Establishment profile
CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED
801 MEMORY LANE, YORK, PA, 17403
Operated by Caterpillar Inc · 1 of 190 establishments
423120 — Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant Wholesalers
Summary
CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED has accumulated 23 OSHA violations across 18 inspections over 38 years of recorded history, with $19,160 in total assessed penalties.
The establishment sits in the 98th percentile for violations within its industry-state peer group of 104 employers. Inspection frequency runs at the 100th percentile. The most recent enforcement activity was recorded 17 years ago.
Federal records were found in 3 of 15 sources. Sources without matching records returned empty for this establishment.
Agency coverage
CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED appears in OSHA workplace safety, MSHA mine safety, NLRB labor relations, and NHTSA vehicle recalls records only. No matching records were found in WHD wage enforcement, EPA environmental compliance, OFLC visa and labor certification (historical), FMCSA motor carrier registration, SAM.gov federal debarment, CMS nursing home enforcement, UVA Corporate Prosecution Registry, or CPSC product recalls.
OSHA workplace safety
61% of inspections at this establishment produced violations, with 6 inspections producing serious-or-greater violations.
Most-cited OSHA standards
Top OSHA standards cited at this employer, ranked by citation count. Standards (CFR sections) cluster citations into safety themes -- machine guarding, lockout-tagout, hazard communication, fall protection, process safety, etc. A concentration on one or two sections reveals a pattern that individual citations don’t. 19 distinct standards shown · 23 citations in this view · $19,160 in penalties.
| CFR section | Citations | Inspections | Total penalty | First cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 CFR 1910.0132 A | 2 | 2 | $2,975 | Nov 1991 | May 1997 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0151 C | 2 | 2 | $2,125 | Jun 1992 | May 1997 |
| 29 CFR 1904.0002 A | 2 | 2 | $1,000 | Jan 1990 | Oct 1993 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1200 F05 II | 2 | 2 | $200 | Jan 1990 | Oct 1991 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0147 C01 | 1 | 1 | $4,500 | Jul 1994 | Jul 1994 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0212 A03 II | 1 | 1 | $4,500 | Jul 1994 | Jul 1994 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0022 C | 1 | 1 | $1,275 | Oct 1993 | Oct 1993 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0147 C07 IIIA | 1 | 1 | $1,125 | Jul 1993 | Jul 1993 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0020 E03 I | 1 | 1 | $1,000 | Apr 1995 | Apr 1995 |
| 5A0001 | 1 | 1 | $220 | Jan 1990 | Jan 1990 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0101 B | 1 | 1 | $220 | Jan 1990 | Jan 1990 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0242 B | 1 | 1 | $20 | Jul 1994 | Jul 1994 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0133 A01 | 1 | 1 | — | May 1997 | May 1997 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0147 C06 I | 1 | 1 | — | Jul 1994 | Jul 1994 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0147 C07 I | 1 | 1 | — | Jul 1994 | Jul 1994 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0022 B02 | 1 | 1 | — | May 1994 | May 1994 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0303 G02 I | 1 | 1 | — | Nov 1992 | Nov 1992 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1200 F05 I | 1 | 1 | — | Jan 1990 | Jan 1990 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0022 A01 | 1 | 1 | — | Jan 1990 | Jan 1990 |
Source: OSHA inspection citations (violation_detail). CFR section codes can be looked up at osha.gov/laws-regs for the formal standard text. Per-inspection detail and the specific violation descriptions are available by expanding individual inspections below.
Peer comparison
Worse on violations than nearly every other employer in NAICS 4231 within PA. Peer group: 104 employers. This establishment has 23 OSHA violations; peer median is 2.
Safety self-report (OSHA 300A)
No self-reported injury rates filed with OSHA's Injury Tracking Application for CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED. Verify directly with OSHA Injury Tracking Application →
Industry benchmark
BLS rates reflect industry-wide averages. Self-reported figures come from OSHA’s Injury Tracking Application; absence of self-reported data does not necessarily indicate non-compliance — many establishments fall below the ITA reporting threshold.
Inspection breakdown
Complaint- and accident-triggered inspections are stronger risk signals than routine planned inspections.
OSHA severe injury reports
No severe injury reports (hospitalization, amputation, or loss of an eye) on file under 29 CFR 1904.39 for CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED. Verify directly with Occupational Safety and Health Administration →
Activity timeline
No federal enforcement activity has been recorded against this establishment in 17+ years. Most recent activity: 17 years ago. Data on this page is refreshed weekly.
Wage & Hour Division (WHD)
No WHD wage, overtime, or child-labor enforcement cases on file for CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED. Verify directly with Wage and Hour Division →
Mine safety (MSHA)
Company-level in PA — for Caterpillar Inc, not this location alone
Mine Safety & Health Administration — citations issued at mining operations. MSHA records cases at the company/regional level (no worksite address), so these are matched by company name and state and may span other Caterpillar Inc operations in the same state.
MSHA citations
Mine Safety and Health Administration citations. S&S (significant and substantial) marks violations that could reasonably contribute to a serious injury. Negligence rating is MSHA’s operator-culpability assessment (none, low, moderate, high, or reckless disregard). Proposed = assessed at issuance; Paid = post-settlement / appeal. 8 citations · 3S&S · 8 contractor · $930 proposed / $930 paid.
| Citation | Mine | Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Proposed | Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7731838 | Wampum Plant Cemex Inc Lawrence, PA contractor: Caterpillar, Inc. | Mar 2000 | — | Yes | ModNegligence | $224 | $224 |
| 7725879 | Wampum Plant Cemex Inc Lawrence, PA contractor: Caterpillar, Inc. | Jan 2000 | — | Yes | ModNegligence | $224 | $224 |
| 7727769 | Wampum Plant Cemex Inc Lawrence, PA contractor: Caterpillar, Inc. | Jan 2002 | — | Yes | LowNegligence | $207 | $207 |
| 7742062 | Wampum Plant Cemex Inc Lawrence, PA contractor: Caterpillar, Inc. | Jul 2001 | — | No | LowNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 7742061 | Wampum Plant Cemex Inc Lawrence, PA contractor: Caterpillar, Inc. | Jul 2001 | — | No | LowNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 7731814 | ESSROC CEMENT COPR. Lawrence, PA contractor: Caterpillar, Inc. | Feb 2000 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 7725878 | Wampum Plant Cemex Inc Lawrence, PA contractor: Caterpillar, Inc. | Jan 2000 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 7725877 | Wampum Plant Cemex Inc Lawrence, PA contractor: Caterpillar, Inc. | Jan 2000 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
Source: MSHA citation database. “Contractor” annotations indicate the cited party was on-site at the mine but not the mine’s operator -- responsibility attaches to the contractor LLC, not the mine’s owner. Section codes reference 30 CFR (the Mine Safety and Health regulations).
Labor relations (NLRB)
Company-level in PA — for Caterpillar Inc, not this location alone
National Labor Relations Board — unfair labor practice charges and union representation cases. The NLRB records cases at the company/regional level (no worksite address), so these are matched by company name and state and may span other Caterpillar Inc locations in the same state.
NLRB cases
National Labor Relations Board cases involving this employer. Includes unfair labor practice (ULP) filings and representation election proceedings. NLRB enforcement is process-driven; no per-case monetary penalty is assessed (remedies are case-by-case backpay orders, posting requirements, election re-runs, etc.). 2 cases · 1 ULP · 1 representation
| Case number | Type | Filed | Closed | Status | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05-RD-184405 | Representation election | Sep 2016 | Apr 2017 | Closed | Region 05, Baltimore, Maryland |
| 05-CA-034170 | Unfair labor practice | Mar 2008 | Aug 2008 | Closed | Region 05, Baltimore, Maryland |
Source: NLRB case files. Rows shown are those the agency has published. Region numbers (1–31) correspond to NLRB's geographic offices.
Visa & labor certification (OFLC) — historical
No H-1B, H-2A, or H-2B labor condition applications on file (historical data only — DOL ended OFLC publication) for CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED. Verify directly with Office of Foreign Labor Certification →
Environmental compliance (EPA)
No EPA inspections or formal enforcement actions on file for CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED. Verify directly with Environmental Protection Agency →
Federal criminal prosecution record
No federal criminal prosecutions, plea agreements, or deferred-prosecution agreements on file for CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED. Verify directly with UVA Corporate Prosecution Registry →
NHTSA vehicle & equipment recalls
Most-recalled component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Most recent campaign: 2019-06-14. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, matched on manufacturer name.
NHTSA campaign roster
Every NHTSA recall campaign issued for this manufacturer, most-recent first. Component column shows the primary system cited (airbags, brakes, electrical, fuel system, etc.). FMVSS column shows the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard cited, if any. Potentially affected = NHTSA’s estimate of vehicles in the recall scope. 9 campaigns shown · 16,370 units potentially affected · 8 distinct components.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Vehicles | FMVSS | Affected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19V462000 | Jun 2019 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | PROGRESSIVE RAIL SERVICES | — | 6 |
| 17V641000 | Oct 2017 | STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY | CATERPILLAR | — | 4 |
| 14V814000 | Dec 2014 | PARKING BRAKE:CONVENTIONAL:AIR | CATERPILLAR | — | 57 |
| 14V068000 | Feb 2014 | SERVICE BRAKES | CATERPILLAR | — | 181 |
| 13V072000 | Mar 2013 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | CATERPILLAR | 108 | 49 |
| 12V051000 | Feb 2012 | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE | CATERPILLAR | — | 104 |
| 11E051000 | Dec 2011 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | CATERPILLAR | — | 3,873 |
| 11E006000 | Feb 2011 | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | CATERPILLAR | — | 6,176 |
| 10E025000 | Jun 2010 | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | CATERPILLAR | — | 5,920 |
Source: NHTSA recall database. Each campaign typically covers multiple model years and trims; the Vehicles column shows the distinct makes affected (model lists collapse in this view to keep the row scannable).
Federal contracts
No federal contracts are recorded to this specific location.
Consolidated across all USAspending recipient entities under this corporate parent — not attributable to this single location.
Federal contract activity for the parent corporation. Source: USAspending.gov, net obligations. Recipient address is the SAM registration / HQ address, not necessarily the worksite.
Inspection history
| Date | Trigger | Violations | Serious | Penalty | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009-03-10 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 1997-03-19 | Complaint | 3 | 3 | $4,250 | |
| 1996-03-12 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 1994-11-03 | Complaint | 1 | — | $1,000 | |
| 1994-09-14 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 1994-04-29 | Complaint | 1 | — | $0 | |
| 1994-03-29 | Complaint | 5 | 4 | $9,020 | |
| 1993-08-18 | Complaint | 2 | — | $2,275 | |
| 1993-05-24 | Complaint | 1 | 1 | $1,125 | |
| 1993-02-22 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 1992-09-02 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 1992-08-06 | Complaint | 1 | — | $0 | |
| 1992-07-17 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 1992-05-15 | Complaint | 1 | — | $0 | |
| 1991-11-12 | Complaint | 1 | 1 | $850 | |
| 1991-09-20 | Complaint | 1 | — | $200 | |
| 1989-11-28 | Complaint | 6 | 2 | $440 | |
| 1988-03-31 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 |
Source: OSHA IMIS. Citation amounts reflect initially assessed penalties; final amounts after appeal may differ.
In the news
Part of a larger organization
CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED is one of 190 establishments rolled up under the parent organization Caterpillar Inc.
Federal enforcement records on this page represent activity at this specific establishment only. The full enforcement footprint of Caterpillar Inc across all 190 of its tracked locations is viewable on the parent profile.
Other employers in this industry and state
Other employers in motor vehicle supplies and new parts merchant wholesalers within PA, ordered by federal enforcement volume:
- FRED BEANS PARTS, INC.DOYLESTOWN — 2 federal enforcement records
- MOTOR TRUCK EQUIPMENT COMPANYDUNMORE — 2 federal enforcement records
- UPS FREIGHT TRUCKLOADKUTZTOWN — 2 federal enforcement records
- NavistarManchester — 2 federal enforcement records
- KEYSTONE AUTOMOTIVE OPERATIONS, INC.EXETER — 2 federal enforcement records
- Motor Truck Equipment CompanyYORK — 1 federal enforcement record
- AUTO ACCESSORIES OF AMERICA, CORVETTE AMERICA DIV.BOALSBURG — 1 federal enforcement record
- FLORIG EQUIPMENT OF PHILADELPHIACONSHOHOCKEN — 1 federal enforcement record
- INTERSTATE BATTERY OF POCONO MOUNTAINS INCTAMAQUA — 1 federal enforcement record
- KEYSTONE SPRING SERVICE, INC.PITTSBURGH — 1 federal enforcement record
Other locations under this parent
Other establishments operated by Caterpillar Inc, ordered by federal enforcement volume:
- CATERPILLAR, INC.AURORA, IL — 4 federal enforcement records
- CATERPILLAR, INC.LAFAYETTE, IN — 4 federal enforcement records
- CATERPILLAR INC.EAST PEORIA, IL — 4 federal enforcement records
- CATERPILLAR INC.MOSSVILLE, IL — 4 federal enforcement records
- CATERPILLAR, INC.PONTIAC, IL — 4 federal enforcement records
- CATERPILLAR INC.JOLIET, IL — 3 federal enforcement records
- CATERPILLAR, INC.EAST PEORIA, IL — 3 federal enforcement records
- CATERPILLAR INC.YORK, PA — 3 federal enforcement records
- CATERPILLAR INC.MAPLETON, IL — 3 federal enforcement records
- CaterpillarWaco, TX — 3 federal enforcement records
Related searches
- All Caterpillar Inc locationsParent rollup
- Motor Vehicle Supplies and New Parts Merchant WholesalersAll employers in this industry
- Employers in PAState-wide enforcement data
- Motor Vehicle Supplies in PAIndustry × state cross-filter
About this data
This profile aggregates federal enforcement records on CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED from every major federal compliance and enforcement source plus the UVA Corporate Prosecution Registry. OSHA workplace safety inspections, WHD wage cases, MSHA mine safety, EPA environmental enforcement, NLRB labor relations, OFLC visa/labor certification, FMCSA motor carrier registration, SAM.gov debarments, CMS nursing-home records, BLS industry safety benchmarks, OSHA ITA self-reported injury rates, SEC enforcement and financial disclosures, CPSC and NHTSA recalls.
Establishments are matched across agencies using normalized employer name, state, and ZIP code. This establishment resolves to the parent rollup Caterpillar Inc, which operates 190 establishments in our dataset.
OSHA citations typically appear 3–8 months after the inspection, so very recent enforcement actions may not yet be reflected. Profiles may be incomplete if the establishment operates under multiple legal names or files under variations our entity-matching rules don’t yet cover. To report a missing record or correction, email corrections@fastdol.com.
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Contact sales →Frequently asked
- What is CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED's OSHA violation history?
- CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED has 18 OSHA inspections on record with 23 violations and $19,160 in total penalties.
- How does CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED's safety record compare to its industry?
- CATERPILLAR, INCORPORATED operates in the motor vehicle supplies and new parts merchant wholesalers industry. The industry average Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) is 2.9.