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Healthcare & Social Assistance · Saint Louis, MO

American Red Cross

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), American Red Cross ranks #50,303 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 2 violations across 1 inspections.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$6,000
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
#50,303
of 99,447 penalized employers

American Red Cross in Saint Louis, MO has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $6,000. The employer also has 1 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) case on record, covering Fair Labor Standards Act enforcement. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected American Red Cross once. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #50,303 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 2 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $1,450 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. For comparison, 621610 - Greystone Home Health Care in Daytona Beach, FL is another healthcare & social assistance employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#50,303
of 99,447 penalized employers
$1,450
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

C 76/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 2 violations across 1 OSHA inspection (2.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • A Wage & hour compliance: $1K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($1K per case), vs. national p10 $2K (best) / p90 $58K (worst) among 91,622 employers with a WHD case on file.
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How American Red Cross compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Healthcare & Social Assistance per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows American Red Cross runs far above peers (5.1x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts As of 2026

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$6,000 Top 49% most affordable more affordable than 51% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). This entry sits in this band. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). Above this entry. This employer $0 $55,000 every penalized U.S. employer, bucketed by value

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Healthcare & Social Assistance employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is American Red Cross.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both0.91.011.01.101.63.14.76.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedLANCASTER REGIONAL M…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3BETH ABRAHAM CENTER, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0SRL TOTALSOURCE LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4EASTERN MONTANA INDU…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0WILKES-BARRE GENERAL…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0BAY CREST CARE CENTE…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0DESOTO NURSING & REH…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0DESERT HAVEN ENTERPR…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2ROLLING MEADOWS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1CLEVELAND CLINIC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0EDGEWATER CARE CENTER, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1ESPRI DENTAL, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0MCGUIRE MEMORIAL HOMES, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2MAPLEWOOD CARE CENTER, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0ADVANTAGE LIVING CEN…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1HELEN NEWBERRY JOY H…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 6METHODIST MEDICAL CE…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4TAHOMA ASSOCIATES, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4DAY KIMBALL HOSPITAL, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1NEWAYGO MEDICAL CARE…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0American Red Cross, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2
American Red Cross has 1 OSHA inspection on record and 2 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Healthcare & Social Assistance peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

American Red Cross in the Healthcare & Social Assistance enforcement ledger

Healthcare & Social Assistance sector: American Red Cross is the #1,050 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 2,466 employers with nonzero fines ($6,000). On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, American Red Cross ranks #12,683 among 13,687 Healthcare & Social Assistance employers with WHD recoveries ($1,450).

Combined federal exposure here: $6,000 OSHA penalties plus $1,450 WHD back wages (19.5% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How American Red Cross Compares

American Red Cross's 2.00 violations per inspection compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector average of 1.1 violations per employer.

Against the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs far above peers (5.1x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2015-08-13

Last Inspection

2015-08-13

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$6,000

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,757

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $6,000 per inspection vs. the Healthcare & Social Assistance average of $1,757.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

Serious

100.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

0

Other-Than-Serious

0.0% of total

What this shows Serious violations involve hazards that could cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate intentional or knowing disregard of the law. Repeat violations are for hazards previously cited within the past 5 years.

Enforcement detail

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$12,000

Current Penalty Amount

$6,000

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$7,450

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $6,000 from the initial assessment of $12,000. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$1,450
Employees Affected
1
WHD Violations
1
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$1,450
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$1,450

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that American Red Cross owed $1,450 in back wages to 1 employee across 1 case and 1 violation. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Healthcare & Social Assistance

How American Red Cross compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector, which has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric American Red Cross Industry Avg
Inspections 1 0.7
Violations 2 1.1
Total Penalty $6,000 $1,181
Avg Penalty per Inspection $6,000 $1,757
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Nationwide Healthcare & Social Assistance peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for American Red Cross, both outside MO so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($6,000 here).

Home Sweet Home Senior Care Daly City, INC. $6,000 CA Plymouth Life, Incorporated $6,000 IA Hope Network West Michigan DBA Development & Community Service $6,000 MI Jay Care Medical Center $6,000 FL

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (1 inspections here).

Lancaster Regional Medical Center 1 insp. Lancaster, PA Beth Abraham Center 1 insp. Bronx, NY SRL Totalsource LLC 1 insp. Waldorf, MD Eastern Montana Industries 1 insp. Miles City, MT

Nearby & Similar Employers in Healthcare & Social Assistance

Showing 5 of 17944 other employers tracked in this sector.

621610 - Greystone Home Health Care
Daytona Beach, FL
0 inspections $0
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Baton Rouge, LA
0 inspections $0
Paramount Senior Living at Chambersburg Road
Fayetteville, PA
0 inspections $0
Agape Family Care Homes LLC
Raleigh, NC
0 inspections $0
SSM St. Joseph's Health Center - St. Charles
Saint Charles, MO
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use American Red Cross's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare American Red Cross against 621610 - Greystone Home Health Care, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether American Red Cross's inspection and penalty record is typical for Healthcare & Social Assistance or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector
  • American Red Cross also carries $1,450 in Wage and Hour Division back-wages, a separate enforcement track from OSHA safety violations. How wage-theft enforcement works

Figures reflect closed OSHA and WHD federal enforcement actions on record (2010–2026); not every workplace issue results in an inspection or investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is American Red Cross safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, American Red Cross's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 2 violations across 1 inspections, including 2 serious violations. Compared to Healthcare & Social Assistance industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does American Red Cross have? ▼
American Red Cross has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $6,000.
How many OSHA inspections has American Red Cross had? ▼
American Red Cross has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2015-08-13 and the most recent on 2015-08-13. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for American Red Cross? ▼
American Red Cross has been assessed $6,000 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $12,000 (a 50.0% reduction). Additionally, $1,450 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does American Red Cross have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. American Red Cross has 2 serious violations. Serious violations involve hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm. Willful violations indicate the employer intentionally or knowingly disregarded the law.
Has American Red Cross been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against American Red Cross, resulting in $1,450 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does American Red Cross operate in? ▼
American Red Cross operates in the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector (NAICS code 621991). This industry has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 12,060 total OSHA inspections and $21.19M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if American Red Cross owes me wages? ▼
If you believe American Red Cross owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $1,450 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does American Red Cross rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, American Red Cross ranks #50,303 (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). The ordinal is a live COUNT of employers with a lower total_current_penalty; see the methodology page for the exact derivation.
How does American Red Cross's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
American Red Cross's total OSHA penalty of $6,000 is above the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer (5.1x the average). The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.7 per employer. For a direct comparison, 621610 - Greystone Home Health Care in Daytona Beach, FL is a similar healthcare & social assistance employer with $0 in current penalties.
Data Sources & Methodology ▼

Data as of 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Labor (OSHA, WHD).

Source: OSHA Enforcement Data

Inspection and violation records from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor, covering the period 2010–2026. Includes inspection dates, violation types (serious, willful, repeat, other-than-serious), and penalty amounts. Penalties shown are current assessed amounts and may differ from original citations due to settlement, contest, or reduction.

Source: Wage and Hour Division (WHD)

Compliance actions from the WHD, covering enforcement of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), including minimum wage, overtime, and child labor violations. Back wages represent amounts owed to affected employees as determined by WHD investigations.

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