Establishment profile
NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC
1725 ROCKINGHAM ROAD, DAVENPORT, IA, 52802
331315 — Aluminum Sheet, Plate, and Foil Manufacturing
Summary
NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC has accumulated 27 OSHA violations across 10 inspections over 34 years of recorded history, with $56,038 in total assessed penalties.
The establishment sits in the 90th percentile for violations within its industry-state peer group of 11 employers. Inspection frequency runs at the 80th percentile. The most recent enforcement activity was recorded 6 years ago.
Federal records were found in 2 of 15 sources. Sources without matching records returned empty for this establishment.
Agency coverage
NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC 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
90% of inspections at this establishment produced violations, with 4 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 · 24 citations in this view · $56,038 in penalties.
| CFR section | Citations | Inspections | Total penalty | First cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 CFR 1910.0212 A01 | 3 | 2 | $14,200 | Jun 1992 | Jul 2020 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0022 A01 | 3 | 3 | $11,250 | Sep 2012 | Mar 2017 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0176 C | 1 | 1 | $5,000 | Feb 2020 | Feb 2020 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0037 A02 | 1 | 1 | $5,000 | Feb 2020 | Feb 2020 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0303 B08 I | 1 | 1 | $4,000 | Feb 2020 | Feb 2020 |
| 88.4 - CODE OF IOWA (2017) | 1 | 1 | $1,875 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2017 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0023 C01 | 1 | 1 | $1,875 | Jul 2015 | Jul 2015 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0106 D04 I | 1 | 1 | $1,600 | Jun 1992 | Jun 1992 |
| 29 CFR 1904.0039 A02 | 1 | 1 | $1,500 | Jul 2020 | Jul 2020 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0147 C04 II | 1 | 1 | $1,200 | Jun 1992 | Jun 1992 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0252 B04 IV | 1 | 1 | $1,125 | Jun 1992 | Jun 1992 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0212 A03 II | 1 | 1 | $1,000 | Jun 1992 | Jun 1992 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0219 D01 | 1 | 1 | $1,000 | Jun 1992 | Jun 1992 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0219 E03 I | 1 | 1 | $1,000 | Jun 1992 | Jun 1992 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1200 H03 II | 1 | 1 | $938 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2017 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0305 B01 II | 1 | 1 | $938 | Mar 2017 | Mar 2017 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0145 C03 | 1 | 1 | $750 | Jun 1992 | Jun 1992 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0023 D01 I | 1 | 1 | $750 | Jun 1992 | Jun 1992 |
| 29 CFR 1910.1200 G08 | 1 | 1 | $550 | Apr 2013 | Apr 2013 |
| 29 CFR 1910.0304 G05 | 1 | 1 | $488 | Mar 2011 | Mar 2011 |
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 most other employers in NAICS 3313 within IA. Peer group: 11 employers. This establishment has 27 OSHA violations; peer median is 11.
Safety self-report (OSHA 300A)
No self-reported injury rates filed with OSHA's Injury Tracking Application for NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC. 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 NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC. 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 9, 2020 | Aluminum Processing,Amputated,Amputation,Crushed,Crushing,Falling Object,Finger,Fingertip,Partial Amputation,Steel Plate,Struck By,Tension | 1 | — | — | |
| Nov 1, 2013 | FRACTURE,PELVIS,STRUCK BY,ELBOW,FALLING OBJECT,HIP | 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 6+ years. Most recent activity: 6 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 NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC. Verify directly with Wage and Hour Division →
Mine safety (MSHA)
No MSHA mine safety violations on file for NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC. Verify directly with Mine Safety and Health Administration →
Labor relations (NLRB)
Company-level in IA — for NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC, 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 NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC 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.). 31 cases · 31 ULP
| Case number | Type | Filed | Closed | Status | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25-CA-128836 | Unfair labor practice | May 2014 | Jun 2014 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-128833 | Unfair labor practice | May 2014 | Jun 2014 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-128679 | Unfair labor practice | May 2014 | Jun 2014 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-125372 | Unfair labor practice | Mar 2014 | May 2014 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-119243 | Unfair labor practice | Dec 2013 | Sep 2025 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-119242 | Unfair labor practice | Dec 2013 | Jan 2014 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-119084 | Unfair labor practice | Dec 2013 | Feb 2014 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-103228 | Unfair labor practice | Apr 2013 | May 2013 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-103215 | Unfair labor practice | Apr 2013 | Jun 2013 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-100686 | Unfair labor practice | Mar 2013 | May 2013 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-100447 | Unfair labor practice | Mar 2013 | May 2013 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-100376 | Unfair labor practice | Mar 2013 | May 2013 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-100367 | Unfair labor practice | Mar 2013 | May 2013 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-084639 | Unfair labor practice | Jul 2012 | Sep 2012 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-082698 | Unfair labor practice | Jun 2012 | Jul 2012 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-082690 | Unfair labor practice | Jun 2012 | Dec 2015 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-082683 | Unfair labor practice | Jun 2012 | Sep 2012 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-080242 | Unfair labor practice | May 2012 | Sep 2012 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 25-CA-080239 | Unfair labor practice | May 2012 | Sep 2012 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
| 14-CA-078742 | Unfair labor practice | Apr 2012 | Oct 2012 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 14-CA-077666 | Unfair labor practice | Mar 2012 | May 2012 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 14-CA-075319 | Unfair labor practice | Feb 2012 | Apr 2012 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 14-CA-074962 | Unfair labor practice | Feb 2012 | Oct 2012 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 14-CA-074997 | Unfair labor practice | Feb 2012 | Apr 2012 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 14-CA-072517 | Unfair labor practice | Jan 2012 | Mar 2012 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 14-CA-072511 | Unfair labor practice | Jan 2012 | Apr 2012 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 14-CA-070585 | Unfair labor practice | Dec 2011 | Feb 2012 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 14-CA-069768 | Unfair labor practice | Nov 2011 | Dec 2011 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 14-CA-068098 | Unfair labor practice | Nov 2011 | Dec 2011 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 14-CA-067446 | Unfair labor practice | Oct 2011 | Mar 2012 | Closed | Region 14, Saint Louis, Missouri |
| 33-CA-015140 | Unfair labor practice | May 2006 | Jul 2007 | Closed | Region 25, Indianapolis, Indiana |
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 NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC. Verify directly with Office of Foreign Labor Certification →
Environmental compliance (EPA)
No EPA inspections or formal enforcement actions on file for NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC. Verify directly with Environmental Protection Agency →
Federal criminal prosecution record
No federal criminal prosecutions, plea agreements, or deferred-prosecution agreements on file for NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC. Verify directly with UVA Corporate Prosecution Registry →
Inspection history
| Date | Trigger | Violations | Serious | Penalty | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-03-06 | Referral | 2 | — | $14,500 | |
| 2019-10-14 | Complaint | 3 | — | $14,000 | |
| 2017-01-11 | Complaint | 5 | 1 | $4,688 | |
| 2015-03-02 | Complaint | 2 | — | $1,875 | |
| 2013-12-17 | Complaint | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 2013-08-09 | Complaint | 1 | 1 | $9,375 | |
| 2013-03-01 | Complaint | 1 | — | $550 | |
| 2012-06-18 | Complaint | 1 | 1 | $938 | |
| 2011-01-26 | Complaint | 2 | — | $488 | |
| 1992-06-01 | Planned | 10 | 9 | $9,625 |
Source: OSHA IMIS. Citation amounts reflect initially assessed penalties; final amounts after appeal may differ.
In the news
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- ARCONIC DAVENPORT WORKSRIVERDALE — 2 federal enforcement records
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About this data
This profile aggregates federal enforcement records on NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC 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 NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC's OSHA violation history?
- NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC has 10 OSHA inspections on record with 27 violations and $56,037.5 in total penalties.
- How does NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC's safety record compare to its industry?
- NICHOLS ALUMINUM, LLC operates in the aluminum sheet, plate, and foil manufacturing industry. The industry average Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) is 1.5.