2 open cases OSHA company record
Alpha Baking Co., Inc. OSHA inspections, violations & penalties · Chicago, IL
- Inspections since 2023
- 7
- Citations
- 23
- Current penalties
- $729,788
- Willful
- 0
- Repeat
- 12
Alpha Baking Co., Inc. had 7 OSHA inspections since 2023, with 23 citations and $729,788 in current penalties. That includes 0 willful and 12 repeat citations. The most-cited rule is 29 CFR 1910.147, The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout) (8 citations). 2 cases are still open, so penalties may change.
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OSHA inspections at Alpha Baking Co., Inc.
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| Opened | Inspection | Type | Status | Citations | Current penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 19, 2025 | 348515339 | Referral | Open | 6 | $212,788 |
| August 14, 2025 | 348438714 | Referral | Closed | 0 | $0 |
| May 1, 2025 | 348217316 | Referral | Open | 8 | $325,000 |
| January 31, 2025 | 348016643 | Complaint | Closed | 2 | $17,000 |
| November 22, 2024 | 347897951 | Referral | Closed | 1 | $11,000 |
| August 15, 2024 | 347689440 | Referral | Closed | 6 | $164,000 |
| April 8, 2024 | 347397218 | Follow-up | Closed | 0 | $0 |
| July 18, 2023 | 346837586 | Complaint | Closed | 2 | $9,000 |
| February 1, 2023 | 346481328 | Complaint | Closed | 3 | $7,305 |
| August 24, 2022 | 346168586 | Monitoring | Closed | 0 | $0 |
Penalties by citation type
OSHA standards Alpha Baking Co., Inc. was cited for
Each rule links to its plain-English page with the official text, how often OSHA cites it nationwide, and training that covers it.
8 citations · $426,200
The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout)
- 1910.147(c)(7)(i)(a) ×3
- 1910.147(d) Application of control ×3
- 1910.147(f)(3)(ii)(d) ×2
4 citations · $172,300
General requirements for all machines
- 1910.212(a)(1) Types of guarding ×3
- 1910.212(a)(3)(ii)
4 citations · $8,200
Mechanical power-transmission apparatus
Course: Guarding Belts, Pulleys, Gears and Shafts →2 citations · $99,000
Bakery equipment
- 1910.263(c)(3) Sprockets and V-belt drives ×2
2 citations · $24,088
Training
- 1910.332(b)(1) Practices addressed in this standard ×2
2 citations · $0
Safeguards for personnel protection
Course: Electrical Safety-Related Work Practices for Workers →1 citation · $0
Selection and use of work practices
- 1910.333(a) General
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Questions about Alpha Baking Co., Inc.’s OSHA record
How many times has OSHA inspected Alpha Baking Co., Inc.?
OSHA records list 7 inspections of Alpha Baking Co., Inc. in Chicago, IL since 2023, plus 3 older stored inspections.
How much has Alpha Baking Co., Inc. been fined by OSHA?
Since 2023: $1,196,849 in initial proposed penalties and $729,788 in current penalties across 23 citations. Open cases can still change.
What OSHA violations has Alpha Baking Co., Inc. been cited for?
Most-cited sections since 2023, with citation counts: 29 CFR 1910.147 (The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout)): 8; 29 CFR 1910.212 (General requirements for all machines): 4; 29 CFR 1910.219 (Mechanical power-transmission apparatus): 4; 29 CFR 1910.263 (Bakery equipment): 2; 29 CFR 1910.332 (Training): 2.
What do willful and repeat OSHA citations mean?
A willful citation means OSHA found the employer knowingly failed to comply or acted with plain indifference to worker safety. A repeat citation means the employer was cited for the same or a substantially similar hazard within the last five years. Both carry the highest penalties OSHA can propose.
Is this the same company as other Alpha Baking Co., Inc. locations?
Not necessarily. OSHA publishes records by establishment, so this page covers Chicago, IL only. Names merged here: ALPHA BAKING CO., INC.; ALPHA BAKING COMPANY; ALPHA BAKING COMPANY INC.; ALPHA BAKING COMPANY, INC..