Tier 5 Standard

DORNER, INC.

📍 W186N9581 BANCROFT DR, MENOMONEE FALLS, WI 53051🏭 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction (NAICS 237110)📅 2020-12-02
$28,000.00
Total Penalties
1
Citations
20/100
Risk Score
382
Analysis Words
Enforcement Analysis

According to U.S. Department of Labor enforcement records, DORNER, INC. — a water and sewer line and related structures construction facility located at W186N9581 BANCROFT DR, MENOMONEE FALLS, WI 53051 — was the subject of a formal OSHA inspection that resulted in 1 citation(s) and cumulative proposed penalties of $28,000.00. The inspection case was opened on 2020-12-02.

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 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 $28,000.00 is more than 7.8× 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 WI, this facility's penalty places it at the 98th percentile among 43,331 inspected facilities. The statewide average penalty is $3,505.68.

Citation Analysis: The inspection produced 1 citations spanning 1 distinct OSHA regulatory standards. The citation breakdown includes: 1 repeat — A substantially similar violation was found during a previous inspection and the original citation has become a final order.

Enforcement Timeline: Citations were issued beginning April 23, 2021 with the latest abatement deadline set for May 19, 2021. Of the 1 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 $28,000.00 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 action against Dorner, Inc. underscores a critical breakdown in subsurface safety protocols, specifically regarding

Industry Benchmark (WI)

This facility's $28,000 penalty is higher than 95% of all penalized companies in the NAICS 237110 industry in WI. The state average penalty for this industry is $8,378.

$8,378
State Avg
$28,000
This Facility
Citation Matrix — 1 Citations
29 CFR 1926.652(a)(01)
Repeat
Penalty: $28,000.00Gravity: 5Issued: April 23, 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

Comparing penalized facilities in MENOMONEE FALLS, WI (Exact Industry)

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Frequently Asked Questions
What OSHA violations was DORNER, INC. cited for?

DORNER, INC. received 1 citation(s) covering 1 distinct OSHA standards. Total proposed penalties were $28,000.00. The inspection opened on 2020-12-02.

How much was DORNER, INC. fined by OSHA?

OSHA proposed penalties of $28,000.00 against DORNER, INC. in MENOMONEE FALLS, WI. Average per citation: $28,000.00.

Is DORNER, INC. a safe workplace?

Based on enforcement records, DORNER, INC. has a risk score of 20 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 Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction facilities is $3,609.14. This facility penalty of $28,000.00 is above the industry average.