BROCKMAN EQUIPMENT
According to U.S. Department of Labor enforcement records, BROCKMAN EQUIPMENT — a painting and wall covering contractors facility located at 2001 ST ANTOINE, DETROIT, MI 48226 — was the subject of a formal OSHA inspection that resulted in 10 citation(s) and cumulative proposed penalties of $286,000.00. The inspection case was opened on 2002-07-30.
This facility represents one of the most severe enforcement actions in the OSHA SVEP database. Willful violations combined with penalties exceeding $100,000 indicate a pattern of deliberate non-compliance that poses an imminent danger to workers.
BLS Injury Data: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2022), this industry sector has an occupational injury rate of 2.8 per 100 full-time workers — 4% above the national average of 2.7. The sector fatality rate is 9.6 per 100,000 workers.
EPA Environmental Record: The EPA shows no current violations for this facility. regulated under: RCRA Hazardous Waste. Source: EPA ECHO database.
Industry Benchmark: The total penalty of $286,000.00 is more than 79.2× the national average of $3,609.14 for facilities in the Construction sector (NAICS 238320). This sector encompasses 532,749 inspected facilities nationwide with aggregate penalties totaling $1,922.8M.
State Context: Within MI, this facility's penalty places it at the 100th percentile among 106,495 inspected facilities. The statewide average penalty is $1,470.95.
Citation Analysis: The inspection produced 10 citations spanning 7 distinct OSHA regulatory standards. The citation breakdown includes: 1 serious — A workplace hazard that could cause death or serious physical harm exists, and the employer knew or should have known about the condition. 4 willful — The employer intentionally and knowingly committed the violation, demonstrating either an intentional disregard for the requirements of the OSH Act or plain indifference to employee safety and health. 5 other-than-serious — The violation has a direct relationship to job safety and health but is unlikely to cause death or serious physical harm.
Enforcement Timeline: Citations were issued beginning May 16, 2003 with the latest abatement deadline set for May 21, 2003. Of the 10 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 per-citation average of $28,600.00 exceeds OSHA's FY2024 statutory maximum of $16,131 for serious violations, indicating the presence of willful or repeat classifications that carry enhanced penalty authority under Section 17 of the OSH Act.
The enforcement profile for Brockman Equipment reveals a catastrophic failure in safety leadership, evidenced by a total penalty of $286,000—an extraordinary figure for a painting contractor that signifies egregious non-compliance. The presence of four willful violations, each assessed at the statutory maximum of $
This facility's $286,000 penalty is higher than 99% of all penalized companies in the NAICS 238320 industry in MI. The state average penalty for this industry is $1,879.
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What OSHA violations was BROCKMAN EQUIPMENT cited for?
BROCKMAN EQUIPMENT received 10 citation(s) covering 7 distinct OSHA standards. Total proposed penalties were $286,000.00. The inspection opened on 2002-07-30.
How much was BROCKMAN EQUIPMENT fined by OSHA?
OSHA proposed penalties of $286,000.00 against BROCKMAN EQUIPMENT in DETROIT, MI. Average per citation: $28,600.00.
Is BROCKMAN EQUIPMENT a safe workplace?
Based on enforcement records, BROCKMAN EQUIPMENT has a risk score of 75 out of 100. This facility represents one of the most severe enforcement actions in the OSHA SVEP database. Willful violations combined with penalties exceeding $100,000 indicate a pattern of deliberate non-compliance that poses an imminent danger to workers.
How does this penalty compare to the industry average?
The average penalty for Painting and Wall Covering Contractors facilities is $3,609.14. This facility penalty of $286,000.00 is above the industry average.