Gastonia, NC
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, Gastonia, NC has 81 employers tracked by OSHA with 119 total inspections and $58K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Gastonia
Workplace safety enforcement records in Gastonia, NC span 81 employers and 119 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.5 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 220 violations — a rate of 1.85 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $58K, averaging $718 per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: Tequilas Fresh Mexican Grill alone accounts for $0 in current OSHA penalties, representing 0.0% of the citywide total. The 220 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 Gastonia typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 81 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 Gastonia
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tequilas Fresh Mexican Grill Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2 | T3-FMS Professional & Technical Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 3 | Costanza Contracting, Inc. Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | The Building Center Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 5 | Gaston County Schools Other | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 6 | The Gamco Services, Inc Wholesale Trade | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | Focus Point Inc Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 8 | POWDER COATING SERVICES, INC. Manufacturing | 6 | 14 | $19K |
| 9 | Woodsprings Suites Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | Innovative Network Solutions (Gastonia) Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Gastonia, NC
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tequilas Fresh Mexican Grill | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| T3-FMS | Professional & Technical Services | 0 | $0 |
| Costanza Contracting, Inc. | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| The Building Center | Manufacturing | 0 | $0 |
| Gaston County Schools | Other | 0 | $0 |
| The Gamco Services, Inc | Wholesale Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Focus Point Inc | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| POWDER COATING SERVICES, INC. | Manufacturing | 6 | $19K |
| Woodsprings Suites | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Innovative Network Solutions (Gastonia) | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| INDUSTRIAL FABRICATORS, INC. | Manufacturing | 4 | $10K |
| A.C.T., Inc. | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| SMILE ZONE | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 1 | $250 |
| RISE-C | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| AMERICAN METAL FABRICATORS, INC. | Manufacturing | 4 | $7K |
| Metro PCS | Information | 0 | $0 |
| HERMAN REEVES TEXTILE SHEET METAL, INC. | Manufacturing | 1 | $150 |
| Meineke Car Care 730 | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| Intercare Health Service, Inc | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Terrace Ridge Assisted Living, Terrace Ridge | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| CHOICE U.S.A. BEVERAGE, INC. | Manufacturing | 3 | $6K |
| Ignited Minds ABA | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Days Inn | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Gaston County Government | Public Administration | 0 | $0 |
| ANG Services, Inc./Courtyard Marriott | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| A Child's Journey | Other | 0 | $0 |
| SOUTHWOOD REALTY COMPANY | Real Estate & Rental | 2 | $2K |
| B & B Homecare and Associates | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Rent A Center | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| FIRESTONE FIBERS & TEXTILES COMPANY, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $2K |
| Mid Town Motors Inn | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| THE SMILE ZONE | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | $2K |
| Capstone Multifamily | Real Estate & Rental | 0 | $0 |
| DEEP SOUTH INDUSTRIAL SERVICES, INC. | Construction | 2 | $2K |
| Home Instead Senior Care | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Double Barrel Saloon | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Terrace Ridge | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| GASTON COUNTY EMS | Public Administration | 2 | $0 |
| Hillbilly's BBQ & Steaks | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| GSM Services | Manufacturing | 0 | $0 |
| CHAMPION POWDER COATING & SANDBLASTING, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $1K |
| ALL AMERICAN BRAIDS, INC. | Manufacturing | 3 | $850 |
| DEMOLITION & ASBESTOS REMOVAL, INC. | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $750 |
| CENTERLINE PRECISION MACHINING, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $600 |
| CAROLINA PEDIATRIC CENTER, PLLC | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | $500 |
| RED VALVE COMPANY, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $430 |
| TEXLON PLASTICS CORP. | Manufacturing | 2 | $400 |
| A. B. CARTER, INC. | Manufacturing | 3 | $300 |
| DRAMAR MACHINE DEVICES, INC. | Manufacturing | 3 | $300 |
| CYNERGY PANEL INNOVATIONS | Manufacturing | 2 | $250 |
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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