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.
In the most recent federal enforcement data, Columbia, SC has 325 employers tracked by OSHA with 495 total inspections and $142K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Columbia
Workplace safety enforcement records in Columbia, SC span 325 employers and 495 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.5 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 466 violations, a rate of 0.94 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $142K, averaging $437 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 466 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 325 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Dept of the Army | Retail Trade | 3 | $0 |
| U.S. Dept of Veterans Affairs | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 7 | $0 |
| U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs | Other Services | 2 | $0 |
| Boyer Commercial Construction INC | Construction | 4 | $0 |
| Gold Mech, INC. | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Department of Veterans Affairs | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 4 | $0 |
| US Dept of Agriculture | Public Administration | 3 | $0 |
| U.S. Department of Army | Public Administration | 2 | $0 |
| U.S. Dept of Defense | Public Administration | 5 | $0 |
| US Postal Service | Transportation & Warehousing | 2 | $0 |
| Rivers Plumbing and Electric, INC. | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Dept of Veterans Affairs | Public Administration | 10 | $0 |
| US Department of the Army | Public Administration | 2 | $0 |
| U.S. Department of the Army | Public Administration | 2 | $0 |
| US Department of Defense | Educational Services | 4 | $0 |
| Dept of the Army | Public Administration | 13 | $0 |
| Social Security Administration | Public Administration | 5 | $0 |
| Usdol Osha-Columbia | Public Administration | 24 | $0 |
| General Services Administration | Public Administration | 2 | $0 |
| Nelson Refrigeration, INC. | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| TKB Mechanical, LLC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Kirlin Builders, LLC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Rickey Mines Masonry | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Sherman Construction CO INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Richland County Emergency Services Department | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | $0 |
| Rodgers Builders INC | Construction | 10 | $0 |
| Mar Construction Company INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Construction Dynamics Incorporated | Construction | 3 | $0 |
| Cumming Construction Management INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Carothers Construction, INC. | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| McDonnell and Associates P a | Professional & Technical Services | 2 | $0 |
| McEntire Produce | Wholesale Trade | 4 | $0 |
| Coogler Construction INC | Construction | 3 | $0 |
| KBR Building Group LLC | Construction | 3 | $0 |
| B L Harbert International LLC | Construction | 3 | $0 |
| Sodexo INC | Accommodation & Food Services | 2 | $0 |
| H R Allen INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Mashburn Christman LLC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Bobbitt Design Build LLC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Hammer Construction LLC | Construction | 3 | $0 |
| Unknown | Construction | 8 | $0 |
| Hood Construction INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Unknown Contractor | Construction | 5 | $0 |
| Adams-Robinson Enterprises INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Gilbane Building Company | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Palmetto Health Richland | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | $0 |
| The Ritedose Corporation | Manufacturing | 2 | $0 |
| Amcol Systems | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $0 |
| R O D Construction INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| Connelly Builders INC | Construction | 3 | $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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Verify against the primary sources: OSHA Establishment Search · DOL Wage & Hour Division