Reporting Period: October 2024 – September 2025
Executive Summary
During the specified period, Federal OSHA issued 251 citations across 65 inspections, resulting in $1,651,334 in penalties. The manufacturing sector—specifically Chemical and Food manufacturing—accounts for the vast majority of enforcement activity.
Top Industries by Penalty Amount
While citation counts indicate frequency, the penalty amounts often reflect the severity of the hazards found.
| Industry Classification | Citations | Inspections | Total Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Manufacturing (325) | 92 | 18 | $538,953 |
| Food Manufacturing (311) | 40 | 16 | $257,100 |
| Plastics & Rubber Products (326) | 33 | 3 | $255,627 |
| Petroleum & Coal Products (324) | 12 | 8 | $150,357 |
| Fabricated Metal Products (332) | 22 | 3 | $125,102 |
Key Data Insights
- Highest Risk Sector: Chemical Manufacturing (325) is the most cited industry, representing roughly 36% of all citations issued and 32% of total penalties.
- High Severity per Inspection: Plastics and Rubber Products (326) shows a significant risk profile; with only 3 inspections, they incurred $255,627 in penalties—averaging over $85,000 per inspection.
- Widespread Enforcement: Citations were not limited to heavy industry; they extended into Nonstore Retailers ($28,914) and even Sporting Goods/Book Stores ($1,843), though at much lower frequencies.
Penalty Distribution by Industry Type
- Primary Drivers (>$100k): Chemical, Food, Plastics, Petroleum, and Fabricated Metal.
- Secondary Drivers ($30k – $90k): Warehousing, Repair & Maintenance, Merchant Wholesalers (Nondurable), and Oil/Gas Extraction.
- Minor Drivers (<$20k): Specialty Trade Contractors, Food/Beverage Stores, and Retail (Sporting Goods/Books).
Note: Penalties shown reflect current amounts as of the report date rather than initial assessments. Data is restricted to Federal OSHA citations only.
Source: Gemini Plus was used to analyze the OSHA data to generate this summary