Chanute, KS
OSHA inspections and DOL WHD cases sourced from the most recent federal release. Each employer record links to the full inspection or case history.
As of 2024, Chanute, KS has 14 employers tracked by OSHA with 29 total inspections and $196K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Chanute
Workplace safety enforcement records in Chanute, KS span 14 employers and 29 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 2.1 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 62 violations — a rate of 2.14 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $196K, averaging $14K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: YOUNG'S WELDING INC alone accounts for $78K in current OSHA penalties, representing 39.9% of the citywide total. The 62 violations on record include every citation category OSHA tracks — serious, willful, repeat, and other-than-serious. Because OSHA prioritizes complaint-driven and high-hazard inspections, cities with active enforcement footprints like Chanute typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 14 employer records provide a verifiable compliance trail. Each record below links to that employer's full inspection history, violation breakdown, and penalty timeline. The underlying data comes directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement database and reflects current assessed amounts following any settlements, informal conferences, or formal contests.
Top Employers in Chanute
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | YOUNG'S WELDING INC Manufacturing | 7 | 26 | $78K |
| 2 | HBD / THERMOID, INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 3 | $61K |
| 3 | El Pueblito Mexican Restaurant-Chanute Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | HBD/THERMOID, INC Manufacturing | 3 | 10 | $21K |
| 5 | LARUE MACHINE INC. Manufacturing | 3 | 13 | $21K |
| 6 | J.V. Oil Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | SF AUTOMOTIVE CHANUTE, LLC. Retail Trade | 2 | 7 | $9K |
| 8 | Tri-Valley Developmental Services Other | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | SOCORRO RAMIREZ PLANCARTE | 2 | 2 | $3K |
| 10 | CHANUTE MANUFACTURING, A DIVISION OF OPTIMUS CORP. Manufacturing | 2 | 1 | $2K |
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All Employers in Chanute, KS
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| YOUNG'S WELDING INC | Manufacturing | 7 | $78K |
| HBD / THERMOID, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $61K |
| El Pueblito Mexican Restaurant-Chanute | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| HBD/THERMOID, INC | Manufacturing | 3 | $21K |
| LARUE MACHINE INC. | Manufacturing | 3 | $21K |
| J.V. Oil | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 0 | $0 |
| SF AUTOMOTIVE CHANUTE, LLC. | Retail Trade | 2 | $9K |
| Tri-Valley Developmental Services | Other | 0 | $0 |
| SOCORRO RAMIREZ PLANCARTE | 2 | $3K | |
| CHANUTE MANUFACTURING, A DIVISION OF OPTIMUS CORP. | Manufacturing | 2 | $2K |
| RUSSELL STEEL PRODUCTS, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $0 |
| CFT LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $0 |
| YOUNG'S PRODUCTS | Manufacturing | 2 | $0 |
| OPTIMIZED PROCESS FURNACES INC | Professional & Technical Services | 2 | $0 |
Source: OSHA Enforcement Data — U.S. Department of Labor (data.dol.gov)
Source: Wage & Hour Division (WHD) Compliance Actions — U.S. Department of Labor
Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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