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Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. ranks #13,538 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 28 violations across 3 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty86% serious
$24,833
OSHA penalties
28
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#13,538
of 99,447 penalized employers

Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. in Vincent, AL has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 28 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $24,833. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. 3 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 28 violations, averaging 9.3 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #13,538 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 24 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.2x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Forever 21 Logistics LLC in Los Angeles, CA is another manufacturing employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $24,830 in current penalties.

9.3
violations per inspection
85.7%
of violations were serious
#13,538
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 28 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (9.3 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Vandiver Steel Fabrication, 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

$24,833 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 Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.0012.324.636.949.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedPUKALL LUMBER COMPAN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 40WILBERT, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 27H.B. FULLER COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8AJM PACKAGING CORPOR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7RIGHTWAY MANUFACTURI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2PERFORMANCE FEEDERS,…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 30DIERZEN TRAILER CO., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7GC PALLET AND STORAG…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 18SUPREME OIL CENTRAL …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 47WASHBURN & DOUGHTY A…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13J.S.B. INDUSTRIES, I…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7INTERCERAMIC INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10LUMBER AND THINGS, I…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6BAKE ONE, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14MACO MANUFACTURING, …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12TYSON FOODS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8MARCO FINE ARTS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13NSI INDUSTRIES, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15CAROLINA PRIDE, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 18DEKALB TOOL & DIE, INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17Vandiver Steel Fabri…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 28
Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 28 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.

Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Among 35,243 Manufacturing employers with OSHA penalties on file, Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. ranks #6,622 at $24,833 current penalty.

How Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. Compares

Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC.'s 9.33 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

3

First Inspection

2014-03-17

Last Inspection

2016-05-13

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

9.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$8,278

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 3 inspections over 2 years, averaging 9.3 violations per visit. That's $8,278 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

24

Serious

85.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

14.3% 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

$31,868

Current Penalty Amount

$24,833

Penalty Reduction

22.1%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $7,035 from the initial assessment of $31,868. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

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

Metric Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 28 8.0
Total Penalty $24,833 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $8,278 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC., both outside AL so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($24,833 here).

Lloyd Industries, INC. $24,834 FL Q&B Foods INC. $24,835 CA Forever 21 Logistics LLC $24,830 CA Ocean Spray Cranberries, INC. $24,825 WI

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (3 inspections here).

Pukall Lumber Company, INC. 3 insp. Arbor Vitae, WI Wilbert, INC. 3 insp. Bellevue, OH H.B. Fuller Company 3 insp. Frankfort, IL Ajm Packaging Corporation 3 insp. El Cajon, CA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Lloyd Industries, INC.
Orange Park, FL
4 inspections $24,834
Q&B Foods INC.
Irwindale, CA
3 inspections $24,835
Forever 21 Logistics LLC
Los Angeles, CA
2 inspections $24,830
Lockheed Martin Government Services, Inc.
Dublin, CA
0 inspections $0
Ocean Spray Cranberries, INC.
Kenosha, WI
2 inspections $24,825

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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 Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 28 violations across 3 inspections, including 24 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 Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. have? ▼
Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. has 28 OSHA violations on record, including 24 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $24,833.
How many OSHA inspections has Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. had? ▼
Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-03-17 and the most recent on 2016-05-13. This averages 9.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC.? ▼
Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. has been assessed $24,833 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $31,868 (a 22.1% reduction).
Does Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. has 24 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 Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. operate in? ▼
Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. 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.
Where does Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC. ranks #13,538 (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 Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Vandiver Steel Fabrication, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $24,833 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (1.6x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Forever 21 Logistics LLC in Los Angeles, CA is a similar manufacturing employer with $24,830 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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