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ST Paul Brass Foundry Company

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), ST Paul Brass Foundry Company ranks #74,932 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 5 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$2,170
OSHA penalties
5
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#74,932
of 99,447 penalized employers

ST Paul Brass Foundry Company in ST Paul, MN has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 5 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $2,170. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected ST Paul Brass Foundry Company 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 5 violations, averaging 2.5 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #74,932 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 5 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, SKW Industries, LLC DBA Progressive Coating in Chicago, IL is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $2,173 in current penalties.

2.5
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#74,932
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

D 54/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 5 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (2.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How ST Paul Brass Foundry Company compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows ST Paul Brass Foundry Company runs well below peers (0.14x 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

$2,170 Top 25% most affordable more affordable than 75% 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 ST Paul Brass Foundry Company.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.0017.134.151.268.2OSHA inspectionsViolations citedSTEEL BUILDING COMPO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20ROSS CASTING & INNOV…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20POWER STOP, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14VALENT AEROSTRUCTURE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1MATERIAL CONTROL SYS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1BMW MANUFACTURING CO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 43STRUCTURAL WOOD SYST…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 22MAURER AND SHEPHERD,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 65DAC AEROSOL & LIQUID…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 39MIDDLETON MEMORIALS …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20WALLACE SILVERSMITHS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24OLD D'S APPAREL INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14ESTERLINE DEFENSE TE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5LITHION BATTERY INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4CST INDUSTRIES, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 37SUNSET PRINTING & EN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10RIMCO PLASTICS CORP., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12MULLICAN FLOORING LP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6INTERCONTINENTAL ENG…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5ASTRO PLASTIC CONTAI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11ST Paul Brass Foundr…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5
ST Paul Brass Foundry Company has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 5 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.

ST Paul Brass Foundry Company in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

In Manufacturing, ST Paul Brass Foundry Company sits at penalty rank #29,267 of 35,243 penalized establishments ($2,170 assessed).

How ST Paul Brass Foundry Company Compares

ST Paul Brass Foundry Company's 2.50 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 (0.14x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2012-05-01

Last Inspection

2012-05-01

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,085

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 2.5 violations per visit. That's $1,085 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

5

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

$3,100

Current Penalty Amount

$2,170

Penalty Reduction

30.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $930 from the initial assessment of $3,100. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How ST Paul Brass Foundry Company compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric ST Paul Brass Foundry Company Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 5 8.0
Total Penalty $2,170 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,085 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for ST Paul Brass Foundry Company, both outside MN so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($2,170 here).

Basin Marine, INC. $2,168 CA SKW Industries, LLC DBA Progressive Coating $2,173 IL Equipment Innovators, INC. $2,173 GA American Concrete Industries, INC. $2,173 FL

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Steel Building Components, LLC 2 insp. Edison, NJ Ross Casting & Innovation, LLC 2 insp. Sidney, OH Power Stop, LLC 2 insp. MC Cook, IL Valent Aerostructures, LLC 2 insp. Fredonia, KS

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Qualtek Manufacturing
Colorado Springs, CO
1 inspections $0
Basin Marine, INC.
Newport Beach, CA
3 inspections $2,168
Mainstream Heating and Cooling
Clarksville, TN
0 inspections $0
SKW Industries, LLC DBA Progressive Coating
Chicago, IL
2 inspections $2,173
Equipment Innovators, INC.
Marietta, GA
2 inspections $2,173

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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 ST Paul Brass Foundry Company safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, ST Paul Brass Foundry Company's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 5 violations across 2 inspections, including 5 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 ST Paul Brass Foundry Company have? ▼
ST Paul Brass Foundry Company has 5 OSHA violations on record, including 5 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,170.
How many OSHA inspections has ST Paul Brass Foundry Company had? ▼
ST Paul Brass Foundry Company has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-05-01 and the most recent on 2012-05-01. This averages 2.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for ST Paul Brass Foundry Company? ▼
ST Paul Brass Foundry Company has been assessed $2,170 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $3,100 (a 30.0% reduction).
Does ST Paul Brass Foundry Company have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. ST Paul Brass Foundry Company has 5 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 ST Paul Brass Foundry Company operate in? ▼
ST Paul Brass Foundry Company operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 331525). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does ST Paul Brass Foundry Company rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, ST Paul Brass Foundry Company ranks #74,932 (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 ST Paul Brass Foundry Company's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
ST Paul Brass Foundry Company's total OSHA penalty of $2,170 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, SKW Industries, LLC DBA Progressive Coating in Chicago, IL is a similar manufacturing employer with $2,173 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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