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Manufacturing · Telford, PA

Stairworks, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Stairworks, INC. ranks #26,201 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 17 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty94% serious
$13,846
OSHA penalties
17
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#26,201
of 99,447 penalized employers

Stairworks, INC. in Telford, PA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 17 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $13,846. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Stairworks, INC. 2 times across a longer 7-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 17 violations, averaging 8.5 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #26,201 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 16 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, Great Lakes Packaging Corporation in Germantown, WI is another manufacturing employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $13,845 in current penalties.

8.5
violations per inspection
94.1%
of violations were serious
#26,201
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 17 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (8.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Stairworks, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Stairworks, INC. sits roughly in line with peers (0.9x 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

$13,846 Bottom 26% least affordable more affordable than 26% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Stairworks, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.0022.344.566.889.0OSHA inspectionsViolations citedGOODMAN MANUFACTURIN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 85EAST ALABAMA LUMBER …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20CUSTOM NONWOVEN, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 24SEATEX, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11CORE & MAIN LP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13BLUE DOLPHIN ENERGY …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16CORE PLASTECH INTERN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 25PILGRIM'S PRIDE CORP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18CONCRETE SPECIALTIES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7HUCKLEBERRY ROASTERS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10W.Y. INDUSTRIES INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11AMERICAN STITCHCO, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7SINTON DAIRY FOODS C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17MASTERACK, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5G.P.R. COMPANY, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 30JUNK STAR LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12DIAMOND WIPES INTERN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4AMERICAN FUEL CELLS …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5SARITA'S TORTILLA FA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12HELMARK STEEL, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 31Stairworks, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17
Stairworks, INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 17 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.

Stairworks, INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Stairworks, INC. ranks #12,249 at $13,846 current penalty.

How Stairworks, INC. Compares

Stairworks, INC.'s 8.50 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 sits roughly in line with peers (0.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2017-11-09

Last Inspection

2024-09-23

Inspection Span

7 yrs

Violations / Inspection

8.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$6,923

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 2 inspections over 7 years, averaging 8.5 violations per visit. That's $6,923 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

16

Serious

94.1% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

5.9% 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

$21,210

Current Penalty Amount

$13,846

Penalty Reduction

34.7%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $7,364 from the initial assessment of $21,210. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

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

Metric Stairworks, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.6
Violations 17 8.0
Total Penalty $13,846 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $6,923 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Stairworks, INC., both outside PA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($13,846 here).

Cab Signs INC. $13,846 NY Great Lakes Packaging Corporation $13,845 WI Castings, INC $13,844 CO Archer Forest Products, LLC $13,850 GA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Goodman Manufacturing Company, L.P. 2 insp. Houston, TX East Alabama Lumber Company, INC. 2 insp. Lafayette, AL Custom Nonwoven, INC 2 insp. New Albany, MS Seatex, LLC 2 insp. Rosenberg, TX

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Cab Signs INC.
Brooklyn, NY
2 inspections $13,846
Louisiana Rice Mill
Crowley, LA
1 inspections $6,534
Dura-Bond Coating, INC.
Duquesne, PA
5 inspections $13,845
Great Lakes Packaging Corporation
Germantown, WI
3 inspections $13,845
Castings, INC
Grand Junction, CO
2 inspections $13,844

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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 Stairworks, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Stairworks, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 17 violations across 2 inspections, including 16 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 Stairworks, INC. have? ▼
Stairworks, INC. has 17 OSHA violations on record, including 16 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $13,846.
How many OSHA inspections has Stairworks, INC. had? ▼
Stairworks, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2017-11-09 and the most recent on 2024-09-23. This averages 8.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Stairworks, INC.? ▼
Stairworks, INC. has been assessed $13,846 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $21,210 (a 34.7% reduction).
Does Stairworks, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Stairworks, INC. has 16 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 Stairworks, INC. operate in? ▼
Stairworks, INC. operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 321918). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Stairworks, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Stairworks, INC. ranks #26,201 (the upper 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 Stairworks, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Stairworks, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $13,846 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, Great Lakes Packaging Corporation in Germantown, WI is a similar manufacturing employer with $13,845 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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