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Retail Trade · Canal Fulton, OH

Windy Hill Hardwoods

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Windy Hill Hardwoods ranks #84,612 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 3 violations across 1 inspections.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$1,190
OSHA penalties
3
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
#84,612
of 99,447 penalized employers

Windy Hill Hardwoods in Canal Fulton, OH has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,190. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $1,476 in back wages owed to 9 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 Windy Hill Hardwoods once. These inspections resulted in 3 violations, averaging 3.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #84,612 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 3 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Retail Trade industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.2x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $1,476 in back wages owed to 9 affected workers. For comparison, Mirabito Convenience Express #35 in Sidney, NY is another retail trade employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

3.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#84,612
of 99,447 penalized employers
$1,476
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

C 68/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 3 violations across 1 OSHA inspection (3.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • A Wage & hour compliance: $1K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($1K per case), vs. national p10 $2K (best) / p90 $58K (worst) among 91,622 employers with a WHD case on file.
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How Windy Hill Hardwoods compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Retail Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Windy Hill Hardwoods runs moderately below peers (0.4x 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

$1,190 Top 15% most affordable more affordable than 85% 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 Retail Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Windy Hill Hardwoods.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both0.91.011.01.102.44.77.19.4OSHA inspectionsViolations citedRICH FORD, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5TOYOTA OF DES MOINES, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 17-11, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0BIG B'S, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1MEADOWBROOK COUNTRY …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0MIKE BARNEY NISSAN, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0J&S FLOWERS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3ARCO, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 099 CENTS ONLY STORES, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4GRANZIN'S MEAT MARKET, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1MY GIRLFRIENDS QUILT…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0VIVA VEGAS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1INTERPRODUCE, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 7DOCHO SERVICE STATIO…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0NISSAN OF FORT WORTH, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4FIVE SEASONS TIRE, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 9JACK MADDEN FORD, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2LEXUS OF WATERTOWN, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4ZEIGLER AUTO GROUP, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 7FRONTIER HEALTH, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 7Windy Hill Hardwoods, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3
Windy Hill Hardwoods has 1 OSHA inspection on record and 3 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Retail Trade peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Windy Hill Hardwoods in the Retail Trade enforcement ledger

In Retail Trade, Windy Hill Hardwoods sits at penalty rank #2,469 of 3,175 penalized establishments ($1,190 assessed). On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, Windy Hill Hardwoods ranks #7,674 among 8,492 Retail Trade employers with WHD recoveries ($1,476).

Combined federal exposure here: $1,190 OSHA penalties plus $1,476 WHD back wages (55.4% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Windy Hill Hardwoods Compares

Windy Hill Hardwoods's 3.00 violations per inspection compares to the Retail Trade sector average of 1.7 violations per employer.

Against the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately below peers (0.4x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2013-06-04

Last Inspection

2013-06-04

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,190

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,571

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 3.0 violations per visit. That's $1,190 per inspection vs. the Retail Trade average of $3,571.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

3

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

$1,700

Current Penalty Amount

$1,190

Penalty Reduction

30.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$2,666

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $510 from the initial assessment of $1,700. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$1,476
Employees Affected
9
WHD Violations
10
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$164
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$1,476

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Windy Hill Hardwoods owed $1,476 in back wages to 9 employees across 1 case and 10 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: Retail Trade

How Windy Hill Hardwoods compares to the Retail Trade sector, which has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Windy Hill Hardwoods Industry Avg
Inspections 1 0.8
Violations 3 1.7
Total Penalty $1,190 $2,898
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,190 $3,571
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Nationwide Retail Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Windy Hill Hardwoods, both outside OH so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,190 here).

Kroger CO. (the) $1,200 TN Accurate Range LLC $1,200 MI Goodwill Industries $1,200 TX Best Formulations, LLC $1,200 CA

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (1 inspections here).

Rich Ford 1 insp. Albuquerque, NM Toyota of Des Moines 1 insp. Des Moines, IA 7-11 1 insp. Richmond, VA Big B'S 1 insp. Ocean Springs, MS

Nearby & Similar Employers in Retail Trade

Showing 5 of 12944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Forever 21 - Store #0396
Hurst, TX
0 inspections $0
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Livermore, CA
2 inspections $2,665
Speedway
Indianapolis, IN
0 inspections $0
Mirabito Convenience Express #35
Sidney, NY
0 inspections $0
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Sheridan, AR
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Windy Hill Hardwoods's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Windy Hill Hardwoods against Forever 21 - Store #0396, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Windy Hill Hardwoods's inspection and penalty record is typical for Retail Trade or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Retail Trade sector
  • Windy Hill Hardwoods also carries $1,476 in Wage and Hour Division back-wages, a separate enforcement track from OSHA safety violations. How wage-theft enforcement works

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 Windy Hill Hardwoods safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Windy Hill Hardwoods's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 3 violations across 1 inspections, including 3 serious violations. Compared to Retail Trade industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Windy Hill Hardwoods have? ▼
Windy Hill Hardwoods has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 3 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,190.
How many OSHA inspections has Windy Hill Hardwoods had? ▼
Windy Hill Hardwoods has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-06-04 and the most recent on 2013-06-04. This averages 3.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Windy Hill Hardwoods? ▼
Windy Hill Hardwoods has been assessed $1,190 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $1,700 (a 30.0% reduction). Additionally, $1,476 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Windy Hill Hardwoods have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Windy Hill Hardwoods has 3 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 Windy Hill Hardwoods been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Windy Hill Hardwoods, resulting in $1,476 in back wages owed to 9 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Windy Hill Hardwoods operate in? ▼
Windy Hill Hardwoods operates in the Retail Trade sector (NAICS code 444190). This industry has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 10,505 total OSHA inspections and $37.51M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Windy Hill Hardwoods owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Windy Hill Hardwoods 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 $1,476 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Windy Hill Hardwoods rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Windy Hill Hardwoods ranks #84,612 (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 Windy Hill Hardwoods's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Windy Hill Hardwoods's total OSHA penalty of $1,190 is below the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer. The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Mirabito Convenience Express #35 in Sidney, NY is a similar retail trade employer with $0 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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