Tier 5 Standard

A DROP OF JOY, LLC

📍 177 BOYER CIRCLE, WILLISTON, VT 05495🏭 Mayonnaise, Dressing, and Other Prepared Sauce Manufacturing (NAICS 311941)📅 2021-07-09
$1,755.00
Total Penalties
3
Citations
1/100
Risk Score
371
Analysis Words
Enforcement Analysis

According to U.S. Department of Labor enforcement records, A DROP OF JOY, LLC — a mayonnaise, dressing, and other prepared sauce manufacturing facility located at 177 BOYER CIRCLE, WILLISTON, VT 05495 — was the subject of a formal OSHA inspection that resulted in 3 citation(s) and cumulative proposed penalties of $1,755.00. The inspection case was opened on 2021-07-09.

DOL records document workplace safety violations warranting formal citation under the OSH Act. While classified at the standard enforcement level, all OSHA citations require corrective action and may indicate areas where workplace safety programs should be strengthened.

BLS Injury Data: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2022), this industry sector has an occupational injury rate of 3.3 per 100 full-time workers — 22% above the national average of 2.7. The sector fatality rate is 2.3 per 100,000 workers.

Industry Benchmark: The total penalty of $1,755.00 is 79% below the national average of $8,527.19 for facilities in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS 311941). This sector encompasses 24,420 inspected facilities nationwide with aggregate penalties totaling $208.2M.

State Context: Within VT, this facility's penalty places it at the 81th percentile among 9,785 inspected facilities. The statewide average penalty is $1,373.10.

Citation Analysis: The inspection produced 3 citations spanning 1 distinct OSHA regulatory standards. The citation breakdown includes: 3 serious — A workplace hazard that could cause death or serious physical harm exists, and the employer knew or should have known about the condition.

Enforcement Timeline: Citations were issued beginning November 18, 2021 with the latest abatement deadline set for December 15, 2021. Of the 3 total citations, 0 (0%) have been marked as abated in DOL records, which may indicate ongoing compliance gaps requiring further regulatory attention.

Penalty Assessment: The total proposed penalty of $1,755.00 falls within OSHA's standard enforcement range and may have been adjusted through informal settlement conference procedures, penalty reduction factors, or good faith credit for demonstrated safety and health management systems.

Industry Benchmark (VT)

This facility's $1,755 penalty is higher than 50% of all penalized companies in the NAICS 311941 industry in VT. The state average penalty for this industry is $5,325.

$5,325
State Avg
$1,755
This Facility
Citation Matrix — 3 Citations
29 CFR 1910.178(a)(06)
Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)
Serious
Penalty: $1,755.00Gravity: 5Issued: November 18, 2021Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.178(l)(01)
Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 5Issued: November 18, 2021Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.178(q)(07)
Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 5Issued: November 18, 2021Abated: Pending
This report is compiled from publicly available U.S. Department of Labor enforcement data under the Freedom of Information Act. SVEP Navigator is an independent research and analysis platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to OSHA, the Department of Labor, or any federal agency. Information is provided for research, educational, and compliance planning purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Penalty amounts shown are proposed penalties and may have been modified through contest proceedings or settlement.
Local Competitor Benchmark

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Frequently Asked Questions
What OSHA violations was A DROP OF JOY, LLC cited for?

A DROP OF JOY, LLC received 3 citation(s) covering 1 distinct OSHA standards. Total proposed penalties were $1,755.00. The inspection opened on 2021-07-09.

How much was A DROP OF JOY, LLC fined by OSHA?

OSHA proposed penalties of $1,755.00 against A DROP OF JOY, LLC in WILLISTON, VT. Average per citation: $585.00.

Is A DROP OF JOY, LLC a safe workplace?

Based on enforcement records, A DROP OF JOY, LLC has a risk score of 1 out of 100. DOL records document workplace safety violations warranting formal citation under the OSH Act. While classified at the standard enforcement level, all OSHA citations require corrective action and may indicate areas where workplace safety programs should be strengthened.

How does this penalty compare to the industry average?

The average penalty for Mayonnaise, Dressing, and Other Prepared Sauce Manufacturing facilities is $8,527.19. This facility penalty of $1,755.00 is below the industry average.