Colt's Manufacturing Company Safety Record
West Hartford, CT · Manufacturing
Significantly elevated violation rate. This employer's safety record is among the worst on file.
Last inspected 04/04/2019
According to OSHA enforcement records, Colt's Manufacturing Company in West Hartford, Connecticut has 55 workplace safety violations across 7 inspections, with 43 classified as serious and $92,304 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations). OSHA records span 2005 to 2019.
About This Safety Record
Colt's Manufacturing Company in West Hartford, 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 Colt's Manufacturing Company 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.
43 of the 55 violations on record are classified as serious, meaning OSHA determined they posed a risk of death or serious physical harm. 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.
Violation Breakdown
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 Colt's Manufacturing Company in OSHA records.
Inspection History
| Date | Type | Location | Violations | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/04/2019 | Planned? | West Hartford, CT | 5 | $10,656 |
| 10/16/2013 | Referral? | West Hartford, CT | 0 | $0 |
| 11/16/2010 | Follow-Up? | West Hartford, CT | 2 | $2,194 |
| 11/16/2010 | Follow-Up? | West Hartford, CT | 2 | $2,356 |
| 03/13/2007 | Complaint? | West Hartford, CT | 2 | $2,700 |
| 03/08/2007 | Complaint? | West Hartford, CT | 21 | $31,400 |
| 08/17/2005 | Referral? | West Hartford, CT | 23 | $42,998 |
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