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Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. ranks #60,797 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 10 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty90% serious
$4,080
OSHA penalties
10
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#60,797
of 99,447 penalized employers

Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. in Lubbock, TX has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 10 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $4,080. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. 2 times over 3 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 10 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #60,797 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 9 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, TG Missouri Corporation in Batesville, MS is another manufacturing employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $4,080 in current penalties.

5.0
violations per inspection
90.0%
of violations were serious
#60,797
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 17/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 10 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (5.0 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 Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. runs well below peers (0.26x 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

$4,080 Top 39% most affordable more affordable than 61% 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 Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.0012.625.237.850.4OSHA inspectionsViolations cited3M COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1OCEAN SASH & DOOR, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 39D & D SERVICES INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 42N & S SUPPLY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17QUALITY STONE VENEER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 48HANKINS LUMBER COMPA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12STONE ATLANTA COUNTE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12IPG, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8CELLU TISSUE CORPORA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 23EPIX TUBE CO., INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8PACUR, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10MNDUSTRIES, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21CMC POLYMERS LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17VALLEY FINE FOODS LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3ACCURATE FAB, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18ICICLE SEAFOODS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6FRESH & READY FOODS …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15JBS FIVE RIVERS CATT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7QUALITY TRAILERS ENT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22CHEMSTAR PRODUCTS CO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7Renfrow Hard Chrome …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10
Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 10 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.

Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. sits at penalty rank #24,886 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($4,080 assessed).

How Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. Compares

Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO.'s 5.00 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 (0.26x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2016-01-27

Last Inspection

2019-05-17

Inspection Span

3 yrs

Violations / Inspection

5.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,040

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 3 years, averaging 5.0 violations per visit. That's $2,040 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

9

Serious

90.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

10.0% 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

$8,800

Current Penalty Amount

$4,080

Penalty Reduction

53.6%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $4,720 from the initial assessment of $8,800. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 10 8.0
Total Penalty $4,080 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,040 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO., both outside TX so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($4,080 here).

Kitchen King, INC. $4,080 NJ JSJ Furniture Corporation, INC. $4,080 AL K & K Machine Shop, INC. $4,080 GA Precision Finishing, INC. $4,080 PA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

3m Company 2 insp. Menomonie, WI Ocean Sash & Door, INC. 2 insp. San Francisco, CA D & D Services INC 2 insp. Vernon, CA N & S Supply 2 insp. Milton, NY

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Kitchen King, INC.
Toms River, NJ
3 inspections $4,080
JSJ Furniture Corporation, INC.
Florence, AL
2 inspections $4,080
K & K Machine Shop, INC.
Villa Rica, GA
3 inspections $4,080
Precision Finishing, INC.
Sellersville, PA
2 inspections $4,080
TG Missouri Corporation
Batesville, MS
3 inspections $4,080

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What to do with this record

Use Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO.'s enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

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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 Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 10 violations across 2 inspections, including 9 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 Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. have? ▼
Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. has 10 OSHA violations on record, including 9 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $4,080.
How many OSHA inspections has Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. had? ▼
Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2016-01-27 and the most recent on 2019-05-17. This averages 5.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO.? ▼
Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. has been assessed $4,080 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $8,800 (a 53.6% reduction).
Does Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. has 9 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 Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. operate in? ▼
Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332813). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO. ranks #60,797 (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 Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Renfrow Hard Chrome Plating CO.'s total OSHA penalty of $4,080 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, TG Missouri Corporation in Batesville, MS is a similar manufacturing employer with $4,080 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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