Chicago, IL
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, Chicago, IL has 1,748 employers tracked by OSHA with 3,073 total inspections and $17.3M in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Chicago
Workplace safety enforcement records in Chicago, IL span 1,748 employers and 3,073 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.8 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 6,922 violations — a rate of 2.25 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $17.3M, averaging $10K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: Ashley Quality Care Inc alone accounts for $0 in current OSHA penalties, representing 0.0% of the citywide total. The 6,922 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 Chicago typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 1,748 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 Chicago
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashley Quality Care Inc Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2 | SCR Medical Transportation Services Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 3 | Tank Noodle Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | Cook County Clerk Of The Circuit Court Other | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 5 | Ashley's Quality Care Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 6 | POLO MASONRY BUILDERS, INC. Construction | 11 | 64 | $565K |
| 7 | BWAY CORPORATION Manufacturing | 20 | 34 | $534K |
| 8 | FLORENZA MARBLE & GRANITE CORPORATION Manufacturing | 2 | 32 | $500K |
| 9 | MONDELEZ INTERNATIONAL Manufacturing | 2 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | AllStyle Buffet Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Chicago, IL
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| PWF INC. | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| Customized Teez - Garfield Park | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| McDonalds | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| MERCURY PLASTICS, INC. | Manufacturing | 4 | $5K |
| SPARTAN CONTRACTORS INCORPORATED | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| DELTA DEMOLITION, INC. | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| Billy Goat Tavern Original | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| PRAIRIE HOME BUILDERS, LTD. | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| BARRY CALLEBAUT USA, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $5K |
| EXTERIOR BUILDING SOLUTIONS, INC. | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| Precise Information Systems and Professional | Public Administration | 0 | $0 |
| CHICAGO STEEL CONSTRUCTION, LLC | Construction | 3 | $5K |
| BAY VALLEY FOODS, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $5K |
| RUDD CONTAINER CORP. | Manufacturing | 3 | $5K |
| GREEN METAL DISTRIBUTION, INC. | Wholesale Trade | 2 | $5K |
| JUAN BARRERA DBA JUAN BARRERA | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| BRYN MAWR CARE, L.L.C. | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | $5K |
| LONGFORD CONSTRUCTION INC. | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| JERNBERG INDUSTRIES | Manufacturing | 3 | $4K |
| Devon Market LLC | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| KINSALE CONTRACTING GROUP INC. | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $5K |
| Valet Parking Authority Limited | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| GUILLERMO LANDSCAPING INC. | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| THE STANDARD COMPANIES INC. | Retail Trade | 2 | $5K |
| COLUMBIA PIPE & SUPPLY | Retail Trade | 2 | $5K |
| MADISON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY | Construction | 3 | $5K |
| Nick Cave | Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 | $0 |
| La Michoacana Azteca - Chicago | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Victory Records | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| 41 NORTH CONTRACTORS, LLC | Construction | 3 | $5K |
| ACC INC. | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| Granite Style Design Company | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Careplus Pharmacy, Inc. | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| MIM Installation Inc. | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| INSIDE-OUT PAINTING COMPANY | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| Brazzaz | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Rany Management | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| GERARDO GARCIA CONSTRUCTION, INC. | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| CHICAGO MEAT AUTHORITY, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $5K |
| Socotec Engineering, Inc. | Professional & Technical Services | 0 | $0 |
| Alden Princeton Rehabilitation Healthcare | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| M.Q. SEWER & WATER CONTRACTORS, INC. DBA M.Q. CONSTRUCTION COMPANY | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| Henry Booth House | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| ACTION CAULKING & SEALANTS, INC. | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| CITY PORCHES CO. | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| Forbidden Root | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| El Gallo Bravo | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Taco Burrito King (South Harlem) | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| ALFONSO MENDEZ DBA MENDEZ MASONRY LLC | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| TELCO MACHINE AND MFG., INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $5K |
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.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
