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Reliable Hydraulics INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Reliable Hydraulics INC. ranks #23,219 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 20 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty75% serious
$15,538
OSHA penalties
20
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#23,219
of 99,447 penalized employers

Reliable Hydraulics INC. in Smyrna, GA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 20 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $15,538. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Reliable Hydraulics INC. 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections turned up 20 violations, averaging 10.0 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #23,219 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 15 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Other Services industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.6x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Sheffield Barbers in Richland, MO is another other services employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

10.0
violations per inspection
75.0%
of violations were serious
#23,219
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 20 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (10.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Reliable Hydraulics INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Other Services per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Reliable Hydraulics INC. runs far above peers (5.1x 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

$15,538 Bottom 23% least affordable more affordable than 23% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Other Services employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Reliable Hydraulics INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.05.310.515.720.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedTURNER INDUSTRIES GR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4HLS HUGO'S LINEN SER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13COMMONWEALTH LUBES, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13PARK 'N FLY SERVICE …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5CASA COLLISION, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2RUBY'S AUTO BODY INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9TIDEWATER CEMETARY C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14EAST COAST REPAIR AN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3WASH HOUSE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4RHINO LININGS OF SPO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5AUTO SUNROOF OF LARC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4CAMACO PORTAGE MANUF…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1MARC 1 CAR WASH, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6REDI LUBE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7AUGUSTINE P. CENTOLA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3MASTER GARMENT CLEAN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4HUFFMAN OIL CO. INC.…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13NEPTUNE MANAGEMENT C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12WASEEM NAZIR DBA 7 D…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4VELDON'S CLEANERS INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8Reliable Hydraulics …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20
Reliable Hydraulics INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 20 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Other Services peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Reliable Hydraulics INC. in the Other Services enforcement ledger

In Other Services, Reliable Hydraulics INC. sits at penalty rank #287 of 2,361 penalized establishments ($15,538 assessed).

How Reliable Hydraulics INC. Compares

Reliable Hydraulics INC.'s 10.00 violations per inspection compares to the Other Services sector average of 3.8 violations per employer.

Against the Other Services industry average of $3,070 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs far above peers (5.1x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2012-01-10

Last Inspection

2012-01-10

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

10.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$7,769

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,499

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 10.0 violations per visit. That's $7,769 per inspection vs. the Other Services average of $2,499.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

15

Serious

75.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

5

Other-Than-Serious

25.0% 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

$37,100

Current Penalty Amount

$15,538

Penalty Reduction

58.1%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $21,562 from the initial assessment of $37,100. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Other Services

How Reliable Hydraulics INC. compares to the Other Services sector, which has 6,486 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Reliable Hydraulics INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 1.2
Violations 20 3.8
Total Penalty $15,538 $3,070
Avg Penalty per Inspection $7,769 $2,499
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Nationwide Other Services peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Reliable Hydraulics INC., both outside GA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($15,538 here).

Gerber Collision & Glass $15,505 OH Division Laundry & Cleaners, INC. $15,484 TX Accurate Automotive LLC $15,600 CO New Jersey City University $15,600 NJ

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Turner Industries Group, LLC 2 insp. Geismar, LA HLS Hugo's Linen Services 2 insp. San Leandro, CA Commonwealth Lubes, INC. DBA Jiffy Lube #328 2 insp. Richmond, VA Park 'N FLY Service CORP. 2 insp. Coppell, TX

Nearby & Similar Employers in Other Services

Showing 5 of 6485 other employers tracked in this sector.

Sheffield Barbers
Richland, MO
0 inspections $0
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Belpre, OH
0 inspections $0
Angels Touch - First Acura
Seekonk, MA
0 inspections $0
Valvoline Instant Oil Change
San Antonio, TX
0 inspections $0
Gerber Collision & Glass
Hudson, OH
2 inspections $15,505

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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 Reliable Hydraulics INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Reliable Hydraulics INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 20 violations across 2 inspections, including 15 serious violations. Compared to Other Services industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Reliable Hydraulics INC. have? ▼
Reliable Hydraulics INC. has 20 OSHA violations on record, including 15 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $15,538.
How many OSHA inspections has Reliable Hydraulics INC. had? ▼
Reliable Hydraulics INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-01-10 and the most recent on 2012-01-10. This averages 10.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Reliable Hydraulics INC.? ▼
Reliable Hydraulics INC. has been assessed $15,538 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $37,100 (a 58.1% reduction).
Does Reliable Hydraulics INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Reliable Hydraulics INC. has 15 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 Reliable Hydraulics INC. operate in? ▼
Reliable Hydraulics INC. operates in the Other Services sector (NAICS code 811198). This industry has 6,486 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 7,967 total OSHA inspections and $19.91M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Reliable Hydraulics INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Reliable Hydraulics INC. ranks #23,219 (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 Reliable Hydraulics INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Reliable Hydraulics INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $15,538 is above the Other Services industry average of $3,070 per employer (5.1x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Sheffield Barbers in Richland, MO is a similar other services 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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