Tier 4 Systematic

CDF CORPORATION

📍 77 INDUSTRIAL PARK, PLYMOUTH, MA 02360🏭 Industry Sector 00📅 1998-06-24
$34,563.60
Total Penalties
30
Citations
31/100
Risk Score
339
Analysis Words
Enforcement Analysis

According to U.S. Department of Labor enforcement records, CDF CORPORATION — a industry sector 00 facility located at 77 INDUSTRIAL PARK, PLYMOUTH, MA 02360 — was the subject of a formal OSHA inspection that resulted in 30 citation(s) and cumulative proposed penalties of $34,563.60. The inspection case was opened on 1998-06-24.

The volume of citations issued during this inspection suggests systematic compliance deficiencies rather than isolated incidents. Facilities with 10 or more citations typically face comprehensive abatement requirements and may be subject to follow-up inspections.

State Context: Within MA, this facility's penalty places it at the 99th percentile among 60,671 inspected facilities. The statewide average penalty is $2,824.83.

Citation Analysis: The inspection produced 30 citations spanning 8 distinct OSHA regulatory standards. The citation breakdown includes: 9 serious — A workplace hazard that could cause death or serious physical harm exists, and the employer knew or should have known about the condition. 6 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 June 12, 1995 with the latest abatement deadline set for January 28, 2008. Of the 30 total citations, 14 (47%) have been marked as abated in DOL records, which may indicate ongoing compliance gaps requiring further regulatory attention.

Penalty Assessment: The cumulative penalty of $34,563.60 reflects OSHA's gravity-based penalty calculation methodology, which considers the severity of potential injury, the probability of occurrence, the employer's size, good faith, and violation history. The per-citation average of $1,152.12 falls within the standard penalty range.

The enforcement record for CDF Corporation reveals a systemic failure to implement foundational safety programs, most notably regarding

Citation Matrix — 30 Citations
29 CFR 1910.176(b)
Serious
Penalty: $350.00Gravity: 02Issued: September 11, 2007Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.212(a)(01)
Machine Guarding — General Requirements
Serious
Penalty: $612.50Gravity: 05Issued: September 11, 2007Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(01)
Electrical — Wiring Methods & Components
Serious
Penalty: $262.50Gravity: 01Issued: September 11, 2007Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.178(p)(01)
Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 01Issued: September 11, 2007Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.95(c)(01)
Serious
Penalty: $312.50Gravity: 04Issued: June 12, 1995Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.95(i)(02)
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 04Issued: June 12, 1995Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(04)
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 01Issued: June 12, 1995Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(01)
Hazard Communication Standard (Chemical Safety)
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 01Issued: June 12, 1995Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.1200(b)(04)
Hazard Communication Standard (Chemical Safety)
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 04Issued: June 12, 1995Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(04)
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Serious
Penalty: $4,375.00Gravity: 10Issued: November 2, 1998Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(06)
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Serious
Penalty: $4,375.00Gravity: 10Issued: November 2, 1998Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(07)
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Serious
Penalty: $4,375.00Gravity: 10Issued: November 2, 1998Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.147(d)(04)
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $4,375.00Gravity: 10Issued: November 2, 1998Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.212(a)(03)
Machine Guarding — General Requirements
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 10Issued: November 2, 1998Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1910.23(c)(01)
Guarding Floor & Wall Openings
Serious
Penalty: $250.00Gravity: 02Issued: February 25, 2002Abated: 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What OSHA violations was CDF CORPORATION cited for?

CDF CORPORATION received 30 citation(s) covering 8 distinct OSHA standards. Total proposed penalties were $34,563.60. The inspection opened on 1998-06-24.

How much was CDF CORPORATION fined by OSHA?

OSHA proposed penalties of $34,563.60 against CDF CORPORATION in PLYMOUTH, MA. Average per citation: $1,152.12.

Is CDF CORPORATION a safe workplace?

Based on enforcement records, CDF CORPORATION has a risk score of 31 out of 100. The volume of citations issued during this inspection suggests systematic compliance deficiencies rather than isolated incidents. Facilities with 10 or more citations typically face comprehensive abatement requirements and may be subject to follow-up inspections.

How does this penalty compare to the industry average?

The average penalty for Industry Sector 00 facilities is $1,195.75. This facility penalty of $34,563.60 is above the industry average.