Associated Spring - Barnes Group Safety Record
Bristol, CT · Manufacturing
Significantly elevated violation rate. This employer's safety record is among the worst on file.
Last inspected 02/11/2022
According to OSHA enforcement records, Associated Spring - Barnes Group in Bristol, Connecticut has 149 workplace safety violations across 17 inspections, with 129 classified as serious and $220,378 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations). OSHA records span 1977 to 2022.
About This Safety Record
Associated Spring - Barnes Group in Bristol, Connecticut has received an F safety grade, indicating a significantly elevated rate of workplace safety violations compared to other employers. Within the manufacturing industry, this places Associated Spring - Barnes Group among the most frequently cited employers. An F grade is assigned when an employer's weighted violation score exceeds 6.0 per inspection, factoring in the severity of each citation.
129 of the 149 violations on record are classified as serious, meaning OSHA determined they posed a risk of death or serious physical harm. The $220,378 in total penalties reflects the severity and frequency of these citations. Workers at employers with F safety grades may want to understand their rights under OSHA regulations, including the right to file a complaint about unsafe working conditions without fear of retaliation. Connecticut workers who have been injured on the job may also be eligible for workers' compensation benefits.
All-time record: 149 violations, $220,378 in penalties across 17 inspections
Violation Breakdown · Last 5 years
Repeat Violation Patterns
Top OSHA Standards Cited
Workers' Compensation in Connecticut
Workers injured on the job in Connecticut may be entitled to medical coverage, temporary & permanent disability, death benefits, vocational rehabilitation.
- Filing deadline: 1 year from injury date
- Important: Report injury to employer in writing as soon as possible
- Statute: Conn. Gen. Stat. §§ 31-275 et seq.
This is general information about workers' compensation laws in Connecticut, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for your specific situation.
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No workplace accident investigations on file for Associated Spring - Barnes Group in OSHA records.
Inspection History
| Date | Type | Location | Violations | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2022 | Planned? | Bristol, CT | 4 | $9,790 |
| 05/23/2018 | Complaint? | Bristol, CT | 1 | $7,853 |
| 05/05/2016 | Planned? | Bristol, CT | 0 | $0 |
| 08/07/2012 | Unprogrammed Other? | Bristol, CT | 0 | $0 |
| 05/15/2012 | Planned? | Bristol, CT | 39 | $97,600 |
| 09/23/2008 | Follow-Up? | Bristol, CT | 2 | $2,000 |
| 10/05/2006 | Planned? | Bristol, CT | 6 | $6,765 |
| 10/02/2006 | Planned? | Bristol, CT | 64 | $79,665 |
| 07/20/2001 | Complaint? | Bristol, CT | 20 | $12,000 |
| 04/23/1998 | Complaint? | Bristol, CT | 5 | $2,000 |
| 01/07/1998 | Complaint? | Bristol, CT | 3 | $2,405 |
| 10/22/1985 | Complaint? | Bristol, CT | 0 | $0 |
| 10/13/1978 | Follow-Up? | Bristol, CT | 0 | $0 |
| 07/18/1978 | Accident? | Bristol, CT | 2 | $300 |
| 05/11/1978 | Accident? | Bristol, CT | 0 | $0 |
| 12/12/1977 | Planned? | Bristol, CT | 2 | $0 |
| 11/17/1977 | Complaint? | Bristol, CT | 1 | $0 |
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