Washington, IL
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, Washington, IL has 17 employers tracked by OSHA with 29 total inspections and $113K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Washington
Workplace safety enforcement records in Washington, IL span 17 employers and 29 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.7 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 60 violations — a rate of 2.07 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $113K, averaging $7K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: VANTES GENERAL CONTRACTOR INC. alone accounts for $30K in current OSHA penalties, representing 26.8% of the citywide total. The 60 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 Washington typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 17 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 Washington
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | VANTES GENERAL CONTRACTOR INC. Construction | 3 | 10 | $30K |
| 2 | MESSING CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. Construction | 2 | 3 | $30K |
| 3 | PAUL YODER Construction | 2 | 6 | $23K |
| 4 | Blue Margaritas Mexican Bar & Grill Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 5 | Blacksmith's Steakhouse Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 6 | PROFESSIONAL CONTRACTING SERVICES, INC. Construction | 2 | 12 | $7K |
| 7 | CHRIS JONES Construction | 2 | 11 | $7K |
| 8 | Kep's Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | MORROW CONSTRUCTION OF PEKIN, INC. Construction | 2 | 8 | $5K |
| 10 | Peplow & Bowers LLC Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Washington, IL
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| VANTES GENERAL CONTRACTOR INC. | Construction | 3 | $30K |
| MESSING CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. | Construction | 2 | $30K |
| PAUL YODER | Construction | 2 | $23K |
| Blue Margaritas Mexican Bar & Grill | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Blacksmith's Steakhouse | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| PROFESSIONAL CONTRACTING SERVICES, INC. | Construction | 2 | $7K |
| CHRIS JONES | Construction | 2 | $7K |
| Kep's | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| MORROW CONSTRUCTION OF PEKIN, INC. | Construction | 2 | $5K |
| Peplow & Bowers LLC | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| OMAR GUILLERMO VELAZQUEZ | Construction | 2 | $4K |
| LARAME MELCHERS | Construction | 2 | $3K |
| STARK EXCAVATING, INC. | Construction | 2 | $2K |
| RIVER CITY RENOVATIONS, LLC | Construction | 2 | $1K |
| UNKNOWN | Construction | 2 | $0 |
| UNKNOWN CONTRACTOR | Construction | 4 | $0 |
| LUCAS CONSTRUCTION, INC. | Construction | 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.