Quinco Steel Safety Record
Chicago, IL · Construction
Significantly elevated violation rate. This employer's safety record is among the worst on file.
Last inspected 06/27/2023
According to OSHA enforcement records, Quinco Steel in Chicago, Illinois has 60 workplace safety violations across 12 inspections, with 30 classified as serious and $134,570 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations). OSHA records span 1999 to 2023.
About This Safety Record
Quinco Steel in Chicago, Illinois has received an F safety grade, indicating a significantly elevated rate of workplace safety violations compared to other employers. Within the construction industry, this places Quinco Steel 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.
30 of the 60 violations on record are classified as serious, meaning OSHA determined they posed a risk of death or serious physical harm. The $134,570 in total penalties reflects the severity and frequency of these citations. 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. Illinois workers who have been injured on the job may also be eligible for workers' compensation benefits.
All-time record: 60 violations, $134,570 in penalties across 12 inspections
Violation Breakdown · Last 5 years
Repeat Violation Patterns
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Workers' Compensation in Illinois
Workers injured on the job in Illinois may be entitled to medical coverage, temporary & permanent disability, death benefits, vocational rehabilitation, disfigurement benefits.
- Filing deadline: 3 years from injury date
- Important: One of the more generous filing deadlines; report accident immediately
- Statute: 820 Ill. Comp. Stat. 305/1 et seq.
This is general information about workers' compensation laws in Illinois, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for your specific situation.
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No workplace accident investigations on file for Quinco Steel in OSHA records.
Inspection History
| Date | Type | Location | Violations | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2023 | Planned? | Chicago, IL | 2 | $5,000 |
| 03/28/2013 | Planned? | Chicago, IL | 1 | $8,000 |
| 01/26/2011 | Planned? | Chicago, IL | 4 | $30,000 |
| 12/28/2009 | Referral? | Chicago, IL | 0 | $0 |
| 04/15/2009 | Referral? | Chicago, IL | 17 | $5,000 |
| 04/15/2009 | Planned? | Chicago, IL | 5 | $50,000 |
| 07/25/2007 | Planned? | Chicago, IL | 3 | $1,600 |
| 08/09/2006 | Planned? | Chicago, IL | 1 | $7,500 |
| 06/29/2005 | Unprogrammed Related? | Chicago, IL | 19 | $7,000 |
| 05/20/2004 | Planned? | Chicago, IL | 4 | $14,000 |
| 09/18/2002 | Planned? | Chicago, IL | 1 | $1,470 |
| 07/07/1999 | Planned? | Chicago, IL | 3 | $5,000 |
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