Austin Utilities Safety Record
Austin, MN · Construction
Historical grade based on past OSHA records. This employer has not been inspected in over 10 years.
Last inspected 06/09/2009
According to OSHA enforcement records, Austin Utilities in Austin, Minnesota has 50 workplace safety violations across 11 inspections, with 25 classified as serious and $17,565 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations). OSHA records span 1986 to 2009.
About This Safety Record
Austin Utilities, located in Austin, Minnesota, was last inspected by OSHA in 2009. While this employer's safety record is based on historical data that may not reflect current workplace conditions, the OSHA enforcement history remains part of the public record. Of the 50 violations on file, 25 were classified as serious — meaning OSHA determined they could cause death or serious physical harm to workers. Total penalties assessed were $17,565.
OSHA's enforcement records are maintained by the U.S. Department of Labor and cover workplace inspections dating back to the 1970s. An employer's safety grade is calculated using a weighted formula that accounts for the severity of violations — willful violations carry the highest weight (5x), followed by repeat (4x), serious (3x), and other (1x) violations per inspection. Learn more about how safety grades are calculated.
Violation Breakdown
Repeat Violation Patterns
Top OSHA Standards Cited
Inspection History
| Date | Type | Location | Violations | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/09/2009 | Planned? | Austin, MN | 2 | $2,500 |
| 07/05/2006 | Planned? | Austin, MN | 1 | $560 |
| 06/05/2000 | Planned? | Austin, MN | 0 | $0 |
| 07/09/1997 | Planned? | Austin, MN | 4 | $2,660 |
| 01/15/1997 | Planned? | Austin, MN | 11 | $3,570 |
| 04/29/1993 | Referral? | Austin, MN | 7 | $5,301 |
| 02/03/1992 | Complaint? | Austin, MN | 2 | $1,950 |
| 11/03/1988 | Planned? | Austin, MN | 3 | $228 |
| 07/13/1988 | Complaint? | Austin, MN | 2 | $310 |
| 05/16/1986 | Follow-Up? | Austin, MN | 0 | $0 |
| 01/16/1986 | Planned? | Austin, MN | 18 | $486 |
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