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Black Horse Automotive Services, INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Black Horse Automotive Services, INC ranks #26,431 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 21 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty95% serious
$13,698
OSHA penalties
21
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#26,431
of 99,447 penalized employers

Black Horse Automotive Services, INC in Bridgeport, CT has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 21 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $13,698. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Black Horse Automotive Services, INC 2 times across a longer 5-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections turned up 21 violations, averaging 10.5 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #26,431 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 20 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Other Services industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.6x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Coastal Collision Works in Charleston, SC is another other services employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

10.5
violations per inspection
95.2%
of violations were serious
#26,431
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 21 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (10.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Other Services per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Black Horse Automotive Services, INC runs well above peers (4.5x 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

$13,698 Bottom 27% least affordable more affordable than 27% 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%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Other Services employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Black Horse Automotive Services, INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.68.115.522.930.4OSHA inspectionsViolations citedTEXAS LINEN COMPANY,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 29RED BARN TRUCK WASH …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 26ROCCO'S COLLISION CE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12FDR SERVICES CORP OF…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5TEXRON COMMERCIAL AU…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13DURAN TENT SPECIALIS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2AVALOS YACHT SERVICES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3BUTLER SIGN COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6BEE-ZEE BODY SHOP, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11GREASE MONKEY INTERN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3BELL AUDI, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5ROCKPORT AUTOMOTIVE,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6SKOOKUM, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10JEFF ADAMS AUTO BODY…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4SOUTH TEXAS OUTFITTERS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5T & P AUTOMOTIVE SER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15JL COLLISION CENTERS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3THE PARTY CONCIERGE,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6MACAS CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8ANIMAL FRIENDS CONNE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2Black Horse Automoti…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 21
Black Horse Automotive Services, INC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 21 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Other 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.

Black Horse Automotive Services, INC in the Other Services enforcement ledger

In Other Services, Black Horse Automotive Services, INC sits at penalty rank #341 of 2,361 penalized establishments ($13,698 assessed).

How Black Horse Automotive Services, INC Compares

Black Horse Automotive Services, INC's 10.50 violations per inspection compares to the Other Services sector average of 3.8 violations per employer.

Against the Other Services industry average of $3,070 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well above peers (4.5x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2012-03-28

Last Inspection

2017-06-06

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

10.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$6,849

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,499

What this shows 2 inspections over 5 years, averaging 10.5 violations per visit. That's $6,849 per inspection vs. the Other Services average of $2,499.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

20

Serious

95.2% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

4.8% 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

$27,394

Current Penalty Amount

$13,698

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $13,696 from the initial assessment of $27,394. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Other Services

How Black Horse Automotive Services, INC compares to the Other Services sector, which has 6,486 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Black Horse Automotive Services, INC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 1.2
Violations 21 3.8
Total Penalty $13,698 $3,070
Avg Penalty per Inspection $6,849 $2,499
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Nationwide Other Services peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Black Horse Automotive Services, INC, both outside CT so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($13,698 here).

Pro-1 Automotive, INC. $13,684 NV Alsco, INC. $13,713 MT Union Gospel Mission $13,750 WA Wichita Trailer INC. $13,614 KS

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Texas Linen Company, LTD 2 insp. Austin, TX Red Barn Truck Wash & Service Center LLC 2 insp. Liberal, KS Rocco's Collision Center INC. 2 insp. Blackwood, NJ FDR Services CORP of Virginia, INC. 2 insp. Front Royal, VA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Other Services

Showing 5 of 6485 other employers tracked in this sector.

Ameripro Auto Glass
Jacksonville, FL
0 inspections $0
Pro-1 Automotive, INC.
Reno, NV
4 inspections $13,684
Alsco, INC.
Billings, MT
2 inspections $13,713
Coastal Collision Works
Charleston, SC
0 inspections $0
Sun Frog Shirts
Gaylord, MI
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 Black Horse Automotive Services, INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Black Horse Automotive Services, INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 21 violations across 2 inspections, including 20 serious violations. Compared to Other Services industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Black Horse Automotive Services, INC have? ▼
Black Horse Automotive Services, INC has 21 OSHA violations on record, including 20 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $13,698.
How many OSHA inspections has Black Horse Automotive Services, INC had? ▼
Black Horse Automotive Services, INC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-03-28 and the most recent on 2017-06-06. This averages 10.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Black Horse Automotive Services, INC? ▼
Black Horse Automotive Services, INC has been assessed $13,698 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $27,394 (a 50.0% reduction).
Does Black Horse Automotive Services, INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Black Horse Automotive Services, INC has 20 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 Black Horse Automotive Services, INC operate in? ▼
Black Horse Automotive Services, INC operates in the Other Services sector (NAICS code 811121). This industry has 6,486 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 7,967 total OSHA inspections and $19.91M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Black Horse Automotive Services, INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Black Horse Automotive Services, INC ranks #26,431 (the upper 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 Black Horse Automotive Services, INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Black Horse Automotive Services, INC's total OSHA penalty of $13,698 is above the Other Services industry average of $3,070 per employer (4.5x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Coastal Collision Works in Charleston, SC is a similar other 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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