Kohl's Department Stores Safety Record
Wilmington, DE · Retail Trade
Significantly elevated violation rate. This employer's safety record is among the worst on file.
Last inspected 11/28/2017
According to OSHA enforcement records, Kohl's Department Stores in Wilmington, Delaware has 9 workplace safety violations across 3 inspections, with 5 classified as serious and $26,162 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations). OSHA records span 2011 to 2017.
About This Safety Record
Kohl's Department Stores in Wilmington, Delaware has received an F safety grade, indicating a significantly elevated rate of workplace safety violations compared to other employers. Within the retail trade industry, this places Kohl's Department Stores 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.
5 of the 9 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. Delaware workers who have been injured on the job may also be eligible for workers' compensation benefits.
Violation Breakdown
Repeat Violation Patterns
Top OSHA Standards Cited
Workers' Compensation in Delaware
Workers injured on the job in Delaware may be entitled to medical coverage, temporary & permanent disability, death benefits, vocational rehabilitation.
- Filing deadline: 2 years from injury date
- Important: Report injury to employer in writing as soon as possible
- Statute: Del. Code tit. 19, § 2301 et seq.
This is general information about workers' compensation laws in Delaware, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for your specific situation.
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This employer has 9 OSHA violations on record, including 5 classified as serious. If you've been hurt on the job, you may be entitled to compensation.
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No workplace accident investigations on file for Kohl's Department Stores in OSHA records.
Inspection History
| Date | Type | Location | Violations | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/28/2017 | Complaint? | Wilmington, DE | 2 | $0 |
| 11/29/2011 | Planned? | Wilmington, DE | 5 | $19,000 |
| 11/29/2011 | Planned? | Wilmington, DE | 2 | $7,162 |
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