Galax, VA
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, Galax, VA has 17 employers tracked by OSHA with 50 total inspections and $259K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Galax
Workplace safety enforcement records in Galax, VA span 17 employers and 50 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 2.9 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 134 violations — a rate of 2.68 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $259K, averaging $15K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: TURMAN HARDWOOD FLOORING alone accounts for $122K in current OSHA penalties, representing 46.9% of the citywide total. The 134 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 Galax typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 17 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 Galax
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | TURMAN HARDWOOD FLOORING Manufacturing | 9 | 71 | $122K |
| 2 | TRANS PRO PAK, INC Manufacturing | 3 | 11 | $52K |
| 3 | VAUGHAN-BASSETT FURNITURE COMPANY Manufacturing | 6 | 18 | $52K |
| 4 | CITY OF GALAX MAINTENANCE SHOP Public Administration | 3 | 7 | $15K |
| 5 | ALBANY INDUSTRIES- GALAX, LLC Manufacturing | 3 | 4 | $11K |
| 6 | HANSEN TURBINE ASSEMBLIES Manufacturing | 2 | 9 | $5K |
| 7 | J G CORAM COMPANY, INC. Construction | 2 | 2 | $2K |
| 8 | Virginia Kares Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | CITY OF GALAX Public Administration | 4 | 6 | $0 |
| 10 | BREWER CONSTRUCTION, LLC. Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Galax, VA
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| TURMAN HARDWOOD FLOORING | Manufacturing | 9 | $122K |
| TRANS PRO PAK, INC | Manufacturing | 3 | $52K |
| VAUGHAN-BASSETT FURNITURE COMPANY | Manufacturing | 6 | $52K |
| CITY OF GALAX MAINTENANCE SHOP | Public Administration | 3 | $15K |
| ALBANY INDUSTRIES- GALAX, LLC | Manufacturing | 3 | $11K |
| HANSEN TURBINE ASSEMBLIES | Manufacturing | 2 | $5K |
| J G CORAM COMPANY, INC. | Construction | 2 | $2K |
| Virginia Kares | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| CITY OF GALAX | Public Administration | 4 | $0 |
| BREWER CONSTRUCTION, LLC. | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $0 |
| H & H ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, LLC. | Administrative & Waste Services | 4 | $0 |
| LIFE CENTER OF GALAX | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | $0 |
| AMERICAN ELECTRIC POWER | Utilities | 2 | $0 |
| GUARDIAN FABRICATION LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $0 |
| GALAX CITY PUBLIC SCHOOL BUS GARAGE | Public Administration | 2 | $0 |
| E LUKE GREENE CO., INC. | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $0 |
| AMERICAN MIRROR COMPANY | 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.
