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Retail Trade · Guilderland Center, NY

Sherman Specailty

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Sherman Specailty ranks #12,350 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 10 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty70% serious
$26,620
OSHA penalties
10
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#12,350
of 99,447 penalized employers

Sherman Specailty in Guilderland Center, NY 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: $26,620. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Sherman Specailty 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. 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 #12,350 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 7 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Retail Trade industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (2.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Bobablastic in Vancouver, WA is another retail trade employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

5.0
violations per inspection
70.0%
of violations were serious
#12,350
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 Sherman Specailty compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Retail Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Sherman Specailty runs far above peers (9.2x 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

$26,620 Bottom 12% least affordable more affordable than 12% 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 Retail Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Sherman Specailty.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.004.28.412.616.8OSHA inspectionsViolations citedPUBLIX SUPERMARKETS,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16DOLLAR TREE STORES, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4PROGRESO LMMM SAN AN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4GOLD BOND BUILDING P…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6WALTER E. SMITHE FUR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9MCGUIRE CHEVROLET PO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9BEST TIRES OF RALEIG…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5LIVWELL MICHIGAN LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4BIG LOTS 1932, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3HI LITE FRESH MARKET, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2BODEGA LATINA CORPOR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3PELHAM PLATE GLASS, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1JAMES W SMITH ENTERP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9PLAN 9 MUSIC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4JC PENNEY 2865, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1WALMART STORE #1719, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0DOLGENCORP, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0FAMILY DOLLAR STORES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0WAL-MART STORES, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0WALMART STORE #1936, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0Sherman Specailty, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10
Sherman Specailty has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 10 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Retail Trade peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Sherman Specailty in the Retail Trade enforcement ledger

In Retail Trade, Sherman Specailty sits at penalty rank #286 of 3,175 penalized establishments ($26,620 assessed).

How Sherman Specailty Compares

Sherman Specailty's 5.00 violations per inspection compares to the Retail Trade sector average of 1.7 violations per employer.

Against the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs far above peers (9.2x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2017-07-03

Last Inspection

2018-02-13

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

5.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$13,310

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,571

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 5.0 violations per visit. That's $13,310 per inspection vs. the Retail Trade average of $3,571.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

7

Serious

70.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

3

Other-Than-Serious

30.0% 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

$53,238

Current Penalty Amount

$26,620

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $26,618 from the initial assessment of $53,238. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Retail Trade

How Sherman Specailty compares to the Retail Trade sector, which has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Sherman Specailty Industry Avg
Inspections 2 0.8
Violations 10 1.7
Total Penalty $26,620 $2,898
Avg Penalty per Inspection $13,310 $3,571
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Nationwide Retail Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Sherman Specailty, both outside NY so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($26,620 here).

Smith's Food and Drug Center #392 $26,620 NV Oki Furniture Fair, INC. $26,667 OH Home Station Auto, LLC. $26,670 PA Kups, INC. $26,518 CT

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Publix Supermarkets, INC. 2 insp. Jacksonville, FL Dollar Tree Stores, INC. 2 insp. Grafton, WI Progreso LMMM San Antonio #10, LLC 2 insp. San Antonio, TX Gold Bond Building Products, LLC 2 insp. Richmond, CA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Retail Trade

Showing 5 of 12944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Smith's Food and Drug Center #392
Dayton, NV
2 inspections $26,620
Iavarone Bros. Supermarket (New Hyde Park)
New Hyde Park, NY
0 inspections $0
Jessica 2558 Inc. - Valero Food Mart
Wappingers Falls, NY
0 inspections $0
Purple Haze Smoke Shop
Garland, TX
0 inspections $0
Bobablastic
Vancouver, WA
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Sherman Specailty'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 Sherman Specailty safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Sherman Specailty's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 10 violations across 2 inspections, including 7 serious violations. Compared to Retail Trade industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Sherman Specailty have? ▼
Sherman Specailty has 10 OSHA violations on record, including 7 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $26,620.
How many OSHA inspections has Sherman Specailty had? ▼
Sherman Specailty has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2017-07-03 and the most recent on 2018-02-13. This averages 5.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Sherman Specailty? ▼
Sherman Specailty has been assessed $26,620 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $53,238 (a 50.0% reduction).
Does Sherman Specailty have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Sherman Specailty has 7 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 Sherman Specailty operate in? ▼
Sherman Specailty operates in the Retail Trade sector (NAICS code 454113). This industry has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 10,505 total OSHA inspections and $37.51M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Sherman Specailty rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Sherman Specailty ranks #12,350 (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 Sherman Specailty's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Sherman Specailty's total OSHA penalty of $26,620 is above the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer (9.2x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Bobablastic in Vancouver, WA is a similar retail trade 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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