Washington State has the highest rate of inspections to employee ratio in the nation, with over 10% of Washington’s inspections occurring within the retail trade. Alarmingly, more than 84% of inspections are focused on small businesses with fewer than 50 employees.
The data reveals some concerning trends:
- Washington accounts for over 7.5% of inspections nationwide.
- The state’s inspection rate is three times the national average.
- Year-over-year, Washington’s inspection rate has increased 10%.
- Washington ranks as the second most inspected state in the nation.
As inspections increase among small businesses, it becomes increasingly important to ensure that your safety standards and regulations are up to date. WR can assist with any safety needs or questions you may have. WR provides free onsite safety visits to our members, offering a specialized breakdown of any safety concerns or incidents that need to be addressed.
