Independence, 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, Independence, VA has 10 employers tracked by OSHA with 16 total inspections and $234K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Independence
Workplace safety enforcement records in Independence, VA span 10 employers and 16 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.6 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 122 violations — a rate of 7.63 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $234K, averaging $23K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: INDEPENDENCE LUMBER INC. alone accounts for $202K in current OSHA penalties, representing 86.6% of the citywide total. The 122 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 Independence typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 10 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 Independence
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | INDEPENDENCE LUMBER INC. Manufacturing | 5 | 95 | $202K |
| 2 | DARCO SOUTHERN, INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 14 | $26K |
| 3 | D.E. Cattle Company, LLC Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | Reyes Nature Greens Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 5 | BOTTOMLEY EVERGREENS & FARMS, INC. Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 2 | 6 | $6K |
| 6 | BD&R Timber Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | INDEPENDENCE LUMBER Manufacturing | 1 | 0 | $0 |
| 8 | VIRGINIA CAROLINA WATER AUTHORITY Utilities | 2 | 7 | $0 |
| 9 | GRAYSON MILLWORKS Manufacturing | 2 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | REAL PERFORMANCE MACHINERY LLC Manufacturing | 2 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Independence, VA
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| INDEPENDENCE LUMBER INC. | Manufacturing | 5 | $202K |
| DARCO SOUTHERN, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $26K |
| D.E. Cattle Company, LLC | Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 0 | $0 |
| Reyes Nature Greens | Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 0 | $0 |
| BOTTOMLEY EVERGREENS & FARMS, INC. | Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 2 | $6K |
| BD&R Timber | Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 0 | $0 |
| INDEPENDENCE LUMBER | Manufacturing | 1 | $0 |
| VIRGINIA CAROLINA WATER AUTHORITY | Utilities | 2 | $0 |
| GRAYSON MILLWORKS | Manufacturing | 2 | $0 |
| REAL PERFORMANCE MACHINERY LLC | 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.
