Ottawa, KS
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, Ottawa, KS has 16 employers tracked by OSHA with 26 total inspections and $93K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Ottawa
Workplace safety enforcement records in Ottawa, KS span 16 employers and 26 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.6 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 45 violations — a rate of 1.73 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $93K, averaging $6K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: Loma Vista Nursery alone accounts for $0 in current OSHA penalties, representing 0.0% of the citywide total. The 45 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 Ottawa typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 16 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 Ottawa
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Loma Vista Nursery Wholesale Trade | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2 | FASHION, INC. Manufacturing | 6 | 19 | $52K |
| 3 | Midwest Cabinet Company Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | SCHUFF STEEL COMPANY Manufacturing | 4 | 8 | $19K |
| 5 | OTTAWA COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION Wholesale Trade | 2 | 3 | $9K |
| 6 | Old 56 Family Restaurant Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | KENNETH GOFF Construction | 2 | 4 | $7K |
| 8 | Comfort Inn Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | Boots and Spurs Daycare Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | US PIPE FABRICATION, LLC Manufacturing | 2 | 4 | $3K |
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All Employers in Ottawa, KS
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loma Vista Nursery | Wholesale Trade | 0 | $0 |
| FASHION, INC. | Manufacturing | 6 | $52K |
| Midwest Cabinet Company | Manufacturing | 0 | $0 |
| SCHUFF STEEL COMPANY | Manufacturing | 4 | $19K |
| OTTAWA COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATION | Wholesale Trade | 2 | $9K |
| Old 56 Family Restaurant | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| KENNETH GOFF | Construction | 2 | $7K |
| Comfort Inn | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Boots and Spurs Daycare | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| US PIPE FABRICATION, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $3K |
| ASTRO TRUCK COVERS INC | Manufacturing | 2 | $3K |
| ERNEST-SPENCER CUSTOM COATINGS, INC | Manufacturing | 2 | $2K |
| Daylight Donuts | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| LOYD BUILDERS INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| WAL-MART DISTRIBUTION CENTER | Transportation & Warehousing | 2 | $0 |
| SELECT STEEL INCORPORATED | 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.
