Eureka, CA
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, Eureka, CA has 54 employers tracked by OSHA with 154 total inspections and $205K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Eureka
Workplace safety enforcement records in Eureka, CA span 54 employers and 154 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 2.9 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 203 violations — a rate of 1.32 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $205K, averaging $4K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: SCHMIDBAUER LUMBER, INC. alone accounts for $43K in current OSHA penalties, representing 20.8% of the citywide total. The 203 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 Eureka typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 54 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 Eureka
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SCHMIDBAUER LUMBER, INC. Manufacturing | 4 | 10 | $43K |
| 2 | HILFIKER PIPE COMPANY Manufacturing | 2 | 5 | $40K |
| 3 | MERCER FRASER COMPANY Construction | 3 | 7 | $12K |
| 4 | BIEN PADRE FOODS, LLC Manufacturing | 2 | 4 | $12K |
| 5 | FIGAS CONSTRUCTION Construction | 4 | 6 | $11K |
| 6 | TABLE BLUFF BREWING, INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 1 | $11K |
| 7 | ALVES INC Construction | 3 | 3 | $9K |
| 8 | DANCO BUILDERS Construction | 8 | 7 | $9K |
| 9 | MCMURRAY & SONS, INC. Construction | 3 | 4 | $9K |
| 10 | CITY OF EUREKA Public Administration | 2 | 13 | $8K |
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All Employers in Eureka, CA
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| STERLING ENVIRONMENTAL CORPORATION | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $0 |
| GRANT CONSTRUCTION, INC. | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| LUCCHESI BUILDERS INC | Construction | 5 | $0 |
| DIESELMOTIVE COMPANY, INC | Wholesale Trade | 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.
