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Iowa Western Community College

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Iowa Western Community College has a mixed safety record: 2 violations across 1 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Upper half by penalty100% serious
$7,854
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
$14,709
Back wages owed

Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs, IA has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $7,854. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 4 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Iowa Western Community College once. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the upper half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 2 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Educational Services industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately below peers (0.4x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $14,709 in back wages owed to 3 affected workers. For comparison, California State University Chico in Chico, CA is another educational services employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $22,500 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
58%
of penalized employers rank lower
$14,709
in back wages recovered

How Iowa Western Community College compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Educational Services per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Iowa Western Community College runs well above peers (2.6x 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

$7,854 Bottom 42% least affordable more affordable than 42% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). This entry sits in this band. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 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

What the Data Says About Iowa Western Community College

The federal enforcement record for Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs, IA includes 1 OSHA inspection and 2 violations, translating to 2.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 2 (100.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $15,706 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $7,854 - a 50.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $7,854. Against the Educational Services industry average of $3,013 per employer, this record runs well above peers (2.6x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 2 cases producing $14,709 in back wages owed to 3 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2019-04-02 to 2019-04-02, a window of roughly 1 year.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2019-04-02

Last Inspection

2019-04-02

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$7,854

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,198

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $7,854 per inspection vs. the Educational Services average of $1,198.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

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

$15,706

Current Penalty Amount

$7,854

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$22,563

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $7,852 from the initial assessment of $15,706. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$14,709
Employees Affected
3
WHD Violations
4
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$4,903
Avg Back Wages per Case
$7,355

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Iowa Western Community College owed $14,709 in back wages to 3 employees across 2 cases and 4 violations. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Educational Services

How Iowa Western Community College compares to the Educational Services sector, which has 3,199 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Iowa Western Community College Industry Avg
Inspections 1 2.5
Violations 2 5.7
Total Penalty $7,854 $3,013
Avg Penalty per Inspection $7,854 $1,198
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Iowa Western Community College safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Iowa Western Community College's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 2 violations across 1 inspections, including 2 serious violations. Compared to Educational Services industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Iowa Western Community College have? ▼
Iowa Western Community College has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $7,854.
How many OSHA inspections has Iowa Western Community College had? ▼
Iowa Western Community College has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2019-04-02 and the most recent on 2019-04-02. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Iowa Western Community College? ▼
Iowa Western Community College has been assessed $7,854 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $15,706 (a 50.0% reduction). Additionally, $14,709 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Iowa Western Community College have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Iowa Western Community College has 2 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.
Has Iowa Western Community College been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Iowa Western Community College, resulting in $14,709 in back wages owed to 3 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Iowa Western Community College operate in? ▼
Iowa Western Community College operates in the Educational Services sector (NAICS code 611210). This industry has 3,199 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 8,044 total OSHA inspections and $9.64M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Iowa Western Community College owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Iowa Western Community College owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $14,709 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
How does Iowa Western Community College's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Iowa Western Community College's total OSHA penalty of $7,854 is above the Educational Services industry average of $3,013 per employer (2.6x the average). The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.5 per employer. For a direct comparison, California State University Chico in Chico, CA is a similar educational services employer with $22,500 in current penalties.

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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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