies, INC. ranks #34,287 (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 Refractory Coating Technologies, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Refractory Coating Technologies, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $10,211 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, Erie Bronze & Aluminum Company in Erie, PA is a similar manufacturing employer with $10,214 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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