Seattle, 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, Seattle, WA has 699 employers tracked by OSHA with 1,667 total inspections and $2.5M in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Seattle
Workplace safety enforcement records in Seattle, WA span 699 employers and 1,667 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 2.4 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 3,975 violations — a rate of 2.38 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $2.5M, averaging $4K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: KING COUNTY METRO TRANSIT alone accounts for $4K in current OSHA penalties, representing 0.1% of the citywide total. The 3,975 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 Seattle typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 699 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 Seattle
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KING COUNTY METRO TRANSIT Public Administration | 2 | 2 | $4K |
| 2 | Zillow Information | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 3 | Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation Utilities | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | PARTNERS CONSTRUCTION INC Construction | 6 | 28 | $376K |
| 5 | Tacos Chukis Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 6 | Donburi Station Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | Metropolitan Management Company Real Estate & Rental | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 8 | Shell Gas Station Retail Trade | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | Good Shepherd Home Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | Riverton Home Care Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Seattle, WA
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| KING COUNTY METRO TRANSIT | Public Administration | 2 | $4K |
| Zillow | Information | 0 | $0 |
| Ultra Safe Nuclear Corporation | Utilities | 0 | $0 |
| PARTNERS CONSTRUCTION INC | Construction | 6 | $376K |
| Tacos Chukis | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Donburi Station | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Metropolitan Management Company | Real Estate & Rental | 0 | $0 |
| Shell Gas Station | Retail Trade | 0 | $0 |
| Good Shepherd Home | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Riverton Home Care | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Leisure Care Retirement Communities | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Spring Kitchen | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Joy Fish | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Fedelta Home Care | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Santa Fe Mexican Grill & Cantina -Shoreline | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| EAST WEST SEAFOOD'S, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $94K |
| JORGENSEN FORGE | Manufacturing | 4 | $94K |
| Bonchon | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Matisia Consultants | Professional & Technical Services | 0 | $0 |
| WA317953541 - GREYSTAR MANAGEMENT SERVICES LP | Real Estate & Rental | 2 | $81K |
| Reliant Security | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| SEATTLE FIRE DEPARTMENT | Public Administration | 6 | $17K |
| Good Shepherd Home # 5 | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Allied Universal Security Services | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| Momiji | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Magnolia Home Care | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Tacos Guaymas | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Recovery Centers of King County - Seattle, WA | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Wesley Homes Community Health Services (CHS) | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Security Industry Specialists, Inc. | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| SJS Mechanical Services, LLC | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| Good Shepherd Home # 3 | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Discount Marine Supplies | Finance & Insurance | 0 | $0 |
| A BETTER ROOFING COMPANY | Construction | 4 | $4K |
| Good Shepherd Home # 1 | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Good Shepherd Home # 4 | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| E&E Foods | Manufacturing | 0 | $0 |
| Raven Services | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| CHINN CONSTRUCTION LLC | Construction | 9 | $46K |
| BUILD LOVE | Construction | 2 | $46K |
| Guardian Towing LLC | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| STEELER INC | Manufacturing | 5 | $44K |
| BEECHERS HANDMADE CHEESE LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $43K |
| Bella Nails & Spa | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| Spectra Contract Flooring | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| SEATTLE IRON & METALS CORP | Wholesale Trade | 5 | $41K |
| Glidewell Therrien Construction | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| A & C SERVICES INC | Administrative & Waste Services | 4 | $39K |
| DAL GLOBAL SERVICES INC | Transportation & Warehousing | 2 | $36K |
| FOUNDATION SPECIALISTS LLC | Construction | 3 | $35K |
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.
