Columbus, WI
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, Columbus, WI has 9 employers tracked by OSHA with 23 total inspections and $146K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Columbus
Workplace safety enforcement records in Columbus, WI span 9 employers and 23 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 2.6 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 95 violations — a rate of 4.13 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $146K, averaging $16K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: G. D. ROBERTS & CO., INC. alone accounts for $73K in current OSHA penalties, representing 50.2% of the citywide total. The 95 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 Columbus typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 9 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 Columbus
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | G. D. ROBERTS & CO., INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 26 | $73K |
| 2 | GARDNER EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 41 | $29K |
| 3 | RHODES INTERNATIONAL, INC. Manufacturing | 3 | 3 | $13K |
| 4 | GAR PLASTICS INC. Wholesale Trade | 3 | 8 | $8K |
| 5 | GAR PLASTICS, INC. Wholesale Trade | 4 | 5 | $7K |
| 6 | GARDNER EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC Manufacturing | 3 | 4 | $7K |
| 7 | OTTERY BROTHERS, LLC Other Services | 2 | 1 | $5K |
| 8 | SASSY COW CREAMERY LLC Retail Trade | 2 | 7 | $4K |
| 9 | AMERICAN PACKAGING CORPORATION Manufacturing | 2 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Columbus, WI
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| G. D. ROBERTS & CO., INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $73K |
| GARDNER EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $29K |
| RHODES INTERNATIONAL, INC. | Manufacturing | 3 | $13K |
| GAR PLASTICS INC. | Wholesale Trade | 3 | $8K |
| GAR PLASTICS, INC. | Wholesale Trade | 4 | $7K |
| GARDNER EQUIPMENT COMPANY, INC | Manufacturing | 3 | $7K |
| OTTERY BROTHERS, LLC | Other Services | 2 | $5K |
| SASSY COW CREAMERY LLC | Retail Trade | 2 | $4K |
| AMERICAN PACKAGING CORPORATION | Manufacturing | 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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