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Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas · Wright, WY

Cyclone Drilling INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Cyclone Drilling INC ranks #13,104 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 20 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty55% serious
$25,400
OSHA penalties
20
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#13,104
of 99,447 penalized employers

Cyclone Drilling INC in Wright, WY has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 20 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $25,400. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Cyclone Drilling INC 2 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections turned up 20 violations, averaging 10.0 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #13,104 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 11 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (0.9x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Keystone Clearwater Solutions in Williamsport, PA is another mining, quarrying, oil & gas employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

10.0
violations per inspection
55.0%
of violations were serious
#13,104
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 20 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (10.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Cyclone Drilling INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Cyclone Drilling INC runs far above peers (5.6x 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

$25,400 Bottom 13% least affordable more affordable than 13% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Below this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Cyclone Drilling INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.007.915.823.631.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedEXCALIBUR WELL SERVI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3WILSON SALT WATER DI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6STRATNOR STRATEGIC N…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2CAPSTAR DRILLING, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6CMAT MOBILE CRUSHING…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1CEMEX CONSTRUCTION M…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1QEP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0MID-CONTINENT WELL L…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0RIVERSIDE SAND & GRA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2SWENSON GRANITE COMP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6ORION DRILLING COMPA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10JADE SERVICES INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7CHUGACH ALASKA SERVI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 30PRECISION DRILLING C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7ULTRA RESOURCES INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1KEATHLEY OIL FIELD S…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3KENNEDY HILLS ENTERP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7BRAND SAFWAY SOLUTIO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0HELMERICH & PAYNE, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0PRATT WELL SERVICE, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0Cyclone Drilling INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20
Cyclone Drilling INC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 20 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Cyclone Drilling INC in the Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas enforcement ledger

Among 1,117 Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas employers with OSHA penalties on file, Cyclone Drilling INC ranks #96 at $25,400 current penalty.

How Cyclone Drilling INC Compares

Cyclone Drilling INC's 10.00 violations per inspection compares to the Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas sector average of 3.1 violations per employer.

Against the Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas industry average of $4,539 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs far above peers (5.6x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2012-03-15

Last Inspection

2014-07-01

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

10.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$12,700

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,042

What this shows 2 inspections over 2 years, averaging 10.0 violations per visit. That's $12,700 per inspection vs. the Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas average of $2,042.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

11

Serious

55.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

3

Repeat

15.0% of total

6

Other-Than-Serious

30.0% 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

$79,400

Current Penalty Amount

$25,400

Penalty Reduction

68.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $54,000 from the initial assessment of $79,400. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas

How Cyclone Drilling INC compares to the Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas sector, which has 2,294 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Cyclone Drilling INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.2
Violations 20 3.1
Total Penalty $25,400 $4,539
Avg Penalty per Inspection $12,700 $2,042
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Nationwide Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Cyclone Drilling INC, both outside WY so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($25,400 here).

Moe Well Service, LLC $25,200 ND Searles Valley Minerals, INC. $25,125 CA Top Brand, INC. $25,120 WV Sutton Enterprises $25,760 CA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Excalibur Well Services Corporation 2 insp. Lost Hills, CA Wilson Salt Water Disposal, INC. 2 insp. Wilson, OK Stratnor Strategic Northern 2 insp. Sidney, MT Capstar Drilling 2 insp. Myton, UT

Nearby & Similar Employers in Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas

Showing 5 of 2293 other employers tracked in this sector.

Lone Wolf Solutions
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0 inspections $0
Foremost Pipeline Construction
Florence, SC
0 inspections $0
Mark Slate Land Services
Big Spring, TX
0 inspections $0
Directional Drilling Services
Edna, TX
0 inspections $0
Keystone Clearwater Solutions
Williamsport, PA
0 inspections $0

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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 Cyclone Drilling INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Cyclone Drilling INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 20 violations across 2 inspections, including 11 serious violations. Compared to Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Cyclone Drilling INC have? ▼
Cyclone Drilling INC has 20 OSHA violations on record, including 11 serious, 0 willful, and 3 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $25,400.
How many OSHA inspections has Cyclone Drilling INC had? ▼
Cyclone Drilling INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-03-15 and the most recent on 2014-07-01. This averages 10.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Cyclone Drilling INC? ▼
Cyclone Drilling INC has been assessed $25,400 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $79,400 (a 68.0% reduction).
Does Cyclone Drilling INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Cyclone Drilling INC has 11 serious violations, and 3 repeat 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 Cyclone Drilling INC operate in? ▼
Cyclone Drilling INC operates in the Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas sector (NAICS code 213111). This industry has 2,294 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 5,098 total OSHA inspections and $10.41M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Cyclone Drilling INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Cyclone Drilling INC ranks #13,104 (the top quarter 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 Cyclone Drilling INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Cyclone Drilling INC's total OSHA penalty of $25,400 is above the Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas industry average of $4,539 per employer (5.6x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Keystone Clearwater Solutions in Williamsport, PA is a similar mining, quarrying, oil & gas employer with $0 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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