Knoxville, TN
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, Knoxville, TN has 289 employers tracked by OSHA with 296 total inspections and $808K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Knoxville
Workplace safety enforcement records in Knoxville, TN span 289 employers and 296 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.0 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 1,023 violations — a rate of 3.46 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $808K, averaging $3K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: RPM Drywall alone accounts for $0 in current OSHA penalties, representing 0.0% of the citywide total. The 1,023 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 Knoxville typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 289 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 Knoxville
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RPM Drywall Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2 | U.S. POSTAL SERVICE Transportation & Warehousing | 7 | 22 | $153K |
| 3 | Dalthan Cole and Jason Dunway Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | Alliance Worldwide Distributing Other Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 5 | Rutledge Pike Electric Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 6 | Anaba Northshore Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | Allied Universal Security Services Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 8 | Senor Taco Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | Land Maintenance & Development Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | Downtown Marriott-Knoxville Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Knoxville, TN
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Koontz Plumbing & Mechanical | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Jim's Garage and Wrecker Service | Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | $0 |
| Knoxville Wholesale Furniture | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Edfinancial Services | Finance & Insurance | 0 | $0 |
| AMERICA PLASTICS LLC DBA OMEGA PLASTICS | Manufacturing | 2 | $14K |
| M & C FORKLIFT SERVICES, INC. | Manufacturing | 6 | $14K |
| Amigos and Tequila | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| DIXIE ROOFING INC | Construction | 4 | $13K |
| Superior Construction Tennessee, Inc | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Bridges Funeral Home, Inc. | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| Pilot Travel Center | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Don Gallo Mexican Grill | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| JDC MASONRY INC. | Construction | 3 | $12K |
| REPUBLIC PLASTICS, L.P. | Manufacturing | 3 | $12K |
| JAC Jack Construction | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Family Homecare Services | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| J.EVANS.EXCAVATING.&.ASSOCIATES. INC. | Construction | 2 | $12K |
| 621610 - Seniors Helping Seniors | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Shoffner Kalthoff | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Allen's Roofing | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| UNITED DMS OF TENNESSEE LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $11K |
| Rosarito's Mexican Cantina | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Tennessee Guardrail, Inc. | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Young's Family Flooring | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| MCMILLAN ROOFING & HVAC LLC | Construction | 2 | $10K |
| Care Choices of Tennessee, Inc. | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Clarion Inn & Suites | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| DHANVI CORP | Accommodation & Food Services | 3 | $10K |
| Subway | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Dr, Danny Adkins, DDS | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| IGT Solutions | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| GO GREEN RECYCLING, LLC. | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $9K |
| CN Copeland Electric | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| FORT SANDERS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 4 | $9K |
| KNOXVILLE ZOOLOGICAL GARDENS INC | Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 2 | $9K |
| HEURISTIC WORKSHOP INC | Manufacturing | 3 | $9K |
| Palace Package Store | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Days Inn | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Occupational Health Systems | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Row Custom Design & Fabrication | Manufacturing | 0 | $0 |
| PHOTOBARN, INC. | Manufacturing | 3 | $8K |
| GERDAU AMERISTEEL US INC | Manufacturing | 2 | $8K |
| Puppy Zone | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Homestead Construction | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| SUN ELECTRIC COMPANY OF TENNESSEE, INC. | Construction | 2 | $8K |
| Casa Don Gallo Mexican Cuisine | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| UNIVERSITY HEALTH SYSTEM INC DBA THE UNIVERSITY OF | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | $8K |
| University of Tennessee Bookstore | Other | 0 | $0 |
| ETW, INC. | Transportation & Warehousing | 2 | $8K |
| Penn Station East Coast Subs | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $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.
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