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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottman Transmission & Total Auto Care | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| Transport Care Services | Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | $0 |
| D & T STEEL FABRICATORS INC | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| VOYLES MASONRY, INC. | Construction | 3 | $5K |
| Brown Electric, LLC | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Casual Flanagan Community Care Home | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Planet Vapor -Two Notch Road | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Crescent Hospice - Columbia | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| King of Carts | Wholesale Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Carolina Bingo | Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 | $0 |
| Kinder Academy Too | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Total Care Transport | Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | $0 |
| Truth of Columbia | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Focus Eye Care Center (Harbison Blvd.) | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Medico of South Carolina | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| Rodeway Inn Harbison Ave | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Breccia Construction | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| M Cafe | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Holiday Inn Express | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| McDonnell & Associates, PA | Professional & Technical Services | 0 | $0 |
| Devine Eyes, PA | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Country Inn and Suites Columbia @ Harbison | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Miyo's Forest Drive, LLC | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Village Idiot Pizza & Pub | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| HIREQUEST LLC | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $4K |
| SODEXO | Accommodation & Food Services | 3 | $3K |
| Jackson's Southern Kitchen | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| USPS | Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | $0 |
| Royal Z Lanes | Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 0 | $0 |
| CW RESOURCES, INC. | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $3K |
| Century Glass | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| Obama Gas Station | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Agape Hospice House | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA | Educational Services | 9 | $490 |
| The Foot Institute (main office) | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| C&C Welding of Andrews, LLC | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| G & S Janitorial Services | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| Maleo's Dogs, Burger and More | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| HUSQVARNA CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS NORTH AMERICA INC | Manufacturing | 2 | $3K |
| Blue Ginger Asian Bistro | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| New Bridge Home Care | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| DAVIS AND SON MASONRY INC | Construction | 2 | $3K |
| GILLS CREEK WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT | Utilities | 2 | $3K |
| McCarthy Tire Service - Store # 49 | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Corley Construction | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Best Loading Service | Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | $0 |
| Homewood Suites by Hilton | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Allegiance Industries, Inc. | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| Residence Inn By Marriott | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| National Guard Association of SC | Finance & Insurance | 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.
