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Wholesale Trade · West Burlington, IA

Standard of Beaverdale

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Standard of Beaverdale has a mixed safety record: 5 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Upper half by penalty100% serious
$12,491
OSHA penalties
5
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$3,726
Back wages owed

Standard of Beaverdale in West Burlington, IA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 5 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $12,491. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 18 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 Standard of Beaverdale 2 times over 4 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 5 violations, averaging 2.5 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, 5 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Wholesale Trade 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 $3,726 in back wages owed to 17 affected workers. For comparison, DE Ruijter International USA INC. in Coldwater, OH is another wholesale trade employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $16,226 in current penalties.

2.5
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
71%
of penalized employers rank lower
$3,726
in back wages recovered

How Standard of Beaverdale compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Standard of Beaverdale runs moderately above peers (1.4x 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

$12,491 Bottom 29% least affordable more affordable than 29% 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%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Standard of Beaverdale

The federal enforcement record for Standard of Beaverdale in West Burlington, IA includes 2 OSHA inspections and 5 violations, translating to 2.50 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 5 (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 $13,616 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $12,491 - a 8.3% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $6,246. Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,023 per employer, this record runs moderately above peers (1.4x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $3,726 in back wages owed to 17 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2016-06-22 to 2020-07-21, a window of roughly 4 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2016-06-22

Last Inspection

2020-07-21

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

2.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$6,246

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,678

What this shows 2 inspections over 4 years, averaging 2.5 violations per visit. That's $6,246 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,678.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

5

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

$13,616

Current Penalty Amount

$12,491

Penalty Reduction

8.3%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$16,217

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $1,125 from the initial assessment of $13,616. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$3,726
Employees Affected
17
WHD Violations
18
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$219
Avg Back Wages per Case
$3,726

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Standard of Beaverdale owed $3,726 in back wages to 17 employees across 1 case and 18 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: Wholesale Trade

How Standard of Beaverdale compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,960 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Standard of Beaverdale Industry Avg
Inspections 2 1.9
Violations 5 5.4
Total Penalty $12,491 $9,023
Avg Penalty per Inspection $6,246 $4,678
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Standard of Beaverdale safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Standard of Beaverdale's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 5 violations across 2 inspections, including 5 serious violations. Compared to Wholesale Trade industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Standard of Beaverdale have? ▼
Standard of Beaverdale has 5 OSHA violations on record, including 5 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $12,491.
How many OSHA inspections has Standard of Beaverdale had? ▼
Standard of Beaverdale has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2016-06-22 and the most recent on 2020-07-21. This averages 2.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Standard of Beaverdale? ▼
Standard of Beaverdale has been assessed $12,491 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $13,616 (a 8.3% reduction). Additionally, $3,726 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Standard of Beaverdale have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Standard of Beaverdale has 5 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 Standard of Beaverdale been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Standard of Beaverdale, resulting in $3,726 in back wages owed to 17 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Standard of Beaverdale operate in? ▼
Standard of Beaverdale operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 423310). This industry has 6,960 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 13,424 total OSHA inspections and $62.80M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Standard of Beaverdale owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Standard of Beaverdale 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 $3,726 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Standard of Beaverdale's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Standard of Beaverdale's total OSHA penalty of $12,491 is above the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,023 per employer (1.4x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.9 per employer. For a direct comparison, DE Ruijter International USA INC. in Coldwater, OH is a similar wholesale trade employer with $16,226 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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