Tier 4 Systematic

GANNETT CO.

📍 205 RIVERDRIVE S., GREAT FALLS, MT 59405🏭 Printing and Related Support Activities (NAICS 323110)📅 2018-01-17
$32,758.80
Total Penalties
11
Citations
21/100
Risk Score
411
Analysis Words
Enforcement Analysis

According to U.S. Department of Labor enforcement records, GANNETT CO. — a printing and related support activities facility located at 205 RIVERDRIVE S., GREAT FALLS, MT 59405 — was the subject of a formal OSHA inspection that resulted in 11 citation(s) and cumulative proposed penalties of $32,758.80. The inspection case was opened on 2018-01-17.

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 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.

EPA Environmental Record: The EPA shows no current violations for this facility. regulated under: Clean Water Act, RCRA Hazardous Waste. Source: EPA ECHO database.

Industry Benchmark: The total penalty of $32,758.80 is more than 3.9× the national average of $8,414.32 for facilities in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS 323110). This sector encompasses 52,095 inspected facilities nationwide with aggregate penalties totaling $438.3M.

State Context: Within MT, this facility's penalty places it at the 99th percentile among 9,480 inspected facilities. The statewide average penalty is $2,110.71.

Citation Analysis: The inspection produced 11 citations spanning 9 distinct OSHA regulatory standards. The citation breakdown includes: 11 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 June 12, 2014 with the latest abatement deadline set for July 11, 2018. Of the 11 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 cumulative penalty of $32,758.80 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 $2,978.07 falls within the standard penalty range.

The enforcement profile for this commercial printing facility reveals a systemic failure to manage fundamental mechanical and electrical hazards,

Industry Benchmark (MT)

This facility's $32,759 penalty is higher than 99% of all penalized companies in the NAICS 323110 industry in MT. The state average penalty for this industry is $5,249.

$5,249
State Avg
$32,759
This Facility
Citation Matrix — 11 Citations
29 CFR 1910.29(b)(10)
Serious
Penalty: $3,104.40Gravity: 5Issued: June 14, 2018Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.219(c)(02)
Mechanical Power Transmission
Serious
Penalty: $3,104.40Gravity: 5Issued: June 14, 2018Abated: Pending
OSHA Std. 5A0001
Serious
Penalty: $6,300.00Gravity: 10Issued: June 12, 2014Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(07)
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 5Issued: June 12, 2014Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.151(c)
Medical Services & First Aid
Serious
Penalty: $4,500.00Gravity: 5Issued: June 12, 2014Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.176(b)
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 10Issued: June 12, 2014Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.212(a)(01)
Machine Guarding — General Requirements
Serious
Penalty: $3,150.00Gravity: 10Issued: June 12, 2014Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.215(a)(04)
Abrasive Wheel Machinery
Serious
Penalty: $3,600.00Gravity: 5Issued: June 12, 2014Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.215(b)(09)
Abrasive Wheel Machinery
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 5Issued: June 12, 2014Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.303(b)(02)
Electrical — General Requirements
Serious
Penalty: $5,400.00Gravity: 5Issued: June 12, 2014Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.305(b)(01)
Electrical — Wiring Methods & Components
Serious
Penalty: $3,600.00Gravity: 5Issued: June 12, 2014Abated: 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 GREAT FALLS, MT (Broader Sector)

GANNETT CO. (This Facility)
$32.8K
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$176.4K
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$520.1K
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$279.2K
6 cit.
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$115.0K
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CALUMET MONTANA REFINING
$56.0K
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MONTANA REFINING COMPANY, INC.
$47.2K
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Frequently Asked Questions
What OSHA violations was GANNETT CO. cited for?

GANNETT CO. received 11 citation(s) covering 9 distinct OSHA standards. Total proposed penalties were $32,758.80. The inspection opened on 2018-01-17.

How much was GANNETT CO. fined by OSHA?

OSHA proposed penalties of $32,758.80 against GANNETT CO. in GREAT FALLS, MT. Average per citation: $2,978.07.

Is GANNETT CO. a safe workplace?

Based on enforcement records, GANNETT CO. has a risk score of 21 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 Printing and Related Support Activities facilities is $8,414.32. This facility penalty of $32,758.80 is above the industry average.