Melching Safety Record
Muskegon, MI · Administrative & Waste Services
Significantly elevated violation rate. This employer's safety record is among the worst on file.
Last inspected 07/23/2025
According to OSHA enforcement records, Melching in Muskegon, Michigan has 70 workplace safety violations across 11 inspections, with 51 classified as serious and $24,620 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations). OSHA records span 1994 to 2025.
About This Safety Record
Melching in Muskegon, Michigan has received an F safety grade, indicating a significantly elevated rate of workplace safety violations compared to other employers. Within the administrative & waste services industry, this places Melching 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.
51 of the 70 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. Michigan workers who have been injured on the job may also be eligible for workers' compensation benefits.
All-time record: 70 violations, $24,620 in penalties across 11 inspections
Violation Breakdown · Last 5 years
Repeat Violation Patterns
Top OSHA Standards Cited
Workers' Compensation in Michigan
Workers injured on the job in Michigan may be entitled to medical coverage, temporary & permanent disability, death benefits, vocational rehabilitation.
- Filing deadline: 2 years from injury date
- Important: Must report injury to employer within 90 days
- Statute: Mich. Comp. Laws § 418.101 et seq.
This is general information about workers' compensation laws in Michigan, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for your specific situation.
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This employer has 70 OSHA violations on record, including 51 classified as serious. If you've been hurt on the job, you may be entitled to compensation.
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No workplace accident investigations on file for Melching in OSHA records.
Inspection History
| Date | Type | Location | Violations | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/23/2025 | Planned? | Muskegon, MI | 7 | $6,000 |
| 09/15/2023 | Planned? | Muskegon, MI | 0 | $0 |
| 09/16/2017 | Planned? | Muskegon, MI | 3 | $800 |
| 07/18/2017 | Planned? | Muskegon, MI | 0 | $0 |
| 09/21/2015 | Programmed Related? | Muskegon, MI | 0 | $0 |
| 01/14/2013 | Planned? | Muskegon, MI | 1 | $400 |
| 10/19/2012 | Planned? | Muskegon, MI | 1 | $0 |
| 03/18/1998 | Planned? | Muskegon, MI | 3 | $2,520 |
| 01/07/1998 | Complaint? | Muskegon, MI | 24 | $12,000 |
| 03/02/1994 | Referral? | Muskegon, MI | 15 | $1,500 |
| 03/02/1994 | Planned? | Muskegon, MI | 16 | $1,400 |
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