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Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas · Buckhannon, WV

Union Drilling INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Union Drilling INC. ranks #75,272 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 4 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty25% serious
$2,104
OSHA penalties
4
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#75,272
of 99,447 penalized employers

Union Drilling INC. in Buckhannon, WV has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 4 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $2,104. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Union Drilling INC. 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 4 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #75,272 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 1 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, Drilco Inspection Services in Hazelton, KS is another mining, quarrying, oil & gas employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $2,100 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
25.0%
of violations were serious
#75,272
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

D 61/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 4 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (2.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Union Drilling INC. compares on OSHA penalties

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

in penalties

What this shows Union Drilling INC. runs moderately below peers (0.5x 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

$2,104 Top 24% most affordable more affordable than 76% 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 Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Union Drilling INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.002.95.88.711.6OSHA inspectionsViolations citedHELLMAN PROPERTIES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1L&R WELL SERVICES INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3RED DIAMOND ENERGY S…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2PIONEER DRILLING COM…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11SIDEWINDER DRILLING …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6BLUE LINE DRILLING C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2BJ REES'S ENTERPRISE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5LEPAGE COMPANY, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0CONTINENTAL RESOURCES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0AES DRILLING FLUIDS …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0TIDEWATER LOGISTICS,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5BERG PIPE MOBILE CORP., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1MOUNTAIN WEST OIL FI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1DISCOVERY DRILLING, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3VALLEY SAND AND GRAV…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2CHANDLER AGGREGATES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1JONAH ENERGY LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0TARGA RESOURCES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0HARBOR RAIL SERVICES…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1Union Drilling INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4
Union Drilling INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 4 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.

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

Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas sector: Union Drilling INC. is the #656 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 1,117 employers with nonzero fines ($2,104).

How Union Drilling INC. Compares

Union Drilling INC.'s 2.00 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 moderately below peers (0.5x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2011-10-11

Last Inspection

2011-10-24

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,052

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,042

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $1,052 per inspection vs. the Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas average of $2,042.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

25.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

3

Other-Than-Serious

75.0% 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

$2,805

Current Penalty Amount

$2,104

Penalty Reduction

25.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $701 from the initial assessment of $2,805. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas

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

Metric Union Drilling INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.2
Violations 4 3.1
Total Penalty $2,104 $4,539
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,052 $2,042
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Nationwide Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

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

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($2,104 here).

Sangravl Company, INC. $2,100 TN Drilco Inspection Services $2,100 KS Safety Plus USA LLC $2,100 OK DCP Midstream, LP $2,100 CO

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Hellman Properties 2 insp. Seal Beach, CA L&R Well Services INC 2 insp. Artesia, NM Red Diamond Energy Services, INC. 2 insp. Stanton, TX Pioneer Drilling Company 2 insp. Rio Grande City, TX

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

Showing 5 of 2293 other employers tracked in this sector.

Sangravl Company, INC.
New Johnsonville, TN
2 inspections $2,100
Drilco Inspection Services
Hazelton, KS
2 inspections $2,100
Santa Paula Rock, Gravel & Sand
Santa Paula, CA
0 inspections $0
Safety Plus USA LLC
Fay, OK
2 inspections $2,100
DCP Midstream, LP
Platteville, CO
2 inspections $2,100

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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 Union Drilling INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Union Drilling INC.'s workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 4 violations across 2 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Union Drilling INC. have? ▼
Union Drilling INC. has 4 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,104.
How many OSHA inspections has Union Drilling INC. had? ▼
Union Drilling INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-10-11 and the most recent on 2011-10-24. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Union Drilling INC.? ▼
Union Drilling INC. has been assessed $2,104 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $2,805 (a 25.0% reduction).
Does Union Drilling INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Union Drilling INC. has 1 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 Union Drilling INC. operate in? ▼
Union 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 Union Drilling INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Union Drilling INC. ranks #75,272 (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 Union Drilling INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Union Drilling INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $2,104 is below the Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas industry average of $4,539 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Drilco Inspection Services in Hazelton, KS is a similar mining, quarrying, oil & gas employer with $2,100 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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