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CD Excavating LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), CD Excavating LLC ranks #78,503 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 17 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty65% serious
$1,800
OSHA penalties
17
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#78,503
of 99,447 penalized employers

CD Excavating LLC in Seattle, WA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 17 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,800. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected CD Excavating LLC 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 17 violations, averaging 8.5 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #78,503 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 11 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Ben Cicak DBA Custom Framing in Boise, ID is another construction employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $1,800 in current penalties.

8.5
violations per inspection
64.7%
of violations were serious
#78,503
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 17 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (8.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How CD Excavating LLC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows CD Excavating LLC runs well below peers (0.27x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts As of 2026

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$1,800 Top 21% most affordable more affordable than 79% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). Above this entry. This employer $0 $55,000 every penalized U.S. employer, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Construction employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is CD Excavating LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.0010.52131.542OSHA inspectionsViolations citedDIAZ ROOFING, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8HUBBLE CONSTRUCTION …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0DOE-FACILITIES MAINT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12AHERN PAINTING CONTR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11AD-LER ROOFING, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2DOHERTY, GIANNINI & …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2PRO-EX CONTRACTORS, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8PAVILION CONSTRUCTIO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6NETO MASONRY LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 38PAPPAS COMPANY, LTD., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8DEL VALLE GROUP, LLC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6JOSE ARVIZU, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8JERRICK ASSOCIATES INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3BAYPORT CONSTRUCTION…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6DRAGADOS USA, INC. A…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3BRUTUS CONSTRUCTION …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9RDV CONSTRUCTION, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8TURN KEY REALTY GP, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5J.M.A. CONTRACTING, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 40CD Excavating LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17
CD Excavating LLC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 17 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Construction peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

CD Excavating LLC in the Construction enforcement ledger

Among 33,222 Construction employers with OSHA penalties on file, CD Excavating LLC ranks #25,358 at $1,800 current penalty.

How CD Excavating LLC Compares

CD Excavating LLC's 8.50 violations per inspection compares to the Construction sector average of 3.3 violations per employer.

Against the Construction industry average of $6,767 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well below peers (0.27x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2012-06-12

Last Inspection

2012-06-12

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

8.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$900

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 8.5 violations per visit. That's $900 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

11

Serious

64.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

6

Other-Than-Serious

35.3% of total

What this shows Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Enforcement detail

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$7,200

Current Penalty Amount

$1,800

Penalty Reduction

75.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $5,400 from the initial assessment of $7,200. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How CD Excavating LLC compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric CD Excavating LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 17 3.3
Total Penalty $1,800 $6,767
Avg Penalty per Inspection $900 $3,361
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Nationwide Construction peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for CD Excavating LLC, both outside WA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,800 here).

Jacob Houck Construction INC $1,800 KS Garrison Crane Service $1,800 OH Nu Life Homebuilders, LLC $1,800 CT Ten Bulls Corporation $1,800 GU

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

Diaz Roofing, LLC 2 insp. Edgerton, WI Hubble Construction and Restoration 2 insp. Dewitt, MI Doe-Facilities Maintenance Branch 2 insp. Honolulu, HI Ahern Painting Contractors 2 insp. Brooklyn, NY

Nearby & Similar Employers in Construction

Showing 5 of 61259 other employers tracked in this sector.

Jacob Houck Construction INC
Cherryvale, KS
2 inspections $1,800
Nu Life Homebuilders, LLC
New Britain, CT
2 inspections $1,800
Robert Bailey Contractors, INC.
Kalamazoo, MI
3 inspections $1,800
Ben Cicak DBA Custom Framing
Boise, ID
2 inspections $1,800
Greenwell Acquisition Corporation
New Albany, IN
3 inspections $1,800

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What to do with this record

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Figures reflect closed OSHA and WHD federal enforcement actions on record (2010–2026); not every workplace issue results in an inspection or investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CD Excavating LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, CD Excavating LLC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 17 violations across 2 inspections, including 11 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does CD Excavating LLC have? ▼
CD Excavating LLC has 17 OSHA violations on record, including 11 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,800.
How many OSHA inspections has CD Excavating LLC had? ▼
CD Excavating LLC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-06-12 and the most recent on 2012-06-12. This averages 8.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for CD Excavating LLC? ▼
CD Excavating LLC has been assessed $1,800 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $7,200 (a 75.0% reduction).
Does CD Excavating LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. CD Excavating LLC has 11 serious violations. Serious violations involve hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate the employer intentionally or knowingly disregarded the law.
What industry does CD Excavating LLC operate in? ▼
CD Excavating LLC operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238910). This industry has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,354 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
Where does CD Excavating LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, CD Excavating LLC ranks #78,503 (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). The ordinal is a live COUNT of employers with a lower total_current_penalty; see the methodology page for the exact derivation.
How does CD Excavating LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
CD Excavating LLC's total OSHA penalty of $1,800 is below the Construction industry average of $6,767 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Ben Cicak DBA Custom Framing in Boise, ID is a similar construction employer with $1,800 in current penalties.
Data Sources & Methodology ▼

Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

Source: Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

Compliance actions from the WHD, covering enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime, and child labor violations. Back wages represent amounts owed to affected employees as determined by WHD investigations.

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