Tar heel, NC
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, Tar heel, NC has 7 employers tracked by OSHA with 19 total inspections and $347K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Tar heel
Workplace safety enforcement records in Tar heel, NC span 7 employers and 19 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 2.7 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 108 violations — a rate of 5.68 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $347K, averaging $50K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: SMITHFIELD FARMLAND CORP. alone accounts for $200K in current OSHA penalties, representing 57.8% of the citywide total. The 108 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 Tar heel typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 7 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 Tar heel
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SMITHFIELD FARMLAND CORP. Manufacturing | 2 | 49 | $200K |
| 2 | THE SMITHFIELD PACKING COMPANY, INCORPORATED Wholesale Trade | 7 | 44 | $132K |
| 3 | Smithfield Farmland Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | DURHAM COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY DBA CLASSIC FOOD Accommodation & Food Services | 4 | 7 | $9K |
| 5 | PACKERS SANITATION SERVICES, INC. Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | 1 | $5K |
| 6 | US SECURITY ASSOCIATES, INC. Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | 2 | $0 |
| 7 | U. S. DEPT OF AGRICULTURE/FSIS Public Administration | 2 | 5 | $0 |
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All Employers in Tar heel, NC
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| SMITHFIELD FARMLAND CORP. | Manufacturing | 2 | $200K |
| THE SMITHFIELD PACKING COMPANY, INCORPORATED | Wholesale Trade | 7 | $132K |
| Smithfield Farmland | Manufacturing | 0 | $0 |
| DURHAM COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY DBA CLASSIC FOOD | Accommodation & Food Services | 4 | $9K |
| PACKERS SANITATION SERVICES, INC. | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $5K |
| US SECURITY ASSOCIATES, INC. | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $0 |
| U. S. DEPT OF AGRICULTURE/FSIS | Public Administration | 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.
