LINCOLN ELECTRIC CO.
22801 ST. CLAIR AVENUE, EUCLID, OH 44117 · NAICS 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
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Inspection records
Apr 7, 2000#302511795Apr 7, 2000Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Health#302511795$03 viol.3 violations$0 in penalties
Inspection #302511795
Dates
- Opened
- Apr 7, 2000
- Closing Conference Date
- Apr 7, 2000
- Closed
- Aug 9, 2000
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 2,319
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 3
- Violation Types
- 3 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $4,250
- Penalties on Record
- $0
- Site Address
- 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Euclid, OH 44117
- Industry
- 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Chemical Exposure Sampling1 substance sampled
Air monitoring samples collected by OSHA during this inspection. Results grouped by substance.
| Substance | Samples | Result Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formaldehyde | 10 | 0 - 1.3888 | ppm |
Violations
Violation list (3 of 3 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.1025 Lead OSHA citation code: 19101025 L01 I | Other | 1 | 20 | $2,125 | $0 | Jul 15, 2000 | - | - |
| 01002 | 1910.1048 Formaldehyde OSHA citation code: 19101048 D01 III | Other | 1 | 20 | $2,125 | $0 | Jun 10, 2000 | - | - |
| 02001 | 1910.36 Design and Construction Requirements for Exit Routes OSHA citation code: 19100036 B05 | Other | 1 | 20 | $0 | $0 | Jun 20, 2000 | - | - |
Jan 5, 2000#302511282Jan 5, 2000FatalityAccident (A) · Partial scope, SafetyFatality#302511282$9,4647 viol.7 violations$9,464 in penalties
Inspection #302511282
Dates
- Opened
- Jan 5, 2000
- Closing Conference Date
- Feb 7, 2000
- Contested
- Mar 7, 2000
- Final Order
- Aug 14, 2000
- Closed
- Feb 21, 2001
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- Yes
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 2,200
- Related Activity
- 1 accident
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 7
- Violation Types
- 6 serious, 1 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $18,925
- Penalties on Record
- $9,464
- Site Address
- 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Euclid, OH 44117
- Industry
- 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Accident Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as an accident inspection in the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement data. Employers must report work-related fatalities within 8 hours, and work-related inpatient hospitalizations, amputations, or losses of an eye within 24 hours. An accident-related inspection does not by itself determine fault.
Incident Investigation Summaries
Incident investigation summaries linked to this inspection through OSHA's accident and injury enforcement data. These summaries describe the reported incident. The enforcement outcome for the linked inspection is in the inspection details above.
Electric shock - direct contact with energized parts
Violations
Violation list (5 of 7 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.303 Electrical - General Requirements OSHA citation code: 19100303 B02 | Serious | 10 | 1 | $5,000 | $2,500 | Feb 16, 2000 | Mar 7, 2000 | Aug 14, 2000 |
| 01002 | 1910.304 Electrical - Wiring Design and Protection OSHA citation code: 19100304 E01 I | Serious | 1 | 1 | $1,700 | $850 | Feb 16, 2000 | Mar 7, 2000 | Aug 14, 2000 |
| 01003 | 1910.305 Electrical - Wiring Methods, Components, and Equipment OSHA citation code: 19100305 B01 | Serious | 1 | 1 | $1,275 | $638 | Feb 16, 2000 | Mar 7, 2000 | Aug 14, 2000 |
| 01005 | 1910.333 Electrical - Selection and Use of Work Practices OSHA citation code: 19100333 A02 | Serious | 1 | 1 | $5,000 | $2,500 | Mar 15, 2000 | Mar 7, 2000 | Aug 14, 2000 |
| 01006 | 1910.333 Electrical - Selection and Use of Work Practices OSHA citation code: 19100333 C02 | Serious | 10 | 10 | $2,975 | $1,488 | Mar 15, 2000 | Mar 7, 2000 | Aug 14, 2000 |
Showing the 5 violations listed first by citation identifier. This inspection has 7 total violations documented in the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement database. The complete violation list is available at enforcedata.dol.gov.
Mar 9, 1999#302505045Mar 9, 1999Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Health#302505045$02 viol.2 violations$0 in penalties
Inspection #302505045
Dates
- Opened
- Mar 9, 1999
- Closing Conference Date
- Mar 30, 1999
- Contested
- Aug 9, 1999
- Final Order
- Jul 7, 2000
- Closed
- Aug 23, 2000
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 2,319
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 2
- Violation Types
- 2 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $0
- Penalties on Record
- $0
- Site Address
- 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Euclid, OH 44117
- Industry
- 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (2 of 2 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.1200 Hazard Communication OSHA citation code: 19101200 F05 II | Other | 1 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Aug 5, 1999 | Aug 9, 1999 | Jul 7, 2000 |
| 01002 | 1910.1200 Hazard Communication OSHA citation code: 19101200 H | Other | 12 | 1,500 | $0 | $0 | Jun 6, 2000 | Aug 9, 1999 | Jul 7, 2000 |
Mar 9, 1999#302504956Mar 9, 1999Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Safety#302504956$7,9753 viol.3 violations$7,975 in penalties
Inspection #302504956
Dates
- Opened
- Mar 9, 1999
- Closing Conference Date
- Mar 9, 1999
- Contested
- Aug 9, 1999
- Final Order
- Jul 7, 2000
- Closed
- Aug 23, 2000
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 2,319
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 3
- Violation Types
- 3 serious
- Initial Penalties
- $5,100
- Penalties on Record
- $7,975
- Site Address
- 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Euclid, OH 44117
- Industry
- 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (3 of 3 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.136 Foot Protection OSHA citation code: 19100136 A | Serious | 1 | 7 | $1,700 | $1,700 | Jun 6, 2000 | Aug 9, 1999 | Jul 7, 2000 |
| 01002 | 1910.176 Handling Materials - General OSHA citation code: 19100176 C | Serious | 1 | 25 | $1,275 | $1,275 | Aug 5, 1999 | Aug 9, 1999 | Jul 7, 2000 |
| 01007 | 1910.217 Mechanical Power Presses OSHA citation code: 19100217 F02 | Serious | 1 | 15 | $2,125 | $5,000 | Aug 5, 1999 | Aug 9, 1999 | Jul 7, 2000 |
May 5, 1998#118119841May 5, 1998Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Health#118119841$00 viol.0 violations$0 in penalties
Inspection #118119841
Dates
- Opened
- May 5, 1998
- Closing Conference Date
- Jul 15, 1998
- Closed
- Aug 26, 1998
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 800
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 0
- Initial Penalties
- $0
- Penalties on Record
- $0
- Site Address
- 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Euclid, OH 44117
- Industry
- 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Chemical Exposure Sampling2 substances sampled
Air monitoring samples collected by OSHA during this inspection. Results grouped by substance.
| Substance | Samples | Result Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gravimetric DeterminationQC | 2 | 0.6093 - 2.4357 | mg/m³ |
| Magnesium | 1 | 0.58 | mg/m³ |
| Oil Mist, Mineral | 3 | 0 - 2.4357 | mg/m³ |
| Sample WeightQC | 3 | 0 - 0.682 | mg |
Apr 30, 1998#118119833Apr 30, 1998Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Health#118119833$17,50017 viol.17 violations$17,500 in penalties
Inspection #118119833
Dates
- Opened
- Apr 30, 1998
- Closing Conference Date
- Apr 30, 1998
- Contested
- Jul 27, 1998
- Final Order
- Apr 15, 1999
- Closed
- Sep 9, 1999
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 1,000
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 17
- Violation Types
- 13 serious, 4 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $18,825
- Penalties on Record
- $17,500
- Site Address
- 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Euclid, OH 44117
- Industry
- 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Chemical Exposure Sampling17 substances sampled
Air monitoring samples collected by OSHA during this inspection. Results grouped by substance.
| Substance | Samples | Result Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antimony and Compounds (as Sb) | 8 | 0 | mg/m³ |
| Beryllium and Beryllium Compounds (as Be) | 8 | 0 | mg/m³ |
| Cadmium | 6 | 0 - 1.4817 | mg/m³ |
| Chromium, Metal and Insoluble Salts | 8 | 0 - 0.0012 | mg/m³ |
| Cobalt, Metal, Dust and Fume (as Co) | 8 | 0 | mg/m³ |
| Copper Fume (as Cu) | 8 | 0 - 0.0464 | mg/m³ |
| Ethyl Benzene | 7 | 0 - 0.1553 | ppm |
| Gravimetric DeterminationQC | 2 | 0.2432 - 0.2654 | mg/m³ |
| Iron Oxide Fume | 8 | 0.0144 - 4.7751 | mg/m³ |
| Lead, Inorganic (as Pb) | 8 | 0 | mg/m³ |
| Manganese Fume (as Mn) | 8 | 0.000461 - 0.461 | mg/m³ |
| Methyl Isoamyl Ketone | 5 | 0 - 0.3851 | ppm |
| Molybdenum (as Mo), Insoluble Compounds (Total Dust) | 8 | 0 | mg/m³ |
| Nickel, Metal and Insoluble compounds (as Ni) | 8 | 0 | mg/m³ |
| Oil Mist, Mineral | 3 | 0.123 - 0.2654 | mg/m³ |
| Sample WeightQC | 3 | 0.123 - 0.227 | mg |
| Vanadium fume (as V2O5) | 8 | 0 | mg/m³ |
| Xylene | 7 | 0 - 0.7015 | ppm |
| Zinc Oxide Fume | 8 | 0 - 0.4004 | mg/m³ |
Violations
Violation list (5 of 17 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001A | 1910.106 Flammable Liquids OSHA citation code: 19100106 E09 III | Serious | 1 | 2 | $1,700 | $1,375 | Jul 18, 1998 | Jul 27, 1998 | Apr 15, 1999 |
| 01001B | 1910.107 Spray Finishing Using Flammable and Combustible Materials OSHA citation code: 19100107 G03 | Serious | 1 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Jul 13, 1998 | Jul 27, 1998 | Apr 15, 1999 |
| 01001C | 1910.107 Spray Finishing Using Flammable and Combustible Materials OSHA citation code: 19100107 G03 | Serious | 1 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Jul 18, 1998 | Jul 27, 1998 | Apr 15, 1999 |
| 01002 | 1910.107 Spray Finishing Using Flammable and Combustible Materials OSHA citation code: 19100107 B03 | Serious | 1 | 1 | $1,375 | $1,375 | Jul 18, 1998 | Jul 27, 1998 | Apr 15, 1999 |
| 01003 | 1910.107 Spray Finishing Using Flammable and Combustible Materials OSHA citation code: 19100107 B09 | Serious | 1 | 2 | $1,375 | $1,375 | Jul 18, 1998 | Jul 27, 1998 | Apr 15, 1999 |
Showing the 5 violations listed first by citation identifier. This inspection has 17 total violations documented in the U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement database. The complete violation list is available at enforcedata.dol.gov.
Oct 15, 1993#103508495Oct 15, 1993Planned (H) · Complete scope, Safety#103508495$1,4004 viol.4 violations$1,400 in penalties
Inspection #103508495
Dates
- Opened
- Oct 15, 1993
- Closing Conference Date
- Oct 18, 1993
- Contested
- Nov 17, 1993
- Final Order
- May 20, 1994
- Closed
- May 25, 1994
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 20
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 4
- Violation Types
- 3 serious, 1 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $3,900
- Penalties on Record
- $1,400
- Site Address
- 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Euclid, OH 44117
- Industry
- 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Planned Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a planned inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. Planned inspections are part of OSHA's scheduled enforcement activity rather than being opened directly from a complaint or reported incident at that worksite.
Violations
Violation list (4 of 4 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1926.153 Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LP-Gas) OSHA citation code: 19260153 J | Serious | 2 | 20 | $975 | $350 | Oct 28, 1993 | Nov 17, 1993 | May 20, 1994 |
| 01002 | 1926.300 General Requirements - Tools, Hand and Power OSHA citation code: 19260300 B02 | Serious | 1 | 3 | $1,300 | $466 | Oct 28, 1993 | Nov 17, 1993 | May 20, 1994 |
| 01003 | 1926.556 Aerial Tramways OSHA citation code: 19260556 B02 V | Serious | 1 | 5 | $1,625 | $584 | Oct 28, 1993 | Nov 17, 1993 | May 20, 1994 |
| 02001 | 1926.152 Flammable Liquids OSHA citation code: 19260152 G09 | Other | 1 | 8 | $0 | $0 | Oct 28, 1993 | Nov 17, 1993 | May 20, 1994 |
Jul 9, 1986#2233179Jul 9, 1986Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Safety#2233179$1601 viol.1 violation$160 in penalties
Inspection #2233179
Dates
- Opened
- Jul 9, 1986
- Closing Conference Date
- Oct 21, 1986
- Contested
- Nov 26, 1986
- Final Order
- Dec 5, 1986
- Closed
- Jun 2, 1987
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 1,850
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 1
- Violation Types
- 1 serious
- Initial Penalties
- $320
- Penalties on Record
- $160
- Site Address
- 22801 St. Clair Ave., Euclid, OH 44117
- Industry
- 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (1 of 1 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.179 Overhead and Gantry Cranes OSHA citation code: 19100179 L03 IIA | Serious | 2 | 5 | $320 | $160 | Mar 4, 1987 | Nov 26, 1986 | Dec 5, 1986 |
Oct 18, 1985#100069467Oct 18, 1985Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Safety#100069467$702 viol.2 violations$70 in penalties
Inspection #100069467
Dates
- Opened
- Oct 18, 1985
- Closing Conference Date
- Oct 24, 1985
- Closed
- Nov 20, 1985
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- No
- Owner Type
- Private
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 1,950
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 2
- Violation Types
- 1 serious, 1 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $70
- Penalties on Record
- $70
- Site Address
- 22801 St Clair Ave, Euclid, OH 44117
- Industry
- 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (2 of 2 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.212 General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding) OSHA citation code: 19100212 A03 II | Serious | 1 | 1 | $70 | $70 | Dec 10, 1985 | - | - |
| 02001 | 1910.212 General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding) OSHA citation code: 19100212 A01 | Other | 7 | 21 | $0 | $0 | Nov 1, 1985 | - | - |
Mar 14, 1984#264135Mar 14, 1984Complaint (B) · Partial scope, Safety#264135$1802 viol.2 violations$180 in penalties
Inspection #264135
Dates
- Opened
- Mar 14, 1984
- Closing Conference Date
- Jun 21, 1984
- Closed
- Jul 8, 1986
Inspection
- Advance Notice
- Not recorded
- Owner Type
- Not recorded
- Union Status
- No
- Number of Employees
- 1,950
- Related Activity
- 1 complaint
Violations and Penalties
- Total Violations
- 2
- Violation Types
- 1 serious, 1 other-than-serious
- Initial Penalties
- $180
- Penalties on Record
- $180
- Site Address
- 22801 St Clair Ave, Euclid, OH 44117
- Industry
- 423840 Industrial Supplies Merchant Wholesalers
Complaint Inspection: This inspection record is categorized as a complaint inspection in the DOL OSHA enforcement data. OSHA can open complaint-driven inspections after receiving safety or health complaints from workers or their representatives.
Violations
Violation list (2 of 2 shown)
| Citation | Standard | Type | Instances | Exposed | Initial | Current | Abatement | Contest | Final Order |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1910.212 General Requirements for All Machines (Machine Guarding) OSHA citation code: 19100212 A01 | Serious | 4 | 21 | $180 | $180 | Aug 17, 1984 | - | - |
| 02001 | 1910.219 Mechanical Power-Transmission Apparatus OSHA citation code: 19100219 C02 I | Other | 2 | 21 | $0 | $0 | Aug 17, 1984 | - | - |
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The maximum penalty for a serious violation in 2025 is $16,550 per violation. For willful violations, the range is $11,823 to $165,514. The current penalty column shows the latest amount on record in OSHA's database for each citation. When the current penalty differs from the initial penalty, OSHA's records show that the amount changed during the enforcement process, but this page does not determine the specific reason for each change. Penalty amounts are set by OSHA and adjusted annually for inflation.
27 inspections, 1974 to 2024. Each row is one inspection; point at or tap a row for its dates and totals.
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Standards cited
Chemical exposure sampling
Sample results are listed in the record of each inspection that collected them.
Industry comparison
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods, 25,794 employers with OSHA inspections. Arithmetic from DOL records.