Wood river, 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, Wood river, IL has 8 employers tracked by OSHA with 15 total inspections and $136K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Wood river
Workplace safety enforcement records in Wood river, IL span 8 employers and 15 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.9 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 40 violations — a rate of 2.67 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $136K, averaging $17K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: GBW RAILCAR SERVICES, L.L.C. alone accounts for $88K in current OSHA penalties, representing 65.1% of the citywide total. The 40 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 Wood river typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 8 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 Wood river
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GBW RAILCAR SERVICES, L.L.C. Transportation & Warehousing | 4 | 15 | $88K |
| 2 | WATCO COMPANIES, LLC Manufacturing | 2 | 9 | $31K |
| 3 | Los Tres Amigos - Wood River Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | MIKES, INC. Manufacturing | 2 | 7 | $11K |
| 5 | KARLAS CONSTRUCTION CO INC. Construction | 3 | 7 | $4K |
| 6 | Integrity Healthcare of Wood River Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | WAL-MART STORES, INC. Transportation & Warehousing | 2 | 1 | $1K |
| 8 | BECHTEL,INC. Construction | 2 | 1 | $0 |
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All Employers in Wood river, IL
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| GBW RAILCAR SERVICES, L.L.C. | Transportation & Warehousing | 4 | $88K |
| WATCO COMPANIES, LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $31K |
| Los Tres Amigos - Wood River | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| MIKES, INC. | Manufacturing | 2 | $11K |
| KARLAS CONSTRUCTION CO INC. | Construction | 3 | $4K |
| Integrity Healthcare of Wood River | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| WAL-MART STORES, INC. | Transportation & Warehousing | 2 | $1K |
| BECHTEL,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.
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