Wauconda, 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, Wauconda, IL has 11 employers tracked by OSHA with 21 total inspections and $170K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Wauconda
Workplace safety enforcement records in Wauconda, IL span 11 employers and 21 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.9 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 136 violations — a rate of 6.48 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $170K, averaging $15K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: DURO-CHROME INDUSTRIES INC. alone accounts for $46K in current OSHA penalties, representing 27.0% of the citywide total. The 136 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 Wauconda typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 11 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 Wauconda
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | DURO-CHROME INDUSTRIES INC. Manufacturing | 3 | 24 | $46K |
| 2 | PRECIOUS METAL REFINING SERVICES, INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 19 | $30K |
| 3 | ECON WELDING & FABRICATION, LLC Manufacturing | 2 | 17 | $26K |
| 4 | MICHAEL A. PRATE, INC. Construction | 2 | 32 | $24K |
| 5 | SYNERGY FLAVORS, INC. Manufacturing | 4 | 23 | $22K |
| 6 | CANTARERO PALLETS, INC Manufacturing | 2 | 4 | $18K |
| 7 | MENGES ROLLER COMPANY, INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 17 | $4K |
| 8 | McMaid- Wauconda Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | Gleason & Elfering Mechanical Services Construction | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | FIDELITONE, INC. Transportation & Warehousing | 2 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Wauconda, IL
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| DURO-CHROME INDUSTRIES INC. | Manufacturing | 3 | $46K |
| PRECIOUS METAL REFINING SERVICES, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $30K |
| ECON WELDING & FABRICATION, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $26K |
| MICHAEL A. PRATE, INC. | Construction | 2 | $24K |
| SYNERGY FLAVORS, INC. | Manufacturing | 4 | $22K |
| CANTARERO PALLETS, INC | Manufacturing | 2 | $18K |
| MENGES ROLLER COMPANY, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $4K |
| McMaid- Wauconda | Administrative & Waste Services | 0 | $0 |
| Gleason & Elfering Mechanical Services | Construction | 0 | $0 |
| FIDELITONE, INC. | Transportation & Warehousing | 2 | $0 |
| GREEN WORLD RECYCLING LLC DBA GREEN WORLD COPIER AND SUPPLIES | Manufacturing | 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.
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