Creston, IA
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, Creston, IA has 12 employers tracked by OSHA with 32 total inspections and $206K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Creston
Workplace safety enforcement records in Creston, IA span 12 employers and 32 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 2.7 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 110 violations — a rate of 3.44 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $206K, averaging $17K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: WDC ACQUISITION, LLC alone accounts for $70K in current OSHA penalties, representing 34.0% of the citywide total. The 110 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 Creston typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 12 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 Creston
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | WDC ACQUISITION, LLC Manufacturing | 4 | 17 | $70K |
| 2 | FANSTEEL WELLMAN DYNAMICS Manufacturing | 7 | 35 | $56K |
| 3 | FARLEY'S & SATHERS CANDY COMPANY, INC. Manufacturing | 3 | 15 | $22K |
| 4 | BUNN-O-MATIC CORPORATION Manufacturing | 4 | 4 | $18K |
| 5 | INNOVATIVE INDUSTRIES Healthcare & Social Assistance | 1 | 7 | $13K |
| 6 | GREEN VALLEY CHEMICAL CORP. Manufacturing | 2 | 12 | $15K |
| 7 | FERRARA CANDY COMPANY Manufacturing | 3 | 10 | $11K |
| 8 | Matura Action Corp. Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | CRESTON, CITY OF Public Administration | 2 | 4 | $2K |
| 10 | ASBESTOS HANDLERS, INC. Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | 6 | $188 |
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All Employers in Creston, IA
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| WDC ACQUISITION, LLC | Manufacturing | 4 | $70K |
| FANSTEEL WELLMAN DYNAMICS | Manufacturing | 7 | $56K |
| FARLEY'S & SATHERS CANDY COMPANY, INC. | Manufacturing | 3 | $22K |
| BUNN-O-MATIC CORPORATION | Manufacturing | 4 | $18K |
| INNOVATIVE INDUSTRIES | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 1 | $13K |
| GREEN VALLEY CHEMICAL CORP. | Manufacturing | 2 | $15K |
| FERRARA CANDY COMPANY | Manufacturing | 3 | $11K |
| Matura Action Corp. | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| CRESTON, CITY OF | Public Administration | 2 | $2K |
| ASBESTOS HANDLERS, INC. | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $188 |
| BLATTNER ENERGY | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| BENSON HILL, INC. | 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.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
