Kent, WA
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, Kent, WA has 115 employers tracked by OSHA with 220 total inspections and $383K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Kent
Workplace safety enforcement records in Kent, WA span 115 employers and 220 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.9 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 647 violations — a rate of 2.94 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $383K, averaging $3K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: LONGWELL COMPANY alone accounts for $166K in current OSHA penalties, representing 43.3% of the citywide total. The 647 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 Kent typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 115 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 Kent
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LONGWELL COMPANY Wholesale Trade | 2 | 17 | $166K |
| 2 | Diamond Structures, Inc Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 3 | Best Move Delivery Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | Chet's Roofing and Construction, Inc. Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 5 | Transmark Logistics, Inc. Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 6 | Postal Express Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | T'S Pro-Painting LLC Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 8 | Recovery Centers of King County - Kent, WA Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | CNC Diversified Manufacturing Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | Alki Bakery Inc. Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
Nearby Cities in WA
All Employers in Kent, WA
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| NITE HAWK SWEEPER LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $0 |
| SUNGLO GREENHOUSES | Manufacturing | 2 | $0 |
| SYSCO FOOD SERVICES OF SEATTLE | Wholesale Trade | 2 | $0 |
| BONNEVILLE POWER ADMINISTRATION-COVINGTON DISTRICT | Utilities | 4 | $0 |
| PAWS & CLAWS PET SALON INC | Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 2 | $0 |
| OVERLAND GROUP | Construction | 3 | $0 |
| WESTOWER COMMUNICATIONS INC. | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| EAST HILL TIRE INC | Retail Trade | 2 | $0 |
| SWIFT TOOL CO KENT | Wholesale Trade | 2 | $0 |
| PUGET SOUND ENERGY INC | Utilities | 2 | $0 |
| POLYGON NORTHWEST COMPANY | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| FEDEX NATIONAL LTL INC | Transportation & Warehousing | 3 | $0 |
| SOCIAL SECURITY ADMINISTRATION | Public Administration | 2 | $0 |
| QUANEX BUILDING PRODUCTS CORPO | Manufacturing | 2 | $0 |
| DEPT. OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, TAHOMA NATIONAL CEMETERY | Other Services | 3 | $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.
