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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIVINGSTON BUILDS | Construction | 3 | $150 |
| M BLOCH & CO INC | Wholesale Trade | 2 | $125 |
| VERALLIA | Manufacturing | 2 | $120 |
| CUTTING TOOL CONTROL INC | Retail Trade | 2 | $120 |
| R B I CONSTRUCTION INC | Construction | 2 | $100 |
| FOSTERS FRAME & AXLE | Other Services | 4 | $100 |
| LEAD AND ASBESTOS REMOVAL INC | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $100 |
| HST CONSTRUCTION INC | Construction | 3 | $100 |
| GENERAL BIODIESEL SEATTLE LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $100 |
| JIM DANDY SEWER SERVICES INC | Construction | 5 | $100 |
| FULLER ANDERSON ROOFING CO | Construction | 2 | $100 |
| PETER ROSS CA INC | Construction | 2 | $100 |
| NORTHWEST OUTDOOR CENTER INC | Real Estate & Rental | 2 | $100 |
| KAOSMAI RESTAURANT | Accommodation & Food Services | 2 | $100 |
| LIGHTING SUPPLY INC | Retail Trade | 2 | $100 |
| MICHAELO ESPRESSO INC | Retail Trade | 2 | $100 |
| HOLMBERG CO | Construction | 2 | $100 |
| GARDNER BOAT REPAIR INC | Manufacturing | 2 | $100 |
| GRAHAM CONTRACTING LTD | Construction | 6 | $0 |
| TRADESMEN INTERNATIONAL INC | Administrative & Waste Services | 3 | $0 |
| MCBRIDE CONSTRUCTION RESOURCES | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| R D C C INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| JORVE ROOFING COMPANY | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| AQUA DIVE SERVICES | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $0 |
| TURNER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY | Construction | 5 | $0 |
| JTM CONSTRUCTION | Construction | 5 | $0 |
| PACIFIC COAST CONTAINER NW | Transportation & Warehousing | 3 | $0 |
| CLIPPER NAVIGATION INC | Transportation & Warehousing | 2 | $0 |
| SEWARD PARK CLEANERS | Other Services | 2 | $0 |
| COMMERCIAL STRUCTURES, INC. | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| BLUE NORTH FISHERIES INC | Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 2 | $0 |
| C H G BUILDING SYSTEMS INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| UNITED PARCEL SERVICE INC | Transportation & Warehousing | 3 | $0 |
| OBERT MARINE SUPPLY INC | Wholesale Trade | 2 | $0 |
| CASCADE TOWER & RIGGING INC | Construction | 4 | $0 |
| NOAA DIVING CENTER | Professional & Technical Services | 2 | $0 |
| PACIFIC YACHT MANAGEMENT | Other Services | 2 | $0 |
| CONCO CEMENT COMPANY | Construction | 5 | $0 |
| HOLLAND CONSTRUCTION | Construction | 3 | $0 |
| GLY CONSTRUCTION | Construction | 3 | $0 |
| FOLEY SIGN COMPANY | Manufacturing | 2 | $0 |
| SOUTH SEATTLE VETERINARY HOSPI | Professional & Technical Services | 2 | $0 |
| BOW 2 STERN LLC | Other Services | 2 | $0 |
| FOUSHEE & ASSOCIATES CO INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| LAKE CITY POWERSPORTS | Retail Trade | 2 | $0 |
| WM DICKSON CO | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS CHITTENDEN LOCKS | Public Administration | 5 | $0 |
| SEABURG CONSTRUCTION CORP | Construction | 4 | $0 |
| WESTERN EXTERIOR SERVICES INC | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| TOTAL TERMINALS INTERNATIONAL | Transportation & Warehousing | 4 | $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.
