Avenal, CA
OSHA inspections and DOL WHD cases sourced from the most recent federal release. Each employer record links to the full inspection or case history.
As of 2024, Avenal, CA has 11 employers tracked by OSHA with 38 total inspections and $103K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Avenal
Workplace safety enforcement records in Avenal, CA span 11 employers and 38 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 3.5 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 26 violations — a rate of 0.68 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $103K, averaging $9K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: CALIFORNIA PRISON INDUSTRY AUTHORITY alone accounts for $41K in current OSHA penalties, representing 39.9% of the citywide total. The 26 violations on record include every citation category OSHA tracks — serious, willful, repeat, and other-than-serious. Because OSHA prioritizes complaint-driven and high-hazard inspections, cities with active enforcement footprints like Avenal typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 11 employer records provide a verifiable compliance trail. Each record below links to that employer's full inspection history, violation breakdown, and penalty timeline. The underlying data comes directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement database and reflects current assessed amounts following any settlements, informal conferences, or formal contests.
Top Employers in Avenal
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | CALIFORNIA PRISON INDUSTRY AUTHORITY Public Administration | 3 | 4 | $41K |
| 2 | STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS - AVENAL STATE PRISON Public Administration | 3 | 3 | $22K |
| 3 | CA PRISON INDUSTRY AUTHORITY Public Administration | 2 | 2 | $18K |
| 4 | GARZA CONTRACTING, INC Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 2 | 3 | $9K |
| 5 | STATE OF CALIFORNIA- DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS- AVENAL STATE PRISON Public Administration | 3 | 2 | $6K |
| 6 | CA CORRECTIONS - AVENAL Public Administration | 13 | 11 | $6K |
| 7 | CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS & REHABILITATION ? AVENAL STATE PRISON Public Administration | 2 | 1 | $635 |
| 8 | GARZA CONTRACTING Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 2 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | CA CORRECTION - AVENAL Public Administration | 4 | 0 | $0 |
| 10 | CA CORRECTIONS AVENAL Public Administration | 2 | 0 | $0 |
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All Employers in Avenal, CA
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| CALIFORNIA PRISON INDUSTRY AUTHORITY | Public Administration | 3 | $41K |
| STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS - AVENAL STATE PRISON | Public Administration | 3 | $22K |
| CA PRISON INDUSTRY AUTHORITY | Public Administration | 2 | $18K |
| GARZA CONTRACTING, INC | Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 2 | $9K |
| STATE OF CALIFORNIA- DEPT. OF CORRECTIONS- AVENAL STATE PRISON | Public Administration | 3 | $6K |
| CA CORRECTIONS - AVENAL | Public Administration | 13 | $6K |
| CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS & REHABILITATION ? AVENAL STATE PRISON | Public Administration | 2 | $635 |
| GARZA CONTRACTING | Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting | 2 | $0 |
| CA CORRECTION - AVENAL | Public Administration | 4 | $0 |
| CA CORRECTIONS AVENAL | Public Administration | 2 | $0 |
| REEF-SUNSET UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT | Educational Services | 2 | $0 |
Source: OSHA Enforcement Data — U.S. Department of Labor (data.dol.gov)
Source: Wage & Hour Division (WHD) Compliance Actions — U.S. Department of Labor
Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
