Darco Southern Safety Record
Independence, VA · Manufacturing
Significantly elevated violation rate. This employer's safety record is among the worst on file.
Last inspected 02/07/2025
According to OSHA enforcement records, Darco Southern in Independence, Virginia has 41 workplace safety violations across 8 inspections, with 27 classified as serious and $29,486 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations). OSHA records span 1982 to 2025.
About This Safety Record
Darco Southern in Independence, Virginia has received an F safety grade, indicating a significantly elevated rate of workplace safety violations compared to other employers. Within the manufacturing industry, this places Darco Southern among the most frequently cited employers. An F grade is assigned when an employer's weighted violation score exceeds 6.0 per inspection, factoring in the severity of each citation.
27 of the 41 violations on record are classified as serious, meaning OSHA determined they posed a risk of death or serious physical harm. Workers at employers with F safety grades may want to understand their rights under OSHA regulations, including the right to file a complaint about unsafe working conditions without fear of retaliation. Virginia workers who have been injured on the job may also be eligible for workers' compensation benefits.
All-time record: 41 violations, $29,486 in penalties across 8 inspections
Violation Breakdown · Last 5 years
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Workers' Compensation in Virginia
Workers injured on the job in Virginia may be entitled to medical coverage, temporary & permanent disability, death benefits, vocational rehabilitation.
- Filing deadline: 2 years from injury date
- Important: Must report injury to employer within 30 days in writing
- Statute: Va. Code § 65.2-100 et seq.
This is general information about workers' compensation laws in Virginia, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for your specific situation.
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No workplace accident investigations on file for Darco Southern in OSHA records.
Inspection History
| Date | Type | Location | Violations | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/07/2025 | Complaint? | Independence, VA | 8 | $17,706 |
| 02/07/2025 | Complaint? | Independence, VA | 6 | $7,959 |
| 12/09/2009 | Planned? | Independence, VA | 26 | $3,195 |
| 03/04/1998 | Planned? | Independence, VA | 1 | $625 |
| 03/03/1998 | Referral? | Independence, VA | 0 | $0 |
| 04/25/1991 | Planned? | Independence, VA | 0 | $0 |
| 04/19/1988 | Planned? | Independence, VA | 0 | $0 |
| 07/22/1982 | Planned? | Independence, VA | 0 | $0 |
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