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Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC ranks #81,627 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 3 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$1,485
OSHA penalties
3
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#81,627
of 99,447 penalized employers

Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC in Duluth, MN has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,485. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC 2 times across a longer 5-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 3 violations, averaging 1.5 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #81,627 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 3 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, Lyle Hamasaki Construction INC in Kahului, HI is another construction employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $1,485 in current penalties.

1.5
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#81,627
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

C 68/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 3 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (1.5 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 Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC runs well below peers (0.22x 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

$1,485 Top 18% most affordable more affordable than 82% 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 Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.210.120.029.939.8OSHA inspectionsViolations citedTHE JAMAR COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9C J Peterson Service…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6GWR CENTRAL, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3THE MARINELLI COMPAN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 38SAGEWATER, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7MAJESTIC SCEPTER CO., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11ALL COUNTRY ROOFING, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5KIMMINS CONTRACTING …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5AFFORDABLE ROOFING &…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4MIGUEL NUNEZ, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10RAUL LOPEZ FRAMING, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4JANNEY ROOFING, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3RICARDO MARTINEZ, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3POWERBUILD CONSTRUCT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5MICON GROUP NY, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12BARBER BROTHERS CONT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5J&Y HOUSE SERVICES LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7BAM CONTRACTING, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2AMERICAN DREAM CARPE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7JOSUE DIAZ ANARIBA C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9Darrel D Johnson Exc…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3
Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 3 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.

Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC in the Construction enforcement ledger

In Construction, Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC sits at penalty rank #26,747 of 33,222 penalized establishments ($1,485 assessed).

How Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC Compares

Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC's 1.50 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 (0.22x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2010-04-05

Last Inspection

2015-04-30

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$743

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 2 inspections over 5 years, averaging 1.5 violations per visit. That's $743 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

3

Serious

100.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

0

Other-Than-Serious

0.0% 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

$2,475

Current Penalty Amount

$1,485

Penalty Reduction

40.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $990 from the initial assessment of $2,475. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 3 3.3
Total Penalty $1,485 $6,767
Avg Penalty per Inspection $743 $3,361
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Nationwide Construction peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC, both outside MN so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,485 here).

T D Patrinos Painting and Contracting $1,485 PA M Librush Construction, INC. $1,485 CA Wood Bros., INC. $1,485 MD Cannon Constructors North, INC. $1,485 CA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

The Jamar Company 2 insp. Center, ND C J Peterson Services Inc. 2 insp. Waipahu, HI GWR Central, LLC 2 insp. Wesley Chapel, FL The Marinelli Company INC 2 insp. San Diego, CA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Construction

Showing 5 of 61259 other employers tracked in this sector.

T D Patrinos Painting and Contracting
Pittsburgh, PA
2 inspections $1,485
M Librush Construction, INC.
Los Angeles, CA
3 inspections $1,485
Wood Bros., INC.
Perry Hall, MD
2 inspections $1,485
Cannon Constructors North, INC.
San Francisco, CA
2 inspections $1,485
Lyle Hamasaki Construction INC
Kahului, HI
2 inspections $1,485

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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 Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 3 violations across 2 inspections, including 3 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 Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC have? ▼
Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 3 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,485.
How many OSHA inspections has Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC had? ▼
Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-04-05 and the most recent on 2015-04-30. This averages 1.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC? ▼
Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC has been assessed $1,485 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $2,475 (a 40.0% reduction).
Does Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC has 3 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 Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC operate in? ▼
Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 237110). This industry has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,354 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC ranks #81,627 (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 Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Darrel D Johnson Excavating INC's total OSHA penalty of $1,485 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, Lyle Hamasaki Construction INC in Kahului, HI is a similar construction employer with $1,485 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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