This employer's most recent OSHA inspection was in 2010. This data may not reflect current safety conditions.

Covington Metals Safety Record

Andalusia, AL · Wholesale Trade

F

Historical grade based on past OSHA records. This employer has not been inspected in over 10 years.

Last inspected 11/02/2010

Based on public OSHA records. How is this calculated? · Data updated March 2026

According to OSHA enforcement records, Covington Metals in Andalusia, Alabama has 26 workplace safety violations across 2 inspections, with 26 classified as serious and $24,480 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations).

Covington Metals, located in Andalusia, Alabama, was last inspected by OSHA in 2010. 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 26 violations on file, 26 were classified as serious — meaning OSHA determined they could cause death or serious physical harm to workers. Total penalties assessed were $24,480.

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.

26 Violations
2 Inspections
26 Serious
$24,480 Penalties
Serious?
26 ($24,480)
OSHA initially proposed $34,200 in penalties for Covington Metals, later reduced to $24,480 — a 28% reduction through informal settlement or contest. Learn how OSHA penalties work.
1910.1025 OSHA Standard
17 citations $17,640
1910.1200 Hazard Communication
5 citations $2,100
1910.0132 Personal Protective Equipment — General
2 citations $2,940
1910.1027 OSHA Standard
1 citation
1910.0178 Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)
1 citation $1,800
DateTypeLocationViolationsPenalties
11/02/2010 Referral? Andalusia, AL 1 $1,800
10/25/2010 Planned? Andalusia, AL 25 $22,680

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