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Creative Electrical Contractors INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Creative Electrical Contractors INC ranks #73,710 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 7 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty57% serious
$2,331
OSHA penalties
7
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#73,710
of 99,447 penalized employers

Creative Electrical Contractors INC in Farmville, VA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 7 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $2,331. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Creative Electrical Contractors INC 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 7 violations, averaging 3.5 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #73,710 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 4 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, W&R Construction Company, LLC in Houston, TX is another construction employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $2,328 in current penalties.

3.5
violations per inspection
57.1%
of violations were serious
#73,710
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 39/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 7 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (3.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Creative Electrical Contractors INC runs moderately below peers (0.3x 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

$2,331 Top 26% most affordable more affordable than 74% 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 Creative Electrical Contractors INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.58.516.524.532.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedSHIMMICK CONSTRUCTIO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14FRANCISCO RUBIO, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5ALB CONSTRUCTION LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 17CANNON BUILDERS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 31FINO EXTERIOR INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4ACTION ROOFING SERVI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4BROCK SERVICES, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10YOVANI ESTRADA QUINT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11FLACKS PAINTING & WA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13HILARIO JAVIER PONCE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4ENCORE BUILDERS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7LONGHORN CONTRACTORS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6DYER ROOFING & SHEET…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5JUAN LEON CONSTRUCTION, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6PREMIUM WEST INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5GARY JEFFERS DBA JEF…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10A B B CONSTRUCTION I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5ELLA BUILDERS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2FRANCISCO CERRANO RO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8JULIAN LANDAVERDE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5Creative Electrical …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7
Creative Electrical Contractors INC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 7 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.

Creative Electrical Contractors INC in the Construction enforcement ledger

In Construction, Creative Electrical Contractors INC sits at penalty rank #23,643 of 33,222 penalized establishments ($2,331 assessed).

How Creative Electrical Contractors INC Compares

Creative Electrical Contractors INC's 3.50 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 moderately below peers (0.3x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2010-03-11

Last Inspection

2010-09-01

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,166

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 3.5 violations per visit. That's $1,166 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

4

Serious

57.1% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

3

Other-Than-Serious

42.9% 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

$3,885

Current Penalty Amount

$2,331

Penalty Reduction

40.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $1,554 from the initial assessment of $3,885. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How Creative Electrical Contractors INC compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Creative Electrical Contractors INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 7 3.3
Total Penalty $2,331 $6,767
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,166 $3,361
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Nationwide Construction peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Creative Electrical Contractors INC, both outside VA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($2,331 here).

Ed Lunn Construction INC $2,329 MN Artemio Mendez-Ramirez $2,328 TX Alliance Residential Company $2,328 GA W&R Construction Company, LLC $2,328 TX

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Shimmick Construction CO INC/Obayashi CORP JV 2 insp. Yorba Linda, CA Francisco Rubio 2 insp. Allen, TX Alb Construction LLC 2 insp. Accokeek, MD Cannon Builders, INC. 2 insp. Hansen, ID

Nearby & Similar Employers in Construction

Showing 5 of 61259 other employers tracked in this sector.

Case Atlantic Company
Clearwater, FL
0 inspections $0
Ed Lunn Construction INC
Rochester, MN
4 inspections $2,329
Artemio Mendez-Ramirez
Irving, TX
2 inspections $2,328
Alliance Residential Company
Atlanta, GA
2 inspections $2,328
W&R Construction Company, LLC
Houston, TX
2 inspections $2,328

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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 Creative Electrical Contractors INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Creative Electrical Contractors INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 7 violations across 2 inspections, including 4 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 Creative Electrical Contractors INC have? ▼
Creative Electrical Contractors INC has 7 OSHA violations on record, including 4 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,331.
How many OSHA inspections has Creative Electrical Contractors INC had? ▼
Creative Electrical Contractors INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-03-11 and the most recent on 2010-09-01. This averages 3.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Creative Electrical Contractors INC? ▼
Creative Electrical Contractors INC has been assessed $2,331 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $3,885 (a 40.0% reduction).
Does Creative Electrical Contractors INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Creative Electrical Contractors INC has 4 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 Creative Electrical Contractors INC operate in? ▼
Creative Electrical Contractors INC operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238210). This industry has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,354 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Creative Electrical Contractors INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Creative Electrical Contractors INC ranks #73,710 (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 Creative Electrical Contractors INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Creative Electrical Contractors INC's total OSHA penalty of $2,331 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, W&R Construction Company, LLC in Houston, TX is a similar construction employer with $2,328 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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