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City Profile

CHARLOTTE, NC — OSHA Enforcement

Workplace safety enforcement data for 8,027 inspected facilities in CHARLOTTE.

8,027
Facilities
$15.4M
Total Penalties
$1.9K
Avg Penalty
37,301
Citations

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina has 8027 OSHA-inspected facilities with cumulative penalties totaling $15.4M. The city's average penalty of $1,921.75 is above the North Carolina state average of $1,699.39. Federal investigators have documented 37301 total citations across facilities in CHARLOTTE.

Analyst Commentary

The data reveals a robust level of OSHA oversight in Charlotte, North Carolina, characterized by 8,027 facility inspections and a significant volume of 37,301 total citations. This high level of enforcement activity aligns with Charlotte’s role as a major regional center for manufacturing, logistics, and rapid commercial construction. While the cumulative penalties amount to $15,425,912, the average penalty of $1,921.75 suggests that many violations are classified as "serious" but perhaps not "willful" or "repeat" at the highest tiers. However, for compliance professionals, the most critical insight lies in the high citation-to-inspection ratio; with an average of nearly five citations per

Top Enforcement Actions in CHARLOTTE

About OSHA Enforcement in CHARLOTTE, North Carolina

Charlotte, North Carolina, represents a significant hub for OSHA enforcement activity, reflecting its diverse industrial and commercial landscape. With 8027 facilities subject to OSHA oversight, the city has accumulated a substantial $15,425,912 in total penalties. This figure underscores OSHA’s proactive stance in addressing workplace hazards and signals to local businesses the financial implications of non-compliance. These penalties are not merely punitive; they serve as a critical deterrent, encouraging employers to prioritize safety investments. The top employer identified in terms of OSHA enforcement is BOBBY SHERILL LITTLE, indicating a history of significant safety challenges or multiple inspections. The most common violation encountered in Charlotte is 1926.0501, which pertains to fall protection in construction. This regulation requires employers to implement specific measures to prevent falls from elevated surfaces, a leading cause of serious injuries and fatalities in the construction industry. For Charlotte's burgeoning construction sector, this highlights an urgent need for enhanced training and equipment to safeguard workers. Understanding this data is crucial for both employers seeking to avoid penalties and foster safer environments, and for workers to advocate for their rights and well-being.

#FacilityPenaltiesCitations
1 140384 - BOBBY SHERILL LITTLE $212.0K 7
2 154499 - H - S ROOFING COMPANY, INC. $93.7K 3
3 153346 - OLD NORTH STATE MASONRY, LLC; JOSEPH S. ANASTASI $87.0K 6
4 151412 - ONSITE DEVELOPMENT, LLC $82.6K 3
5 128019 - SHREEJI HOSPITALITY INVESTORS, LLC DBA RAMADA CH $79.5K 5
6 134146 - INDUSTRIAL CONTAINER SERVICES - NC, LLC $78.0K 5
7 155132 - INNOVATIONS NC, INC $70.3K 2
8 146571 - S-L SNACKS NC, LLC $70.0K 1
9 153151 - NCV CONSTRUCTION LLC $65.0K 3
10 141131 - CAROCON CORPORATION $65.0K 2
11 140583 - ONSITE DEVELOPMENT, LLC $48.6K 7
12 156273 - BAKER CONCRETE CONSTRUCTORS LLC $48.4K 3
13 154278 - MCRT CAROLINAS CONSTRUCTION LLC $46.9K 3
14 PNEUMAFIL CORPORATION $44.1K 108
15 134181 - WILLIAM BELL $42.4K 8
16 ACCU-TECH CORPORATION $42.3K 6
17 145453 - NORBERTO CORTEZ VASQUEZ $42.0K 4
18 146126 - S-L SNACKS NC, LLC $42.0K 3
19 151936 - DOLLAR TREE STORES, INC. $40.0K 4
20 156132 - ARTISTIC SOUTHERN, INC. $39.2K 18

Industry Breakdown — CHARLOTTE

Construction
$8.2M
Sector 00
$2.3M
Wholesale Trade
$865.5K
Manufacturing
$786.3K
Manufacturing
$718.1K
Other Services
$377.0K
Manufacturing
$358.9K
Administrative Services
$291.8K

Other Cities in North Carolina

RALEIGH5,546 facilities · $7.1M GREENSBORO3,940 facilities · $6.2M WILMINGTON1,942 facilities · $3.6M WINSTON SALEM1,522 facilities · $2.8M CONCORD1,193 facilities · $2.6M HIGH POINT1,576 facilities · $2.5M DURHAM2,014 facilities · $2.5M GASTONIA1,416 facilities · $2.5M FAYETTEVILLE1,640 facilities · $2.3M STATESVILLE837 facilities · $2.0M

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