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Arts, Entertainment & Recreation · Kitty Hawk, NC

Breakwater Adventures, LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Breakwater Adventures, LLC ranks #51,906 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 12 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty50% serious
$5,614
OSHA penalties
12
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#51,906
of 99,447 penalized employers

Breakwater Adventures, LLC in Kitty Hawk, NC has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 12 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $5,614. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Breakwater Adventures, LLC 2 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 12 violations, averaging 6.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #51,906 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 6 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.1x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Twin Oaks Country Club in Springfield, MO is another arts, entertainment & recreation employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

6.0
violations per inspection
50.0%
of violations were serious
#51,906
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 3/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 12 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (6.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Breakwater Adventures, LLC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Breakwater Adventures, LLC runs moderately above peers (1.3x 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

$5,614 Top 48% most affordable more affordable than 52% 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 Arts, Entertainment & Recreation employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Breakwater Adventures, LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.003.77.311.014.7OSHA inspectionsViolations citedUNIVERSAL TELEVISION…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2WOLF CREEK SKI CORPO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3MOTOR CITY CASINO, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0GOODLETTSVILLE - PAR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5CLIFTON - PARKS & RE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10H & B ENTERPRISES, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0RIVERHEAD TN STOTZKY…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4LUCAS OIL PRODUCTION…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0NYC DEPARTMENT OF PA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5DRNA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10DESERT DIAMOND CASIN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3KALAMAZOO FERRY COMP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14BASE ENTERTAINMENT, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5NYSORDA GORE MOUNTAI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0CHESAPEAKE MARINA LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2NBVC LANES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11RHINO LAS VEGAS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1BROOKLYN BOTANIC GAR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8YHB MILILANI GC, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7CSA-VAB, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4Breakwater Adventure…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12
Breakwater Adventures, LLC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 12 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Arts, Entertainment & Recreation peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Breakwater Adventures, LLC in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation enforcement ledger

Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector: Breakwater Adventures, LLC is the #407 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 848 employers with nonzero fines ($5,614).

How Breakwater Adventures, LLC Compares

Breakwater Adventures, LLC's 6.00 violations per inspection compares to the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector average of 5.1 violations per employer.

Against the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of $4,481 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately above peers (1.3x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2020-10-14

Last Inspection

2022-05-20

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

6.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,807

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,537

What this shows 2 inspections over 2 years, averaging 6.0 violations per visit. That's $2,807 per inspection vs. the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation average of $2,537.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

6

Serious

50.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

6

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

$10,795

Current Penalty Amount

$5,614

Penalty Reduction

48.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $5,181 from the initial assessment of $10,795. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

How Breakwater Adventures, LLC compares to the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector, which has 2,226 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Breakwater Adventures, LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 1.8
Violations 12 5.1
Total Penalty $5,614 $4,481
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,807 $2,537
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Nationwide Arts, Entertainment & Recreation peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Breakwater Adventures, LLC, both outside NC so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($5,614 here).

Golfland Entertainment Centers, INC. $5,600 CA Walt Disney Company $5,600 CA Gilbert's Small Arms Range $5,580 VA Morningstar Properties, LLC $5,566 MI

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Universal Television LLC 2 insp. Los Angeles, CA Wolf Creek Ski Corporation 2 insp. Pagosa Springs, CO Motor City Casino 2 insp. Detroit, MI Goodlettsville - Parks Department 2 insp. Goodlettsville, TN

Nearby & Similar Employers in Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Showing 5 of 2225 other employers tracked in this sector.

Twin Oaks Country Club
Springfield, MO
0 inspections $0
Golfland Entertainment Centers, INC.
Milpitas, CA
2 inspections $5,600
Walt Disney Company
Anaheim, CA
2 inspections $5,600
Gilbert's Small Arms Range
Lorton, VA
2 inspections $5,580
Morningstar Properties, LLC
Muskegon, MI
2 inspections $5,566

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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 Breakwater Adventures, LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Breakwater Adventures, LLC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 12 violations across 2 inspections, including 6 serious violations. Compared to Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Breakwater Adventures, LLC have? ▼
Breakwater Adventures, LLC has 12 OSHA violations on record, including 6 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $5,614.
How many OSHA inspections has Breakwater Adventures, LLC had? ▼
Breakwater Adventures, LLC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2020-10-14 and the most recent on 2022-05-20. This averages 6.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Breakwater Adventures, LLC? ▼
Breakwater Adventures, LLC has been assessed $5,614 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $10,795 (a 48.0% reduction).
Does Breakwater Adventures, LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Breakwater Adventures, LLC has 6 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 Breakwater Adventures, LLC operate in? ▼
Breakwater Adventures, LLC operates in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector (NAICS code 713940). This industry has 2,226 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 3,932 total OSHA inspections and $9.98M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Breakwater Adventures, LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Breakwater Adventures, LLC ranks #51,906 (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 Breakwater Adventures, LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Breakwater Adventures, LLC's total OSHA penalty of $5,614 is above the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of $4,481 per employer (1.3x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Twin Oaks Country Club in Springfield, MO is a similar arts, entertainment & recreation 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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