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Walker White, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Walker White, INC. has a mixed safety record: 4 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty50% serious
$4,347
OSHA penalties
4
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$50,061
Back wages owed

Walker White, INC. in Columbia, SC 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: $4,347. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $50,061 in back wages owed to 13 affected workers. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Walker White, INC. 2 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 4 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 2 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. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $50,061 in back wages owed to 13 affected workers. For comparison, 5-T Utilities, INC. in Huntsville, TX is another construction employer with 1 OSHA inspection on record and $0 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
50.0%
of violations were serious
40%
of penalized employers rank lower
$50,061
in back wages recovered

How Walker White, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Walker White, INC. runs moderately below peers (0.6x 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

$4,347 Top 40% most affordable more affordable than 60% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Above this entry. $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 Walker White, INC.

The federal enforcement record for Walker White, INC. in Columbia, SC includes 2 OSHA inspections and 4 violations, translating to 2.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 2 (50.0%) 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 $7,695 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $4,347 - a 43.5% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $2,174. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record runs moderately below peers (0.6x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 4 cases producing $50,061 in back wages owed to 13 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2013-03-19 to 2015-08-25, a window of roughly 2 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2013-03-19

Last Inspection

2015-08-25

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,174

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 2 inspections over 2 years, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $2,174 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

Serious

50.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

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

$7,695

Current Penalty Amount

$4,347

Penalty Reduction

43.5%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$54,408

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $3,348 from the initial assessment of $7,695. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
4
Back Wages Owed
$50,061
Employees Affected
13
WHD Violations
21
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$3,851
Avg Back Wages per Case
$12,515

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Walker White, INC. owed $50,061 in back wages to 13 employees across 4 cases and 21 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 Walker White, INC. compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Walker White, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 4 3.3
Total Penalty $4,347 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,174 $3,361
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Walker White, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Walker White, INC.'s workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 4 violations across 2 inspections, including 2 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 Walker White, INC. have? ▼
Walker White, INC. has 4 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $4,347.
How many OSHA inspections has Walker White, INC. had? ▼
Walker White, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-03-19 and the most recent on 2015-08-25. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Walker White, INC.? ▼
Walker White, INC. has been assessed $4,347 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $7,695 (a 43.5% reduction). Additionally, $50,061 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Walker White, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Walker White, INC. 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 Walker White, INC. been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 4 enforcement cases against Walker White, INC., resulting in $50,061 in back wages owed to 13 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Walker White, INC. operate in? ▼
Walker White, INC. operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238220). 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 Walker White, INC. owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Walker White, INC. 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 $50,061 in back wages owed by this employer across 4 cases.
How does Walker White, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Walker White, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $4,347 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, 5-T Utilities, INC. in Huntsville, 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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