Osco Industries Safety Record
Portsmouth, OH · Manufacturing
Significantly elevated violation rate. This employer's safety record is among the worst on file.
Last inspected 05/07/2019
According to OSHA enforcement records, Osco Industries in Portsmouth, Ohio has 85 workplace safety violations across 11 inspections, with 41 classified as serious and $59,600 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations). OSHA records span 1973 to 2019.
About This Safety Record
Osco Industries in Portsmouth, Ohio 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 Osco Industries 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.
41 of the 85 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. Ohio 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 Ohio
Workers injured on the job in Ohio 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 promptly
- Statute: Ohio Rev. Code § 4123.01 et seq.
This is general information about workers' compensation laws in Ohio, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for your specific situation.
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This employer has 85 OSHA violations on record, including 41 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 Osco Industries in OSHA records.
Inspection History
| Date | Type | Location | Violations | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2019 | Complaint? | Portsmouth, OH | 0 | $0 |
| 04/13/2010 | Planned? | Portsmouth, OH | 15 | $18,850 |
| 04/13/2010 | Planned? | Portsmouth, OH | 10 | $7,500 |
| 11/19/1998 | Planned? | Portsmouth, OH | 17 | $7,000 |
| 11/18/1998 | Planned? | Portsmouth, OH | 28 | $25,950 |
| 08/30/1982 | Planned? | Portsmouth, OH | 2 | $0 |
| 06/30/1976 | Complaint? | Portsmouth, OH | 3 | $0 |
| 04/01/1976 | Complaint? | Portsmouth, OH | 7 | $150 |
| 04/01/1976 | Complaint? | Portsmouth, OH | 0 | $0 |
| 01/17/1974 | Complaint? | Portsmouth, OH | 2 | $60 |
| 05/31/1973 | Complaint? | Portsmouth, OH | 1 | $90 |
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