Wholesale Trade · Sebastian, TX

Willacy CO-Op

OSHA records show a mixed safety record: 7 violations across 4 inspections — above the Wholesale Trade industry average for penalties.

Reviewed byPlainworker Editorial, Workplace Safety Editorial Team · June 17, 2026

4
OSHA inspections: 7
Violations cited: $23,932
OSHA penalties

Willacy CO-Op in Sebastian, TX has been the subject of 4 OSHA workplace inspections and 7 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $23,932. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

Willacy CO-Op has been inspected 4 times by OSHA over 13 years. These inspections resulted in 7 violations, averaging 1.8 violations per inspection. Of these, 7 were classified as serious — indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Compared to the Wholesale Trade industry average of 2 inspections per employer, Willacy CO-Op has been inspected more frequently.

1.8
violations per inspection: 100.0%
of violations were serious: 2.7×
Wholesale Trade industry-avg penalty

Willacy CO-Op

$23,932
Wholesale Trade avg

$8,942

What this shows Willacy CO-Op carries 2.7× the penalties of a typical Wholesale Trade employer — a clear outlier in its sector.

What the Data Says About Willacy CO-Op

The federal enforcement record for Willacy CO-Op in Sebastian, TX includes 4 OSHA inspections and 7 violations, translating to 1.75 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 7 (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 $51,977 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $23,932 — a 54.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $5,983. Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of $8,942 per employer, this record runs above peers.

Inspection activity spans from 2011-08-10 to 2024-08-27, a window of roughly 13 years. This record draws directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement data at data.dol.gov. Penalty amounts reflect final adjudicated figures after any settlement, informal conference, or formal contest. Workers, journalists, and researchers can use these figures to compare this employer's compliance posture against industry peers and to identify workplaces with elevated safety risks or repeat non-compliance.

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

First Inspection

2011-08-10

Last Inspection

2024-08-27

Inspection Span

13 years

Violations per Inspection

1.8

Avg Penalty per Inspection

$5,983

Industry Avg per Inspection

$4,730

Violation Breakdown

Serious

100.0% of total

Willful

0.0% of total

Repeat

0.0% of total

Other-Than-Serious

0.0% of total

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.

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$51,977

Current Penalty Amount

$23,932

Penalty Reduction

54.0%

Penalties were reduced by $28,045 from the initial assessment of $51,977. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Wholesale Trade

How Willacy CO-Op compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,757 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric	Willacy CO-Op	Industry Avg
Inspections	4	1.9
Violations	7	5.4
Total Penalty	$23,932	$8,942
Avg Penalty per Inspection	$5,983	$4,730

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Willacy CO-Op safe to work at? ▼

Based on OSHA records, Willacy CO-Op's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 7 violations across 4 inspections, including 7 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 Willacy CO-Op have? ▼

Willacy CO-Op has 7 OSHA violations on record, including 7 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $23,932.

How many OSHA inspections has Willacy CO-Op had? ▼

Willacy CO-Op has had 4 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-08-10 and the most recent on 2024-08-27. This averages 1.8 violations per inspection.

What is the total penalty amount for Willacy CO-Op? ▼

Willacy CO-Op has been assessed $23,932 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $51,977 (a 54.0% reduction).

Does Willacy CO-Op have any serious or willful violations? ▼

Yes. Willacy CO-Op has 7 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 Willacy CO-Op operate in? ▼

Willacy CO-Op operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 424510). This industry has 6,757 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 12,774 total OSHA inspections and $60.42M in cumulative penalties.

What are my rights if I work at Willacy CO-Op? ▼

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, employees at Willacy CO-Op have the right to a safe workplace, the right to report hazards without retaliation, the right to request an OSHA inspection, and the right to access their own exposure and medical records. Workers can also refuse dangerous work if they believe they face imminent danger and their employer has failed to address the hazard.

How do I file an OSHA complaint against Willacy CO-Op? ▼

You can file a complaint with OSHA online at osha.gov/workers/file-complaint, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (6742), or by visiting your local OSHA area office. Complaints can be filed confidentially. OSHA is required to respond to all complaints and will prioritize those alleging imminent danger. You are protected from employer retaliation under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act.

How does Willacy CO-Op's safety record compare to industry average? ▼

Willacy CO-Op's total OSHA penalty of $23,932 is above the Wholesale Trade industry average of $8,942 per employer (2.7x the average). The employer has 4 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.9 per employer.

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These figures are the federal enforcement record on file and reflect past inspections — not a statement about current workplace conditions. See the disclaimer for how to read them.

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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