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Carite of Flint

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Carite of Flint has a mixed safety record: 5 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$4,500
OSHA penalties
5
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$104,383
Back wages owed

Carite of Flint in Flint, MI 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: $4,500. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $104,383 in back wages owed to 83 affected workers. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Carite of Flint 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. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in 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 Retail Trade industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (2.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $104,383 in back wages owed to 83 affected workers. For comparison, Walmart INC. in Reno, NV is another retail trade employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $109,030 in current penalties.

2.5
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
41%
of penalized employers rank lower
$104,383
in back wages recovered

How Carite of Flint compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Retail Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Carite of Flint runs moderately above peers (1.6x 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

$4,500 Top 41% most affordable more affordable than 59% 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 Carite of Flint

The federal enforcement record for Carite of Flint in Flint, MI includes 2 OSHA inspections and 5 violations, translating to 2.50 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 5 (100.0%) 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 $4,500 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $4,500 - no reduction from the original assessment. Average penalty per inspection works out to $2,250. Against the Retail Trade industry average of $2,879 per employer, this record runs moderately above peers (1.6x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $104,383 in back wages owed to 83 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2022-04-13 to 2022-05-05, a window of roughly 1 year.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2022-04-13

Last Inspection

2022-05-05

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,250

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,566

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 2.5 violations per visit. That's $2,250 per inspection vs. the Retail Trade average of $3,566.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

5

Serious

100.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

0

Other-Than-Serious

0.0% 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

$4,500

Current Penalty Amount

$4,500

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$108,883

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

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$104,383
Employees Affected
83
WHD Violations
84
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$1,258
Avg Back Wages per Case
$104,383

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Carite of Flint owed $104,383 in back wages to 83 employees across 1 case and 84 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: Retail Trade

How Carite of Flint compares to the Retail Trade sector, which has 12,990 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Carite of Flint Industry Avg
Inspections 2 0.8
Violations 5 1.7
Total Penalty $4,500 $2,879
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,250 $3,566
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carite of Flint safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Carite of Flint's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 5 violations across 2 inspections, including 5 serious violations. Compared to Retail Trade industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Carite of Flint have? ▼
Carite of Flint has 5 OSHA violations on record, including 5 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $4,500.
How many OSHA inspections has Carite of Flint had? ▼
Carite of Flint has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2022-04-13 and the most recent on 2022-05-05. This averages 2.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Carite of Flint? ▼
Carite of Flint has been assessed $4,500 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $104,383 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Carite of Flint have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Carite of Flint has 5 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 Carite of Flint been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Carite of Flint, resulting in $104,383 in back wages owed to 83 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Carite of Flint operate in? ▼
Carite of Flint operates in the Retail Trade sector (NAICS code 441120). This industry has 12,990 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 10,487 total OSHA inspections and $37.39M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Carite of Flint owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Carite of Flint 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 $104,383 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Carite of Flint's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Carite of Flint's total OSHA penalty of $4,500 is above the Retail Trade industry average of $2,879 per employer (1.6x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Walmart INC. in Reno, NV is a similar retail trade employer with $109,030 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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