Establishment profile
GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC.
2601 9TH AVENUE, COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA, 51502
331511 — Iron Foundries
Summary
GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC. has accumulated 112 OSHA violations across 22 inspections over 39 years of recorded history, with $74,043 in total assessed penalties.
The establishment sits in the 97th percentile for violations within its industry-state peer group of 61 employers. Inspection frequency runs at the 98th percentile. The most recent enforcement activity was recorded 13 years ago.
Federal records were found in 2 of 15 sources. Sources without matching records returned empty for this establishment.
Agency coverage
GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC. appears in OSHA workplace safety and NLRB labor relations records only. No matching records were found in WHD wage enforcement, MSHA mine safety, 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, CPSC product recalls, or NHTSA vehicle recalls.
OSHA workplace safety
73% of inspections at this establishment produced violations, with 14 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. 20 distinct standards shown · 36 citations in this view · $41,100 in penalties.
| CFR section | Citations | Inspections | Total penalty | First cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 CFR 8800.04 | 5 | 2 | $3,150 | Dec 1989 | Apr 1990 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0212 A01 | 3 | 3 | $6,535 | Jun 1991 | Jan 2013 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0147 C04 I | 3 | 3 | $3,235 | Jun 1991 | Dec 2006 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0023 C01 | 2 | 2 | $2,000 | Apr 1990 | May 1993 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1000 C | 2 | 2 | $1,300 | Oct 1997 | Sep 2012 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0023 D01 III | 2 | 2 | $770 | Jun 1987 | May 1993 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0107 E02 | 2 | 2 | $360 | Apr 1990 | Sep 1990 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0147 C07 I | 2 | 2 | — | Oct 1997 | Dec 2006 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0134 A01 | 2 | 1 | — | Oct 1997 | Oct 1997 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1000 E | 2 | 1 | — | Oct 1997 | Oct 1997 |
| 29 CFR 1200.004 1 | 2 | 2 | — | Sep 1990 | Oct 1997 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0179 N03 IV | 1 | 1 | $8,000 | Apr 1990 | Apr 1990 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1025 J03 I | 1 | 1 | $3,000 | Jan 2013 | Jan 2013 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1025 C01 | 1 | 1 | $3,000 | Jan 2013 | Jan 2013 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0134 A02 | 1 | 1 | $2,250 | Sep 2012 | Sep 2012 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1025 J01 I | 1 | 1 | $1,500 | Jan 2013 | Jan 2013 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1027 F02 I | 1 | 1 | $1,500 | Jan 2013 | Jan 2013 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1025 D02 | 1 | 1 | $1,500 | Jan 2013 | Jan 2013 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1025 E03 I | 1 | 1 | $1,500 | Jan 2013 | Jan 2013 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1027 D01 I | 1 | 1 | $1,500 | Jan 2013 | Jan 2013 |
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 3315 within IA. Peer group: 61 employers. This establishment has 112 OSHA violations; peer median is 14.
Safety self-report (OSHA 300A)
No self-reported injury rates filed with OSHA's Injury Tracking Application for GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC.. 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 GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC.. Verify directly with Occupational Safety and Health Administration →
OSHA accident events
Accidents, fatalities, and catastrophes documented during OSHA inspections at this employer. Each entry links to the inspection that recorded it.
| Date | Event | Injuries | Hospitalized | Fatalities | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 10, 2006 | AMPUTATED,THUMB,CAUGHT BETWEEN,PIPE | 1 | 1 | — | |
| May 20, 2000 | PIPE PLUG,AMPUTATED,FINGER,WORK RULES,SLIP,CAUGHT BETWEEN,HAND,UNGUARDED | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Jun 3, 1991 | CLOTHING,SEVERED,FINGER,WORK RULES,LOCKOUT,MILLING MACHINE,BLADE,UNGUARDED | 1 | 1 | — | |
| Oct 5, 1989 | CHEST,HEAD,PINNED,EARTHMOVING EQUIP,NECK,FALLING OBJECTFatality | 1 | — | 1 | |
| May 30, 1987 | HEAD,WORK RULES,FALL,FALL PROTECTION,CONCUSSION,ELEVATED WORK PLATFatality | 1 | — | 1 |
Source: OSHA accident investigations. Narratives are recorded by the inspecting officer and may be truncated.
Activity timeline
No federal enforcement activity has been recorded against this establishment in 13+ years. Most recent activity: 13 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 GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC.. Verify directly with Wage and Hour Division →
Mine safety (MSHA)
No MSHA mine safety violations on file for GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC.. Verify directly with Mine Safety and Health Administration →
Labor relations (NLRB)
Company-level in IA — for GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., 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 GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., 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.). 3 cases · 3 ULP
| Case number | Type | Filed | Closed | Status | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17-CA-024193 | Unfair labor practice | Jun 2008 | Aug 2008 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 17-CA-024091 | Unfair labor practice | Feb 2008 | May 2008 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 17-CA-021971 | Unfair labor practice | Nov 2002 | May 2004 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
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 GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC.. Verify directly with Office of Foreign Labor Certification →
Environmental compliance (EPA)
No EPA inspections or formal enforcement actions on file for GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC.. Verify directly with Environmental Protection Agency →
Federal criminal prosecution record
No federal criminal prosecutions, plea agreements, or deferred-prosecution agreements on file for GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC.. Verify directly with UVA Corporate Prosecution Registry →
Inspection history
| Date | Trigger | Violations | Serious | Penalty | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012-09-21 | Referral | 21 | 13 | $25,000 | |
| 2012-06-04 | Complaint | 2 | 2 | $2,250 | |
| 2009-08-19 | Planned | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 2007-06-11 | Complaint | 3 | 2 | $1,875 | |
| 2006-11-28 | Referral | 2 | 2 | $2,000 | |
| 2003-08-12 | Complaint | 2 | 1 | $1,063 | |
| 2002-03-06 | Complaint | 3 | 3 | $1,125 | |
| 2001-01-23 | Complaint | 1 | — | $0 | |
| 2001-01-23 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 2000-06-20 | Referral | 1 | 1 | $1,500 | |
| 1997-05-28 | Complaint | 22 | 16 | $8,000 | |
| 1995-06-20 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 1995-05-17 | Complaint | 2 | — | $1,400 | |
| 1993-04-12 | Complaint | 6 | 2 | $3,400 | |
| 1991-06-03 | Accident | 3 | 3 | $1,600 | |
| 1990-07-03 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 1990-06-26 | Referral | 6 | 5 | $990 | |
| 1990-01-23 | Complaint | 33 | 31 | $21,200 | |
| 1989-10-09 | Accident | 2 | 2 | $2,000 | |
| 1988-07-20 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 1987-07-24 | Follow-up | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 1987-06-02 | Accident | 3 | 2 | $640 |
Source: OSHA IMIS. Citation amounts reflect initially assessed penalties; final amounts after appeal may differ.
In the news
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About this data
This profile aggregates federal enforcement records on GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC. 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.
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Contact sales →Frequently asked
- What is GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC.'s OSHA violation history?
- GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC. has 22 OSHA inspections on record with 112 violations and $74,042.5 in total penalties.
- How does GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC.'s safety record compare to its industry?
- GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC. operates in the iron foundries industry. The industry average Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) is 5.5.
- Has GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC. had any workplace fatalities?
- Yes. Federal records show 2 fatality investigations involving GRIFFIN PIPE PRODUCTS CO., INC..