Uni-Grip Safety Record

Upper Sandusky, OH · Manufacturing

F

Significantly elevated violation rate. This employer's safety record is among the worst on file.

Last inspected 07/23/2018

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

According to OSHA enforcement records, Uni-Grip in Upper Sandusky, Ohio has 50 workplace safety violations across 11 inspections, with 20 classified as serious and $43,718 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations). OSHA records span 1973 to 2018.

Uni-Grip in Upper Sandusky, 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 Uni-Grip 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.

20 of the 50 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.

4.5 Uni-Grip violations/inspection
vs
4.1 Manufacturing avg
Above industry average
View Manufacturing industry report →
50 Violations
11 Inspections
20 Serious
$43,718 Penalties
Other-than-Serious?
29 ($575)
Serious?
20 ($30,196)
Repeat?
1 ($12,947)
1910.0212 Machine Guarding — General
Cited in 5 inspections (8 total) since 1976
1910.0217 OSHA Standard
Cited in 2 inspections (7 total) since 1976
1910.0309 Electrical — Wiring Design
Cited in 2 inspections (7 total) since 1976
1910.0147 Lockout/Tagout — Machines
Cited in 2 inspections (3 total) since 2017
1910.0215 Abrasive Wheel Machinery
Cited in 2 inspections (3 total) since 1976
Violations decreased 100% over the past 5 years (0 recent vs 50 prior).
OSHA initially proposed $71,627 in penalties for Uni-Grip, later reduced to $43,718 — a 39% reduction through informal settlement or contest. Learn how OSHA penalties work.
1910.0212 Machine Guarding — General
8 citations $23,860
1910.0309 Electrical — Wiring Design
7 citations $35
1910.0217 OSHA Standard
7 citations $625
1910.1200 Hazard Communication
3 citations $368
1910.0215 Abrasive Wheel Machinery
3 citations

Workers' Compensation in Ohio

Workers injured on the job in Ohio may be entitled to medical coverage, temporary & permanent disability, death benefits, vocational rehabilitation.

This is general information about workers' compensation laws in Ohio, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for your specific situation.

Were you injured at Uni-Grip?

This employer has 50 OSHA violations on record, including 20 classified as serious. If you've been hurt on the job, you may be entitled to compensation.

Free case review · No obligation · Confidential

Attorney advertising. Free consultations available in most states. Not legal advice. By submitting, you agree to be contacted about your potential claim.

No workplace accident investigations on file for Uni-Grip in OSHA records.

DateTypeLocationViolationsPenalties
07/23/2018 Referral? Upper Sandusky, OH 4 $27,743
09/27/2017 Referral? Upper Sandusky, OH 3 $12,288
05/15/2007 Complaint? Upper Sandusky, OH 0 $0
07/25/1995 Complaint? Upper Sandusky, OH 7 $1,592
09/12/1980 Follow-Up? Upper Sandusky, OH 0 $0
07/21/1980 Complaint? Upper Sandusky, OH 17 $1,520
05/05/1976 Follow-Up? Upper Sandusky, OH 0 $0
04/02/1976 Planned? Upper Sandusky, OH 0 $0
03/23/1976 Follow-Up? Upper Sandusky, OH 0 $0
01/29/1976 Planned? Upper Sandusky, OH 17 $505
09/13/1973 Planned? Upper Sandusky, OH 2 $70

Improve Your Safety Grade

Links may be affiliate-supported. This does not affect our safety ratings or recommendations.

Injured at Uni-Grip? You may be entitled to compensation. Get Free Case Review