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Springco Metal Coating INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Springco Metal Coating INC. ranks #13,437 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 12 violations across 5 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty58% serious
$24,985
OSHA penalties
12
Violations cited
5
OSHA inspections
#13,437
of 99,447 penalized employers

Springco Metal Coating INC. in Cleveland, OH has been the subject of 5 OSHA workplace inspections and 12 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $24,985. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Springco Metal Coating INC. 5 times over 7 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 12 violations, averaging 2.4 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #13,437 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 Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.9x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Stone and Steel in Tempe, AZ is another manufacturing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

2.4
violations per inspection
58.3%
of violations were serious
#13,437
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

D 55/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 12 violations across 5 OSHA inspections (2.4 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Springco Metal Coating INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Springco Metal Coating INC. runs moderately above peers (1.6x 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

$24,985 Bottom 14% least affordable more affordable than 14% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Springco Metal Coating INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both5.05.055.05.0014.729.444.158.8OSHA inspectionsViolations citedPINNACLE FOODS GROUP…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 56IVC US, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17BERRIDGE MANUFACTURI…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 19ENGINEERING SERVICES…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 12PEPSI MIDAMERICA CO., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 24SHIOCTON CUT STOCK LLC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 28PROFORM POWDERED MET…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 14EASTERN WIRE PRODUCT…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 18LORNAMEAD, INC., OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 6ERICKSON INTERNATION…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 17BRADY ENTERPRISES IN…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 7AMERICAN INDUSTRIAL …, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 8GENERAL DOORS CORPOR…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 6CERRO FLOW PRODUCTS,…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 3MONDI BAGS USA, LLC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 7MASTER MILLWORK, LLC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 2BASF CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 1ENVIROFOCUS TECHNOLO…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 44THE PALLET PLACE, LLC, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 29NUTRITION SERVICES, …, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 39Springco Metal Coati…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 12
Springco Metal Coating INC. has 5 OSHA inspections on record and 12 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.

Springco Metal Coating INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Springco Metal Coating INC. ranks #6,571 at $24,985 current penalty.

How Springco Metal Coating INC. Compares

Springco Metal Coating INC.'s 2.40 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 (1.6x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

5

First Inspection

2011-01-27

Last Inspection

2018-06-20

Inspection Span

7 yrs

Violations / Inspection

2.4

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$4,997

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 5 inspections over 7 years, averaging 2.4 violations per visit. That's $4,997 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

7

Serious

58.3% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

2

Repeat

16.7% of total

3

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

$45,248

Current Penalty Amount

$24,985

Penalty Reduction

44.8%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $20,263 from the initial assessment of $45,248. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

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

Metric Springco Metal Coating INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 5 2.6
Violations 12 8.0
Total Penalty $24,985 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $4,997 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

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

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($24,985 here).

Tindall Corporation $24,979 GA The Tapco Tube Company $24,978 MO Manufacturer's Pallet and Disposal, INC. $24,978 WI McCain Foods USA, INC. $24,975 WI

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (5 inspections here).

Pinnacle Foods Group, LLC 5 insp. Fayetteville, AR Ivc US, INC. 5 insp. Dalton, GA Berridge Manufacturing Company 5 insp. Seguin, TX Engineering Services and Products Company 5 insp. Dyersville, IA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Stone and Steel
Tempe, AZ
0 inspections $0
American Safety & First Aid
Osceola, IN
0 inspections $0
Tindall Corporation
Conley, GA
5 inspections $24,979
The Tapco Tube Company
Kansas City, MO
2 inspections $24,978
Manufacturer's Pallet and Disposal, INC.
Waupaca, WI
3 inspections $24,978

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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 Springco Metal Coating INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Springco Metal Coating INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 12 violations across 5 inspections, including 7 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 Springco Metal Coating INC. have? ▼
Springco Metal Coating INC. has 12 OSHA violations on record, including 7 serious, 0 willful, and 2 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $24,985.
How many OSHA inspections has Springco Metal Coating INC. had? ▼
Springco Metal Coating INC. has had 5 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-01-27 and the most recent on 2018-06-20. This averages 2.4 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Springco Metal Coating INC.? ▼
Springco Metal Coating INC. has been assessed $24,985 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $45,248 (a 44.8% reduction).
Does Springco Metal Coating INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Springco Metal Coating INC. has 7 serious violations, and 2 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 Springco Metal Coating INC. operate in? ▼
Springco Metal Coating INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332812). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Springco Metal Coating INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Springco Metal Coating INC. ranks #13,437 (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 Springco Metal Coating INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Springco Metal Coating INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $24,985 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.6x the average). The employer has 5 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Stone and Steel in Tempe, AZ 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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