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Strong Structural Steel, LTD

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Strong Structural Steel, LTD ranks #14,678 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 3 violations across 1 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty100% serious
$23,282
OSHA penalties
3
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
#14,678
of 99,447 penalized employers

Strong Structural Steel, LTD in Pharr, TX has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $23,282. The employer also has 1 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) case on record, covering Fair Labor Standards Act enforcement. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Strong Structural Steel, LTD once. These inspections resulted in 3 violations, averaging 3.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #14,678 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 3 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 (0.4x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $43,750 in back wages owed to 13 affected workers. For comparison, Universal Stamping INC in Benton Harbor, MI is another manufacturing employer with 8 OSHA inspections on record and $67,000 in current penalties.

3.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#14,678
of 99,447 penalized employers
$43,750
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

F 38/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 3 violations across 1 OSHA inspection (3.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • F Wage & hour compliance: $44K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($44K per case), vs. national p10 $2K (best) / p90 $58K (worst) among 91,622 employers with a WHD case on file.
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How Strong Structural Steel, LTD compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Strong Structural Steel, LTD runs moderately above peers (1.5x 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

$23,282 Bottom 15% least affordable more affordable than 15% 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 Strong Structural Steel, LTD.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both0.91.011.01.105.511.016.522.1OSHA inspectionsViolations citedLOUISIANA RICE MILL, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4CLEAR EDGE FILTRATION, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1PROCRAFT CABINETRY, …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 21TRIUMPH FOODS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0STEELFAB, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3DISCOVER GRANITE & M…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 18GRANITE PALACE TOPS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 9FREEDOM SMOKE USA, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3LORTON STONE, LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0MCSWAIN METAL FABRIC…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 6CARGILL MEAT SOLUTIONS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4HASA, INC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0MINDA SUPPLY COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3AMERICAN STRUCTURES,…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5SEAWARD SERVICES, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1EURO MARBLE & GRANITE, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4READY SEAFOOD COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2FUTURE HOME TECHNOLO…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1MERIT TECHNOLOGIES W…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1STONE CASTLE RECYCLING, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0Strong Structural St…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3
Strong Structural Steel, LTD has 1 OSHA inspection on record and 3 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.

Strong Structural Steel, LTD in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Strong Structural Steel, LTD ranks #7,174 at $23,282 current penalty. On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, Strong Structural Steel, LTD ranks #765 among 4,429 Manufacturing employers with WHD recoveries ($43,750).

Combined federal exposure here: $23,282 OSHA penalties plus $43,750 WHD back wages (65.3% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Strong Structural Steel, LTD Compares

Strong Structural Steel, LTD's 3.00 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 moderately above peers (1.5x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2018-07-09

Last Inspection

2018-07-09

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$23,282

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 3.0 violations per visit. That's $23,282 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

3

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

$23,282

Current Penalty Amount

$23,282

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$67,032

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$43,750
Employees Affected
13
WHD Violations
13
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$3,365
Avg Back Wages per CaseAbove average
$43,750

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Strong Structural Steel, LTD owed $43,750 in back wages to 13 employees across 1 case and 13 violations. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Strong Structural Steel, LTD compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Strong Structural Steel, LTD Industry Avg
Inspections 1 2.6
Violations 3 8.0
Total Penalty $23,282 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $23,282 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Strong Structural Steel, LTD, both outside TX so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($23,282 here).

Fabricated Steel Products, INC $23,283 LA Superior Trailers of Georgia, INC. $23,280 GA Tyson Foods, INC. $23,278 AR Garelick Farms, LLC $23,286 MA

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (1 inspections here).

Louisiana Rice Mill 1 insp. Crowley, LA Clear Edge Filtration 1 insp. Tulsa, OK Procraft Cabinetry, INC 1 insp. Nashville, TN Triumph Foods 1 insp. Saint Joseph, MO

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Shaw's Southern Belle Frozen Foods, INC.
Jacksonville, FL
11 inspections $67,041
Arcelormittal Georgetown INC
Georgetown, SC
7 inspections $67,011
Johnson Controls
Norman, OK
1 inspections $7,344
Universal Stamping INC
Benton Harbor, MI
8 inspections $67,000
Dixie Industrial Finishing CO., INC.
Tucker, GA
4 inspections $67,000

Compare Strong Structural Steel, LTD vs Shaw's Southern Belle Frozen Foods, INC. side-by-side →

What to do with this record

Use Strong Structural Steel, LTD's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Strong Structural Steel, LTD against Shaw's Southern Belle Frozen Foods, INC., a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Strong Structural Steel, LTD's inspection and penalty record is typical for Manufacturing or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Manufacturing sector
  • Strong Structural Steel, LTD also carries $43,750 in Wage and Hour Division back-wages, a separate enforcement track from OSHA safety violations. How wage-theft enforcement works

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 Strong Structural Steel, LTD safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Strong Structural Steel, LTD's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 3 violations across 1 inspections, including 3 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 Strong Structural Steel, LTD have? ▼
Strong Structural Steel, LTD has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 3 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $23,282.
How many OSHA inspections has Strong Structural Steel, LTD had? ▼
Strong Structural Steel, LTD has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2018-07-09 and the most recent on 2018-07-09. This averages 3.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Strong Structural Steel, LTD? ▼
Strong Structural Steel, LTD has been assessed $23,282 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $43,750 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Strong Structural Steel, LTD have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Strong Structural Steel, LTD has 3 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.
Has Strong Structural Steel, LTD been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Strong Structural Steel, LTD, resulting in $43,750 in back wages owed to 13 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Strong Structural Steel, LTD operate in? ▼
Strong Structural Steel, LTD operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332312). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Strong Structural Steel, LTD owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Strong Structural Steel, LTD owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $43,750 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Strong Structural Steel, LTD rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Strong Structural Steel, LTD ranks #14,678 (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 Strong Structural Steel, LTD's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Strong Structural Steel, LTD's total OSHA penalty of $23,282 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.5x the average). The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Universal Stamping INC in Benton Harbor, MI is a similar manufacturing employer with $67,000 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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