Columbia, SC
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, Columbia, SC has 323 employers tracked by OSHA with 493 total inspections and $142K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Columbia
Workplace safety enforcement records in Columbia, SC span 323 employers and 493 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.5 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 460 violations — a rate of 0.93 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $142K, averaging $439 per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: South Carolina Department of Mental Health alone accounts for $0 in current OSHA penalties, representing 0.0% of the citywide total. The 460 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 Columbia typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 323 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 Columbia
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | South Carolina Department of Mental Health Other | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2 | RICHLAND COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT ONE Educational Services | 2 | 3 | $1K |
| 3 | CPC Medical Transportation Retail Trade | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | San Jose Restaurante Mexicano#20 Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 5 | Midlands Center Other | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 6 | EL Monterrey Mexican Restaurant Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | WALKER WHITE MECHANICAL Construction | 1 | 1 | $0 |
| 8 | Eggroll Chen Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | Ocean View Seafood and Steaks Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | Supermercado El Mariachi 3 Retail Trade | 0 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Columbia, SC
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodlands Golf and Country Club | Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 | $0 |
| Podiatry Services of SC, LLC. | Professional & Technical Services | 0 | $0 |
| Gateway Supply | Wholesale Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Transport Care Services LLC | Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | $0 |
| Carolina Comfort | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Kim Enterprises LLC, #2 | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Bilt Rite Garage Doors | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Javis Tax Service | Professional & Technical Services | 0 | $0 |
| Pho Viet | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Popeye's #11765 | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| MID STATE MASONRY CONTRACTORS INC | Construction | 2 | $11K |
| Sunshine Building Service | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| Legacy Caribbean Bar & Grill | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| South Carolina Dept. of Mental Health | Other | 0 | $0 |
| Polliwogs | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Focus Eye Care Center (Garner's Ferry Rd.) | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Comfort Suites at Harbison | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| McDonald's | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| AJ SERVICE JOINT VENTURE I, LLP | Administrative & Waste Services | 4 | $9K |
| Complete Car Care | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| California Dreaming | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| JP Holley Funeral Home | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| Miyo's | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Miyos Bower Parkway, LLC | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Bostick- Tompkins Funeral Home | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| Northlake Family Medical Pratice | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Comfort Inn & Suites | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Cricket Wireless-258 Parklane | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| GINKGO RESIDENTIAL | Finance & Insurance | 2 | $7K |
| MCCLAM & ASSOCIATES INC | Construction | 2 | $7K |
| Momo's Bistro | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Popeye's #10139 | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Planet Vapor - Garner's Ferry | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Alex Construction Framing of SC | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Colony Tire and Service #18 - Columbia | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| Kinder Academy 1 | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Cricket Wireless | Information | 0 | $0 |
| Kennedy's Assistive Living(KALEF)&MountainTop | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Capitol Hyundai | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Congaree Group | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| Premier Plus Motors | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Associates in Gastroenterology | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Always Best Care Senior Services | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Vision Therapy Institute | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Miyo's on Main Street | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Poettker for B Manning Construction | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Poettker Construction Company | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Planet Vapor - Huger Street | Retail Trade | 0 | $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.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
