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Best Tires of Raleigh, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. ranks #79,116 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 5 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty60% serious
$1,725
OSHA penalties
5
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#79,116
of 99,447 penalized employers

Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. in Raleigh, NC has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 5 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,725. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 5 violations, averaging 2.5 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #79,116 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 3 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Retail Trade industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (2.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Iac Warren LLC in Warren, MI is another retail trade employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $1,725 in current penalties.

2.5
violations per inspection
60.0%
of violations were serious
#79,116
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

D 54/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 5 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (2.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Retail Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. runs moderately below peers (0.6x 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

$1,725 Top 20% most affordable more affordable than 80% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $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 Retail Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Best Tires of Raleigh, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.006.813.620.427.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedDEMOULAS SUPER MARKE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 26CARL CANNON, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 689-02 FOOD CORP., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15SHERMAN SPECAILTY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10STRICKLER IMPORTS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14BLOEM, LLC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3BP AMERICA OF DELAWA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9WALGREEN NATIONAL CO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2LOWE'S HOME CENTERS,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5RENO DODGE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8ASB OF MIAMI, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3HOME DEPOT, U.S.A., …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1HARKEN'S LANDSCAPE S…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1NOR-SPRING SERVICE S…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2CARMAX AUTO SUPERSTO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3PEARSON PRE-OWNED, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3CLINICAL MEDICAL SER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4WALMART STORE #1616, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1HOMEGOODS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1BATH & BODY WORKS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2Best Tires of Raleig…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5
Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 5 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Retail Trade peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. in the Retail Trade enforcement ledger

Among 3,175 Retail Trade employers with OSHA penalties on file, Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. ranks #2,246 at $1,725 current penalty.

How Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. Compares

Best Tires of Raleigh, INC.'s 2.50 violations per inspection compares to the Retail Trade sector average of 1.7 violations per employer.

Against the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately below peers (0.6x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2014-01-03

Last Inspection

2014-02-26

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$863

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,571

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 2.5 violations per visit. That's $863 per inspection vs. the Retail Trade average of $3,571.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

3

Serious

60.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

40.0% 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

$2,300

Current Penalty Amount

$1,725

Penalty Reduction

25.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $575 from the initial assessment of $2,300. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Retail Trade

How Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. compares to the Retail Trade sector, which has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 0.8
Violations 5 1.7
Total Penalty $1,725 $2,898
Avg Penalty per Inspection $863 $3,571
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Nationwide Retail Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Best Tires of Raleigh, INC., both outside NC so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,725 here).

Great Lakes Glass Distributors $1,725 MI Moore Shoreline Chevrolet Buick Pontiac INC DBA Moore Shoreline $1,725 MI Supermercados Maximo INC $1,725 PR Iac Warren LLC $1,725 MI

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

Demoulas Super Markets, INC 2 insp. Rindge, NH Carl Cannon, INC. 2 insp. Jasper, AL 89-02 Food CORP. 2 insp. Jackson Heights, NY Sherman Specailty 2 insp. Guilderland Center, NY

Nearby & Similar Employers in Retail Trade

Showing 5 of 12944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Zaman Ultra Hookah Lounge
Los Angeles, CA
0 inspections $0
Great Lakes Glass Distributors
Plymouth, MI
2 inspections $1,725
Moore Shoreline Chevrolet Buick Pontiac INC DBA Moore Shoreline
Sebewaing, MI
2 inspections $1,725
Supermercados Maximo INC
Dorado, PR
3 inspections $1,725
Iac Warren LLC
Warren, MI
2 inspections $1,725

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What to do with this record

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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 Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Best Tires of Raleigh, INC.'s workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 5 violations across 2 inspections, including 3 serious violations. Compared to Retail Trade industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. have? ▼
Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. has 5 OSHA violations on record, including 3 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,725.
How many OSHA inspections has Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. had? ▼
Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-01-03 and the most recent on 2014-02-26. This averages 2.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Best Tires of Raleigh, INC.? ▼
Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. has been assessed $1,725 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $2,300 (a 25.0% reduction).
Does Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. has 3 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.
What industry does Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. operate in? ▼
Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. operates in the Retail Trade sector (NAICS code 441320). This industry has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 10,505 total OSHA inspections and $37.51M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Best Tires of Raleigh, INC. ranks #79,116 (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 Best Tires of Raleigh, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Best Tires of Raleigh, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $1,725 is below the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Iac Warren LLC in Warren, MI is a similar retail trade employer with $1,725 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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