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Accommodation & Food Services · Federal Way, WA

Best Western Evergreen Inn

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Best Western Evergreen Inn ranks #51,017 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 18 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty28% serious
$5,810
OSHA penalties
18
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#51,017
of 99,447 penalized employers

Best Western Evergreen Inn in Federal Way, WA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 18 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $5,810. 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 Western Evergreen Inn 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 18 violations, averaging 9.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #51,017 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 5 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Accommodation & Food Services industry average of 0 inspections per employer, this runs far above peers (8.8x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Bon Appetit Management Company in Palo Alto, CA is another accommodation & food services employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

9.0
violations per inspection
27.8%
of violations were serious
#51,017
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 18 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (9.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

Channels are separate federal datasets: a dimension marked not applicable simply has no record in that dataset for this employer, not a good or bad score.

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How Best Western Evergreen Inn compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Accommodation & Food Services per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Best Western Evergreen Inn runs far above peers (8.7x 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

$5,810 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 Accommodation & Food Services employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Best Western Evergreen Inn.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.004.79.414.218.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedENCANTO RESTAURANTS …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8PCH HOTELS AND RESOR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3COURTYARD SCOTTSDALE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1PARADIGM HOTELS LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7SILVERLAND U.S.A. IN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3MAIN STREET INN, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6RAARY ENTERPRISES, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2GODFREY'S FLAGSHIP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4CHUNGA'S INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5MARLU LC, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4FALZBRO, INC. D/B/A …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1ANDIAMO ITALIA, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3TEAM ARIZONA PIZZA, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2DOMINO'S PIZZA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4F&M RESTAURANTS, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1POPEYES LOUISIANA KI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0GHG CARSON CITY LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0HERITAGE INN 2 OF LA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0STARWOOD HOTELS & RE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0CHILI'S GRILL & BAR, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2Best Western Evergre…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18
Best Western Evergreen Inn has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 18 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Accommodation & Food Services 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 Western Evergreen Inn in the Accommodation & Food Services enforcement ledger

Among 1,746 Accommodation & Food Services employers with OSHA penalties on file, Best Western Evergreen Inn ranks #691 at $5,810 current penalty.

How Best Western Evergreen Inn Compares

Best Western Evergreen Inn's 9.00 violations per inspection compares to the Accommodation & Food Services sector average of 0.5 violations per employer.

Against the Accommodation & Food Services industry average of $670 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs far above peers (8.7x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2012-07-12

Last Inspection

2013-01-03

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

9.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,905

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,941

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 9.0 violations per visit. That's $2,905 per inspection vs. the Accommodation & Food Services average of $2,941.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

5

Serious

27.8% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

4

Repeat

22.2% of total

9

Other-Than-Serious

50.0% 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

$5,810

Current Penalty Amount

$5,810

Penalty Reduction

None

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Industry Safety Context: Accommodation & Food Services

How Best Western Evergreen Inn compares to the Accommodation & Food Services sector, which has 25,016 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Best Western Evergreen Inn Industry Avg
Inspections 2 0.2
Violations 18 0.5
Total Penalty $5,810 $670
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,905 $2,941
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Nationwide Accommodation & Food Services peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Best Western Evergreen Inn, both outside WA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($5,810 here).

Rio Grande Mexican Restaurants INC $5,818 CO J & a Food Service, INC. $5,775 CA Haynes Family Limited Partnership $5,850 CA Maryland Cantina, LLC $5,750 MD

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Encanto Restaurants INC. 2 insp. Mayaguez, PR PCH Hotels and Resorts, INC. 2 insp. Hoover, AL Courtyard Scottsdale Salt River 2 insp. Scottsdale, AZ Paradigm Hotels LLC 2 insp. Wayne, NJ

Nearby & Similar Employers in Accommodation & Food Services

Showing 5 of 25015 other employers tracked in this sector.

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0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0

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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 Western Evergreen Inn safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Best Western Evergreen Inn's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 18 violations across 2 inspections, including 5 serious violations. Compared to Accommodation & Food Services industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Best Western Evergreen Inn have? ▼
Best Western Evergreen Inn has 18 OSHA violations on record, including 5 serious, 0 willful, and 4 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $5,810.
How many OSHA inspections has Best Western Evergreen Inn had? ▼
Best Western Evergreen Inn has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-07-12 and the most recent on 2013-01-03. This averages 9.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Best Western Evergreen Inn? ▼
Best Western Evergreen Inn has been assessed $5,810 in current OSHA penalties.
Does Best Western Evergreen Inn have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Best Western Evergreen Inn has 5 serious violations, and 4 repeat 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 Western Evergreen Inn operate in? ▼
Best Western Evergreen Inn operates in the Accommodation & Food Services sector (NAICS code 721110). This industry has 25,016 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 5,697 total OSHA inspections and $16.76M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Best Western Evergreen Inn rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Best Western Evergreen Inn ranks #51,017 (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 Western Evergreen Inn's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Best Western Evergreen Inn's total OSHA penalty of $5,810 is above the Accommodation & Food Services industry average of $670 per employer (8.7x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Bon Appetit Management Company in Palo Alto, CA is a similar accommodation & food services 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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