Tier 4 Systematic

CNA CONSTRUCTION, INC.

📍 BROAD RIVER ROAD, COLUMBIA, SC 29210🏭 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (NAICS 237110)📅 2004-01-12
$15,480.00
Total Penalties
12
Citations
19/100
Risk Score
369
Analysis Words
Enforcement Analysis

According to U.S. Department of Labor enforcement records, CNA CONSTRUCTION, INC. — a water and sewer line and related structures construction facility located at BROAD RIVER ROAD, COLUMBIA, SC 29210 — was the subject of a formal OSHA inspection that resulted in 12 citation(s) and cumulative proposed penalties of $15,480.00. The inspection case was opened on 2004-01-12.

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.

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.

Industry Benchmark: The total penalty of $15,480.00 is more than 4.3× the national average of $3,609.14 for facilities in the Construction sector (NAICS 237110). This sector encompasses 532,749 inspected facilities nationwide with aggregate penalties totaling $1,922.8M.

State Context: Within SC, this facility's penalty places it at the 99th percentile among 39,390 inspected facilities. The statewide average penalty is $977.57.

Citation Analysis: The inspection produced 12 citations spanning 4 distinct OSHA regulatory standards. The citation breakdown includes: 12 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 February 10, 2004 with the latest abatement deadline set for February 23, 2004. Of the 12 total citations, 9 (75%) have been marked as abated in DOL records, suggesting partial progress toward required corrective actions.

Penalty Assessment: The cumulative penalty of $15,480.00 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 $1,290.00 falls within the standard penalty range.

Industry Benchmark (SC)

This facility's $15,480 penalty is higher than 99% of all penalized companies in the NAICS 237110 industry in SC. The state average penalty for this industry is $2,250.

$2,250
State Avg
$15,480
This Facility
Citation Matrix — 12 Citations
29 CFR 1926.652(b)(02)
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 10Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1926.652(g)(01)
Serious
Penalty: $1,680.00Gravity: 10Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1926.652(g)(02)
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 10Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1926.21(b)(02)
Safety Training & Education Programs
Serious
Penalty: $1,200.00Gravity: 10Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1926.100(a)
Fall Protection (Construction)
Serious
Penalty: $420.00Gravity: 05Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1926.651(c)(02)
Serious
Penalty: $450.00Gravity: 03Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1926.651(j)(02)
Serious
Penalty: $450.00Gravity: 03Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1926.651(k)(02)
Serious
Penalty: $1,200.00Gravity: 10Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1926.652(g)(01)
Serious
Penalty: $4,200.00Gravity: 10Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1926.652(g)(02)
Serious
Penalty: $4,200.00Gravity: 10Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1926.652(a)(01)
Serious
Penalty: $1,680.00Gravity: 10Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: ✓ Yes
29 CFR 1926.652(b)(01)
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 10Issued: February 10, 2004Abated: ✓ Yes
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 CNA CONSTRUCTION, INC. cited for?

CNA CONSTRUCTION, INC. received 12 citation(s) covering 4 distinct OSHA standards. Total proposed penalties were $15,480.00. The inspection opened on 2004-01-12.

How much was CNA CONSTRUCTION, INC. fined by OSHA?

OSHA proposed penalties of $15,480.00 against CNA CONSTRUCTION, INC. in COLUMBIA, SC. Average per citation: $1,290.00.

Is CNA CONSTRUCTION, INC. a safe workplace?

Based on enforcement records, CNA CONSTRUCTION, INC. has a risk score of 19 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 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction facilities is $3,609.14. This facility penalty of $15,480.00 is above the industry average.