Trona, CA
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, Trona, CA has 10 employers tracked by OSHA with 35 total inspections and $65K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Trona
Workplace safety enforcement records in Trona, CA span 10 employers and 35 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 3.5 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 47 violations — a rate of 1.34 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $65K, averaging $6K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: SEARLES VALLEY MINERALS alone accounts for $32K in current OSHA penalties, representing 48.8% of the citywide total. The 47 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 Trona typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 10 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 Trona
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SEARLES VALLEY MINERALS Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 7 | 9 | $32K |
| 2 | SEARLES VALLEY MINERALS, INC. Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 3 | 10 | $23K |
| 3 | CR BRIGGS CORPORATION Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 2 | 10 | $6K |
| 4 | SEARLES VALLEY MINERALS INC Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 5 | 3 | $2K |
| 5 | DV NATURAL RESOURCES, LLC. Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 5 | 9 | $1K |
| 6 | BOWMAN ASPHALT INC Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 2 | 2 | $480 |
| 7 | ROAD MACHINERY LLC Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 2 | 1 | $400 |
| 8 | BOWMAN ASPHAULT INC Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 2 | 2 | $125 |
| 9 | SHAWN BARKER CONSTRUCTION INC Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 4 | 1 | $50 |
| 10 | ACE COGENERATION COMPANY Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 3 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Trona, CA
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEARLES VALLEY MINERALS | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 7 | $32K |
| SEARLES VALLEY MINERALS, INC. | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 3 | $23K |
| CR BRIGGS CORPORATION | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 2 | $6K |
| SEARLES VALLEY MINERALS INC | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 5 | $2K |
| DV NATURAL RESOURCES, LLC. | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 5 | $1K |
| BOWMAN ASPHALT INC | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 2 | $480 |
| ROAD MACHINERY LLC | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 2 | $400 |
| BOWMAN ASPHAULT INC | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 2 | $125 |
| SHAWN BARKER CONSTRUCTION INC | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 4 | $50 |
| ACE COGENERATION COMPANY | Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas | 3 | $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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