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C & W Auto Detailing

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), C & W Auto Detailing has a mixed safety record: 2 violations across 1 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty50% serious
$1,530
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
$16,268
Back wages owed

C & W Auto Detailing in West Springfield, MA 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: $1,530. 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 C & W Auto Detailing once. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 1 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 sits roughly in line with peers (0.8x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $16,268 in back wages owed to 2 affected workers. For comparison, Unparalleled Parking in Minneapolis, MN is another other services employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
50.0%
of violations were serious
19%
of penalized employers rank lower
$16,268
in back wages recovered

How C & W Auto Detailing compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Other Services per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows C & W Auto Detailing runs moderately below peers (0.5x 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

$1,530 Top 19% most affordable more affordable than 81% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 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

What the Data Says About C & W Auto Detailing

The federal enforcement record for C & W Auto Detailing in West Springfield, MA includes 1 OSHA inspection and 2 violations, translating to 2.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 1 (50.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $1,530 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $1,530 - no reduction from the original assessment. Average penalty per inspection works out to $1,530. Against the Other Services industry average of $3,058 per employer, this record runs moderately below peers (0.5x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $16,268 in back wages owed to 2 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2012-02-13 to 2012-02-13, a window of roughly 1 year.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2012-02-13

Last Inspection

2012-02-13

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,530

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,502

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $1,530 per inspection vs. the Other Services average of $2,502.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

50.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

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

$1,530

Current Penalty Amount

$1,530

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$17,798

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

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$16,268
Employees Affected
2
WHD Violations
3
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$8,134
Avg Back Wages per Case
$16,268

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that C & W Auto Detailing owed $16,268 in back wages to 2 employees across 1 case and 3 violations. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Other Services

How C & W Auto Detailing compares to the Other Services sector, which has 6,504 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric C & W Auto Detailing Industry Avg
Inspections 1 1.2
Violations 2 3.8
Total Penalty $1,530 $3,058
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,530 $2,502
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is C & W Auto Detailing safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, C & W Auto Detailing's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 2 violations across 1 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Other Services industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does C & W Auto Detailing have? ▼
C & W Auto Detailing has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,530.
How many OSHA inspections has C & W Auto Detailing had? ▼
C & W Auto Detailing has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-02-13 and the most recent on 2012-02-13. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for C & W Auto Detailing? ▼
C & W Auto Detailing has been assessed $1,530 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $16,268 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does C & W Auto Detailing have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. C & W Auto Detailing has 1 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 C & W Auto Detailing been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against C & W Auto Detailing, resulting in $16,268 in back wages owed to 2 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does C & W Auto Detailing operate in? ▼
C & W Auto Detailing operates in the Other Services sector (NAICS code 811198). This industry has 6,504 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 7,951 total OSHA inspections and $19.89M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if C & W Auto Detailing owes me wages? ▼
If you believe C & W Auto Detailing 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 $16,268 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does C & W Auto Detailing's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
C & W Auto Detailing's total OSHA penalty of $1,530 is below the Other Services industry average of $3,058 per employer. The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Unparalleled Parking in Minneapolis, MN is a similar other services employer with $0 in current penalties.

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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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