Huffman Metal Works Safety Record
Hickory, NC · Manufacturing
Historical grade based on past OSHA records. This employer has not been inspected in over 10 years.
Last inspected 08/07/2008
According to OSHA enforcement records, Huffman Metal Works in Hickory, North Carolina has 88 workplace safety violations across 6 inspections, with 55 classified as serious and $5,915 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations). OSHA records span 1983 to 2008.
About This Safety Record
Huffman Metal Works, located in Hickory, North Carolina, was last inspected by OSHA in 2008. 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 88 violations on file, 55 were classified as serious — meaning OSHA determined they could cause death or serious physical harm to workers. Total penalties assessed were $5,915.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2008 | Planned? | Hickory, NC | 6 | $0 |
| 01/31/2001 | Unprogrammed Related? | Hickory, NC | 35 | $200 |
| 06/20/1996 | Planned? | Hickory, NC | 4 | $125 |
| 02/23/1994 | Complaint? | Hickory, NC | 42 | $5,590 |
| 08/17/1983 | Planned? | Hickory, NC | 0 | $0 |
| 02/23/1983 | Planned? | Hickory, NC | 1 | $0 |
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