Westminster, South Carolina · Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing · NAICS 336211
US Engine Valve has 2 OSHA inspections on record in South Carolina, the first in 1996.
OSHA's last visit started on Jul 5, 2023 on a referral, in Westminster.
Across those inspections OSHA issued 7 citation items: 7 serious.
OSHA proposed $10,500 in penalties. After settlements and reviews the total is $8,250, down 21%.
For context, across all manufacturing employers the median penalty per cited inspection since 2015 is $3,600. US Engine Valve averages $2,250 over 1 cited inspection in that time.
US Engine Valve also files yearly injury logs with OSHA, summarized below.
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Watch this company7039 S Hwy 11, Westminster, SC 29693 · Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing · OSHA's record · Phone and website on Google Maps
| Citation and rule | Type | Proposed | Current | Issued | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citation 1, item 1 29 CFR 1910.132(d)(2) · Personal protective equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $4,500 | $2,250 | Dec 18, 2023 | Final |
7039 S. Hwy 11, Westminster, SC 29693 · 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 | $900 | $900 | Jul 9, 1996 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 2 29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1) · Machine guarding |
Serious | $900 | $900 | Jul 9, 1996 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 3 29 CFR 1910.215(b)(9) · Grinders and abrasive wheels |
Serious | $900 | $900 | Jul 9, 1996 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 4 29 CFR 1910.218(f)(1) · Forging machines |
Serious | $1,200 | $1,200 | Jul 9, 1996 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 5 29 CFR 1910.303(b)(1) · Electrical equipment, general requirements |
Serious | $1,200 | $1,200 | Jul 9, 1996 | Closed |
| Citation 1, item 6 29 CFR 1910.304(f)(5)(vc)(5) · Grounding and circuit protection |
Serious | $900 | $900 | Jul 9, 1996 | Closed |
From the Form 300A summaries employers file with OSHA each year. Rate = recordable cases per 100 full-time workers.
In 2025, the Westminster site logged 3 recordable injuries or illnesses among about 193 workers: 1.3 per 100 full-time workers, against a median of 2.7 for its industry. Those cases cost 7 days away from work.
| Site and year | Workers | Cases | Days-away cases | Rate | Industry median |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Engine Valve Westminster · 2025 | 193 | 3 | 1 | 1.3 | 2.7 |
Current text from the Code of Federal Regulations. Some citations were issued under older wording.
29 CFR 1910.132(d)(2)
(2) The employer shall verify that the required workplace hazard assessment has been performed through a written certification that identifies the workplace evaluated; the person certifying that the evaluation has been performed; the date(s) of the hazard assessment; and, which identifies the document as a certification of hazard assessment.
29 CFR 1910.151(c)
(c) Where the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be provided within the work area for immediate emergency use.
29 CFR 1910.212(a)(1)
(a) Machine guarding—(1) Types of guarding. One or more methods of machine guarding shall be provided to protect the operator and other employees in the machine area from hazards such as those created by point of operation, ingoing nip points, rotating parts, flying chips and sparks. Examples of guarding methods are—barrier guards, two-hand tripping devices, electronic safety devices, etc.
Source: U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement data. A citation is OSHA's allegation; employers can contest it, and the status column shows where each item stands. Something wrong on this page? Tell us.