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United Panel Corporation

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), United Panel Corporation has a mixed safety record: 3 violations across 4 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$2,584
OSHA penalties
3
Violations cited
4
OSHA inspections
$557
Back wages owed

United Panel Corporation in Cartersville, GA has been the subject of 4 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $2,584. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 6 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected United Panel Corporation 4 times over 5 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 3 violations, averaging 0.8 per inspection, on the lighter side. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half 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 above peers (1.6x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $557 in back wages owed to 6 affected workers. For comparison, Steep Leaf Lounge in Flagstaff, AZ is another manufacturing employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

0.8
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
28%
of penalized employers rank lower
$557
in back wages recovered

How United Panel Corporation compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows United Panel Corporation runs well below peers (0.17x 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

$2,584 Top 28% most affordable more affordable than 72% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 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

What the Data Says About United Panel Corporation

The federal enforcement record for United Panel Corporation in Cartersville, GA includes 4 OSHA inspections and 3 violations, translating to 0.75 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 3 (100.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $4,860 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $2,584 - a 46.8% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $646. Against the Manufacturing industry average of $15,410 per employer, this record runs well below peers (0.17x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $557 in back wages owed to 6 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2010-04-27 to 2015-04-03, a window of roughly 5 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

4

First Inspection

2010-04-27

Last Inspection

2015-04-03

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.8

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$646

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,092

What this shows 4 inspections over 5 years, averaging 0.8 violations per visit. That's $646 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,092.

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

$4,860

Current Penalty Amount

$2,584

Penalty Reduction

46.8%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$3,141

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $2,276 from the initial assessment of $4,860. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$557
Employees Affected
6
WHD Violations
6
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$93
Avg Back Wages per Case
$557

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that United Panel Corporation owed $557 in back wages to 6 employees across 1 case and 6 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 United Panel Corporation compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 45,665 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric United Panel Corporation Industry Avg
Inspections 4 2.5
Violations 3 7.8
Total Penalty $2,584 $15,410
Avg Penalty per Inspection $646 $6,092
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is United Panel Corporation safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, United Panel Corporation's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 3 violations across 4 inspections, including 3 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 United Panel Corporation have? ▼
United Panel Corporation has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 3 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,584.
How many OSHA inspections has United Panel Corporation had? ▼
United Panel Corporation has had 4 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-04-27 and the most recent on 2015-04-03. This averages 0.8 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for United Panel Corporation? ▼
United Panel Corporation has been assessed $2,584 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $4,860 (a 46.8% reduction). Additionally, $557 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does United Panel Corporation have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. United Panel Corporation 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 United Panel Corporation been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against United Panel Corporation, resulting in $557 in back wages owed to 6 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does United Panel Corporation operate in? ▼
United Panel Corporation operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 332312). This industry has 45,665 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,522 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if United Panel Corporation owes me wages? ▼
If you believe United Panel Corporation 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 $557 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does United Panel Corporation's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
United Panel Corporation's total OSHA penalty of $2,584 is below the Manufacturing industry average of $15,410 per employer. The employer has 4 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.5 per employer. For a direct comparison, Steep Leaf Lounge in Flagstaff, AZ is a similar manufacturing employer with $0 in current penalties.

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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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