Las vegas, NM
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, Las vegas, NM has 16 employers tracked by OSHA with 19 total inspections and $232K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Las vegas
Workplace safety enforcement records in Las vegas, NM span 16 employers and 19 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.2 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 42 violations — a rate of 2.21 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $232K, averaging $14K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: NEW MEXICO HIGHLANDS UNIVERSITY alone accounts for $120K in current OSHA penalties, representing 51.6% of the citywide total. The 42 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 Las vegas typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 16 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 Las vegas
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NEW MEXICO HIGHLANDS UNIVERSITY Educational Services | 2 | 19 | $120K |
| 2 | LAS VEGAS, CITY OF Construction | 9 | 12 | $91K |
| 3 | We Care Transportation Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | Lazy SJ Corporation Other Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 5 | LUNA COMMUNITY COLLEGE Educational Services | 2 | 5 | $18K |
| 6 | Old Wood Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 7 | High Plains Processing Manufacturing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 8 | Las Vegas City Schools Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 9 | NEW MEXICO BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INSTITUTE Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | 2 | $2K |
| 10 | OLD WOOD LLC Manufacturing | 2 | 4 | $2K |
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All Employers in Las vegas, NM
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| NEW MEXICO HIGHLANDS UNIVERSITY | Educational Services | 2 | $120K |
| LAS VEGAS, CITY OF | Construction | 9 | $91K |
| We Care Transportation | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Lazy SJ Corporation | Other Services | 0 | $0 |
| LUNA COMMUNITY COLLEGE | Educational Services | 2 | $18K |
| Old Wood | Manufacturing | 0 | $0 |
| High Plains Processing | Manufacturing | 0 | $0 |
| Las Vegas City Schools | Transportation & Warehousing | 0 | $0 |
| NEW MEXICO BEHAVIORAL HEALTH INSTITUTE | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 2 | $2K |
| OLD WOOD LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $2K |
| Best Western and Days Inn | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| Best Western Montezuma Inn & Suites | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| NMDOH- New Mexico Behavioral Health Institute | Other | 0 | $0 |
| Bright Beginnings Child Development Center | Healthcare & Social Assistance | 0 | $0 |
| Super 8 Las Vegas | Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | $0 |
| FRANKEN CONSTRUCTION | Construction | 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.
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