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Northwest Contracting

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Northwest Contracting has a concerning safety record: 2 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Upper half by penalty0% serious
$6,650
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$140
Back wages owed

Northwest Contracting in Bismarck, ND has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $6,650. The employer also has 2 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) cases on record, covering Fair Labor Standards Act enforcement. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Northwest Contracting 2 times across a longer 9-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 1.0 per inspection. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the upper half of penalized employers nationally. 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. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $140 in back wages owed to 5 affected workers. For comparison, McNatt in Corpus Christi, TX is another construction employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

1.0
violations per inspection
0.0%
of violations were serious
53%
of penalized employers rank lower
$140
in back wages recovered

How Northwest Contracting compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Northwest Contracting sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x 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

$6,650 Bottom 47% least affordable more affordable than 47% 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 Northwest Contracting

The federal enforcement record for Northwest Contracting in Bismarck, ND includes 2 OSHA inspections and 2 violations, translating to 1.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 0 (0.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 1 (50.0%) 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 $13,300 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $6,650 - a 50.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $3,325. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 2 cases producing $140 in back wages owed to 5 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2015-06-24 to 2024-07-16, a window of roughly 9 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2015-06-24

Last Inspection

2024-07-16

Inspection Span

9 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$3,325

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 2 inspections over 9 years, averaging 1.0 violations per visit. That's $3,325 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

0

Serious

0.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

50.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

50.0% 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

$13,300

Current Penalty Amount

$6,650

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$6,790

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $6,650 from the initial assessment of $13,300. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$140
Employees Affected
5
WHD Violations
7
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$28
Avg Back Wages per Case
$70

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Northwest Contracting owed $140 in back wages to 5 employees across 2 cases and 7 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: Construction

How Northwest Contracting compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Northwest Contracting Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 2 3.3
Total Penalty $6,650 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $3,325 $3,361
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Northwest Contracting safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Northwest Contracting's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 2 violations across 2 inspections. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Northwest Contracting have? ▼
Northwest Contracting has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 0 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $6,650.
How many OSHA inspections has Northwest Contracting had? ▼
Northwest Contracting has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2015-06-24 and the most recent on 2024-07-16. This averages 1.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Northwest Contracting? ▼
Northwest Contracting has been assessed $6,650 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $13,300 (a 50.0% reduction). Additionally, $140 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Northwest Contracting have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Northwest Contracting has 0 serious violations, and 1 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.
Has Northwest Contracting been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Northwest Contracting, resulting in $140 in back wages owed to 5 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Northwest Contracting operate in? ▼
Northwest Contracting operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 236220). This industry has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,350 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Northwest Contracting owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Northwest Contracting 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 $140 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
How does Northwest Contracting's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Northwest Contracting's total OSHA penalty of $6,650 is below the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, McNatt in Corpus Christi, TX is a similar construction employer with $0 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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