Smith Industries, LLC has 27 OSHA inspections on record in Texas, the first in 1973.
OSHA's last visit started on Jan 30, 2026 on a referral, in Midland, and the case has not closed yet.
Across those inspections OSHA issued 99 citation items: 37 serious and 62 other-than-serious.
OSHA proposed $33,260 in penalties. After settlements and reviews the total is $17,595, down 47%.
Most often, OSHA cited 1910.134, respiratory protection (11 items).
For context, across all manufacturing employers the median penalty per cited inspection since 2015 is $3,600. Smith Industries, LLC averages $10,215 over 1 cited inspection in that time.
1 inspection on this page followed a fatal incident.
Smith Industries, LLC also files yearly injury logs with OSHA, summarized below.
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Watch this company3601 E. Hwy 158, Midland, TX 79706 · Metal Tank (Heavy Gauge) Manufacturing · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1a 29 CFR 1910.107(b)(5)(iv) · Spray painting and finishing |
Other-than-serious | $10,215 | $10,215 | May 29, 2026 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 1b 29 CFR 1910.107(c)(2) · Spray painting and finishing |
Serious | $10,215 | $0 | May 29, 2026 | Final |
8300 Hemstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77001 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
8300 Hemstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77001 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1904.2(a) · Partial exemption for establishments in certain industries |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 27, 1994 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1904.5(c) · Determination of work-relatedness |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 27, 1994 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1910.22(d)(1) · General requirements |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 27, 1994 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 4 29 CFR 1910.146(k)(1)(ii) · Permit-required confined spaces |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 27, 1994 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 5 29 CFR 1910.146(k)(1)(iii) · Permit-required confined spaces |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 27, 1994 | Closed |
8300 Hemstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77001 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1904.5(c) · Determination of work-relatedness |
Other-than-serious | $850 | $0 | Apr 22, 1992 | Closed |
8300 Hemstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77001 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
Incident on Jan 17, 1991 (fatal): Employee killed when caught between load and cart
Employee #1 placed a 5,100 lb load on a cart to adjust the load's sling length. The load apparently toppled over onto the employee and pinned him against the ca rt, killing him.
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1) · Guarding floor and wall openings and holes |
Serious | $480 | $350 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1) · Eye and face protection |
Serious | $240 | $120 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(1) · Lockout/tagout |
Serious | $480 | $350 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 4a 29 CFR 1910.178(l) · Forklifts and other powered industrial trucks |
Serious | $400 | $300 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 4b 29 CFR 1910.178(p)(1) · Forklifts and other powered industrial trucks |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 5 29 CFR 1910.184(c)(2) · Slings |
Serious | $480 | $400 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 6 29 CFR 1910.184(c)(9) · Slings |
Serious | $480 | $350 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 7a 29 CFR 1910.184(d) · Slings |
Serious | $560 | $400 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 7b 29 CFR 1910.184(e)(4) · Slings |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 7c 29 CFR 1910.184(e)(3)(i) · Slings |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 7d 29 CFR 1910.184(e)(3)(ii) · Slings |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 8 29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9) · Grinders and abrasive wheels |
Serious | $240 | $120 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 9 29 CFR 1910.304(a)(2) · Grounding and circuit protection |
Serious | $560 | $270 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 10 29 CFR 1910.304(f)(4) · Grounding and circuit protection |
Serious | $480 | $240 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1910.94(d)(9)(iv) · Ventilation |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 2 29 CFR 1910.106(d)(4)(v) · Flammable liquids |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 3 29 CFR 1910.179(b)(5) · Overhead and gantry cranes |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 4 29 CFR 1910.305(b)(1) · Electrical wiring methods |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Feb 5, 1991 | Closed |
8300 Hemstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77001 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1) · General requirements |
Serious | $300 | $0 | Mar 6, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.22(a)(2) · General requirements |
Serious | $300 | $0 | Mar 6, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1910.132(a) · Personal protective equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $400 | $150 | Mar 6, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 4 29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1) · Eye and face protection |
Serious | $600 | $150 | Mar 6, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 5 29 CFR 1910.176(a) · Material storage and aisles |
Serious | $500 | $125 | Mar 6, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 6 29 CFR 1910.176(c) · Material storage and aisles |
Serious | $300 | $125 | Mar 6, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 7a 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(5)(i) · Hazard communication |
Serious | $500 | $85 | Mar 6, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 7b 29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(5)(ii) · Hazard communication |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Mar 6, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 8 29 CFR 1910.1200(g)(1) · Hazard communication |
Serious | $500 | $80 | Mar 6, 1991 | Final |
| Citation 1, item 9 29 CFR 1910.1200(h) · Hazard communication |
Serious | $500 | $85 | Mar 6, 1991 | Final |
8300 Hemstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77001 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.151(c) · First aid and eyewash |
Serious | $210 | $210 | Jul 8, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1910.134(b)(2) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 8, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 2 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(i) · Hazard communication |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 8, 1988 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 3 29 CFR 1910.1200(e)(1)(iii) · Hazard communication |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 8, 1988 | Closed |
I 10 & Fm 949, Columbus, TX 78935 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
8300 Hempstead Highway, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9) · Grinders and abrasive wheels |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Apr 7, 1982 | Closed |
8300 Hempstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
8300 Hempstead Highway, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.307(b) · Hazardous (classified) locations |
Serious | $560 | $560 | Dec 3, 1981 | Closed |
8300 Hempstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1) · Machine guarding |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jan 16, 1980 | Closed |
8300 Hempstend Hwy, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
8300 Hempstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.22(c) · General requirements |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 20, 1979 | Closed |
8300 Hempstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
6300 Hempstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1a 29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1) · Guarding floor and wall openings and holes |
Serious | $350 | $350 | Jul 5, 1979 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 1b 29 CFR 1910.23(d)(1)(ii) · Guarding floor and wall openings and holes |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 5, 1979 | Closed |
8300 Hempsterd Highway, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
8300 Hempstead Highway, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
8300 Hempstead Hwy, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1a 29 CFR 1910.94(d)(9)(iv) · Ventilation |
Serious | $350 | $350 | Oct 19, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 1b 29 CFR 1910.94(d)(9)(v) · Ventilation |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 19, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 1c 29 CFR 1910.94(d)(9)(vii) · Ventilation |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 19, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 1d 29 CFR 1910.94(d)(12)(i) · Ventilation |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 19, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 1e 29 CFR 1910.94(d)(12)(iv) · Ventilation |
Serious | $0 | $0 | Dec 18, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.132(a) · Personal protective equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $350 | $350 | Oct 25, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1910.145(c)(2)(i) · Specifications for accident prevention signs and tags |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Oct 25, 1978 | Closed |
8300 Hempstead Highway, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 OSH Act Section 5(a)(1) · General Duty Clause |
Serious | $720 | $720 | Jul 19, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1 29 CFR 1910.133(a)(1) · Eye and face protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 19, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 2 29 CFR 1910.151(c) · First aid and eyewash |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Jul 19, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 3, item 1a 29 CFR 1910.134(b)(3) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 31, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 3, item 1b 29 CFR 1910.134(b)(9) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 31, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 3, item 1c 29 CFR 1910.134(c) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 31, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 3, item 1d 29 CFR 1910.134(d)(2)(ii) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 31, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 3, item 1e 29 CFR 1910.134(d)(2)(ii) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 31, 1978 | Closed |
| Citation 3, item 2 29 CFR 1910.134(e)(3)(iii) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Aug 31, 1978 | Closed |
8300 Hempstead Rd, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
8300 Hempstead, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
8300 Hempstead, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
8300 Hemstead Highway, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
8300 Hempstead, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1) · General requirements |
Other-than-serious | $30 | $30 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.22(b)(1) · General requirements |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1910.22(b)(2) · General requirements |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 4 29 CFR 1910.22(c) · General requirements |
Other-than-serious | $35 | $35 | May 14, 1975 | Contested |
| Citation 1, item 5 29 CFR 1910.23(a) · Guarding floor and wall openings and holes |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 6 29 CFR 1910.23(c)(1) · Guarding floor and wall openings and holes |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 7 29 CFR 1910.27(f) · Fixed ladders |
Other-than-serious | $30 | $30 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 8 29 CFR 1910.94(a)(5)(i) · Ventilation |
Other-than-serious | $30 | $30 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 9 29 CFR 1910.94(a)(5)(v) · Ventilation |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 10 29 CFR 1910.94(a)(7) · Ventilation |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 11 29 CFR 1910.107(c)(3) · Spray painting and finishing |
Other-than-serious | $30 | $30 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 12 29 CFR 1910.107(c)(6) · Spray painting and finishing |
Other-than-serious | $65 | $65 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 13 29 CFR 1910.134(b)(1) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 14 29 CFR 1910.134(b)(6) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 15 29 CFR 1910.134(b)(11) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $30 | $30 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 16 29 CFR 1910.134(f)(4) · Respiratory protection |
Other-than-serious | $30 | $30 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 17 29 CFR 1910.151(c) · First aid and eyewash |
Other-than-serious | $30 | $30 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 18 29 CFR 1910.157(a)(1) · Portable fire extinguishers |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 19 29 CFR 1910.157(a)(2) · Portable fire extinguishers |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 20 29 CFR 1910.157(a)(3) · Portable fire extinguishers |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 21 29 CFR 1910.157(a)(5) · Portable fire extinguishers |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 22 29 CFR 1910.157(d)(3)(iv) · Portable fire extinguishers |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 23 29 CFR 1910.215(a)(1) · Grinders and abrasive wheels |
Other-than-serious | $30 | $30 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 24 29 CFR 1910.215(a)(4) · Grinders and abrasive wheels |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 25 29 CFR 1910.219(e)(1)(i) · Belts, pulleys and power-transmission parts |
Other-than-serious | $30 | $30 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 26 29 CFR 1910.252(a)(2)(iib)(0) · Welding fire safety |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 27 29 CFR 1910.252(a)(2)(iid)(0) · Welding fire safety |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1a 29 CFR 1910.106(d)(4)(i) · Flammable liquids |
Serious | $600 | $600 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1b 29 CFR 1910.106(d)(4)(ii) · Flammable liquids |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1c 29 CFR 1910.106(d)(4)(iii) · Flammable liquids |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1d 29 CFR 1910.106(d)(4)(iv) · Flammable liquids |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
| Citation 2, item 1e 29 CFR 1910.106(d)(4)(v) · Flammable liquids |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | May 14, 1975 | Closed |
8300 Hemstead, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
No citations from this inspection.
8300 Hempstead, Houston, TX 77008 · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.25(d)(1)(x) · Portable wood ladders |
Other-than-serious | $50 | $50 | Sep 12, 1973 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.179(j)(2)(iv) · Overhead and gantry cranes |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Sep 12, 1973 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1910.252(a)(2)(ivc)(0) · Welding fire safety |
Other-than-serious | $0 | $0 | Sep 12, 1973 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 4 29 CFR 1910.252(e)(2)(iii) · Welding fire safety |
Other-than-serious | $90 | $90 | Sep 12, 1973 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 5 | Other-than-serious | $30 | $30 | Sep 12, 1973 | Closed |
From the Form 300A summaries employers file with OSHA each year. Rate = recordable cases per 100 full-time workers.
In 2025, the Midland site logged 0 recordable injuries or illnesses among about 148 workers: 0.0 per 100 full-time workers, against a median of 2.8 for its industry.
| Site and year | Workers | Cases | Days-away cases | Rate | Industry median |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smith Industries, LLC Midland · 2025 | 148 | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 2.8 |
Current text from the Code of Federal Regulations. Some citations were issued under older wording.
29 CFR 1910.106(d)(4)(i)
(4) Design and construction of inside storage rooms—(i) Construction. Inside storage rooms shall be constructed to meet the required fire-resistive rating for their use. Such construction shall comply with the test specifications set forth in Standard Methods of Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials, NFPA 251-1969. Where an automatic sprinkler system is provided, the system shall be designed and installed in an acceptable manner. Openings to other rooms or buildings shall be provided with noncombustible liquid-tight raised sills or ramps at least 4 inches in height, or the floor in the storage area shall be at least 4 inches below the surrounding floor. Openings shall be provided with approved self-closing fire doors. The room shall be liquid-tight where the walls join the floor. A permissible alternate to the sill or ramp is an open-grated trench inside of the room which dra
29 CFR 1910.106(d)(4)(ii)
(ii) Rating and capacity. Storage in inside storage rooms shall comply with Table H-13.
29 CFR 1910.106(d)(4)(iii)
(iii) Wiring. Electrical wiring and equipment located in inside storage rooms used for Category 1 or 2 flammable liquids, or Category 3 flammable liquids with a flashpoint below 100 °F (37.8 °C), shall be approved under subpart S of this part for Class I, Division 2 Hazardous Locations; for Category 3 flammable liquids with a flashpoint at or above 100 °F (37.8 °C) and Category 4 flammable liquids, shall be approved for general use.
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