How many OSHA inspections has A.W. KUETTEL & SONS, INC. had?

A.W. KUETTEL & SONS, INC. has been inspected 53 times by OSHA between Apr 10, 1986 and Sep 17, 2014, with 51 violations and $22,551 in penalties on record.

How does Minnesota's state OSHA plan work?

Minnesota operates its own OSHA-approved state plan through Minnesota OSHA (MNOSHA), covering both private and public sector workers. MNOSHA conducts inspections and enforces standards at least as effective as federal OSHA.

What is a Serious violation under OSHA?

A Serious violation is cited when there is a substantial probability that death or serious physical harm could result from a hazard, and the employer knew or should have known about the condition. Serious violations carry mandatory penalties. For 2025, the maximum penalty for a serious violation is $16,550 per violation. The actual amount may be adjusted based on factors including employer size, good faith efforts, and violation history.

What is a Repeat violation under OSHA?

A Repeat violation is issued when an employer has been previously cited for a substantially similar condition within the past five years. Repeat violations carry penalties up to $165,514 per violation for 2025. OSHA checks the employer's inspection history across all establishments to determine whether a prior citation for a similar hazard exists.

How does OSHA calculate penalty amounts?

OSHA sets initial penalty amounts based on the gravity of the violation (severity and probability of injury). Penalties are then adjusted based on three factors: employer size (smaller employers may receive reductions), good faith (employers with effective safety programs), and violation history (employers with no recent prior violations). Penalties may be further reduced through informal settlement conferences between the employer and the OSHA Area Director.

What is a planned (programmed) OSHA inspection?

Planned inspections are part of OSHA's proactive enforcement strategy. OSHA selects workplaces for inspection based on objective criteria such as industry injury rates, participation in National or Local Emphasis Programs (NEPs/LEPs), or targeting of specific high-hazard industries. Being selected for a planned inspection does not indicate that OSHA has received a complaint or that a specific hazard has been reported.

A.W. KUETTEL & SONS, INC.

$22,551

Penalties

Violations

Inspections

A.W. KUETTEL & SONS, INC.

MICHIGAN & 26 AVE W. (BUS BARNS), DULUTH, MN 55806

A.W. KUETTEL & SONS, INC. has had 53 OSHA inspections since Apr 10, 1986, resulting in 51 violations and $22,551 in penalties on record.

As reported in the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement database. Having inspection records is common for businesses in regulated industries. Penalty amounts may differ from final amounts after settlement or judicial review.

27Serious

0Willful

1Repeat

23Other

Standard	Citations	Penalties
1926.501Fall Protection - Duty to Have Fall Protection	10	$18,030
1926.500Fall Protection - Scope, Application, and Definitions	4	$1,108
1926.404Electrical - Wiring Design and Protection (Construction)	4	$933
1926.100Head Protection (Construction)	3	$315
1910.212General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding)	3	$205
1910.217Mechanical Power Presses	2	$152
1926.304Woodworking Tools	2	$0
1910.107Spray Finishing Using Flammable and Combustible Materials	2	$0
1926.150Fire Protection (Construction)	2	$128
1926.1053Ladders (Construction)	2	$490

ID	Opened	Type	Scope	Viol.	Penalties
#317827848	Sep 17, 2014	Planned	Complete	1	$4,500
#317749760	May 29, 2014	Planned	Complete	0	$0
#317353217	Oct 22, 2013	Planned	Complete	1	$8,000
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