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David's Fencing INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), David's Fencing INC ranks #28,102 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 11 violations across 3 inspections.

Upper half by penalty45% serious
$12,857
OSHA penalties
11
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#28,102
of 99,447 penalized employers

David's Fencing INC in Waipahu, HI has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 11 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $12,857. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $1,524 in back wages owed to 10 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 David's Fencing INC 3 times across a longer 9-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 11 violations, averaging 3.7 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #28,102 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 5 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $1,524 in back wages owed to 10 affected workers. For comparison, Frazee Construction Company in Colorado Springs, CO is another construction employer with 5 OSHA inspections on record and $14,385 in current penalties.

3.7
violations per inspection
45.5%
of violations were serious
#28,102
of 99,447 penalized employers
$1,524
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

D 64/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 11 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (3.7 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • A Wage & hour compliance: $2K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($2K per case), vs. national p10 $2K (best) / p90 $58K (worst) among 91,622 employers with a WHD case on file.
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How David's Fencing INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows David's Fencing INC runs moderately above peers (1.9x 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

$12,857 Bottom 28% least affordable more affordable than 28% 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 Construction employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is David's Fencing INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.02.45.7912.315.6OSHA inspectionsViolations citedPRINCE CONTRACTING, …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4MARCELINO HERNANDEZ …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6QRO MEX CONSTRUCTION…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8CDA ROOFING & SIDING…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9PAVILION CONSTRUCTIO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4LPS CONSTRUCTION LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10BEST GRANITE AND MAR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15ESMITH CONSTRUCTION …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5CANDELARIO PEREZ, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4HADCO CONSTRUCTION LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14ANDRES ROOFING COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11R.W. KIBLER INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6JACK ST. CLAIR, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5LEIJA ROOFING, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4SPRINGBUCK CONSTRUCT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9MSJ SHEET METAL AND …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5D Z IMAGE INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6EMPIRE ERECTORS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6KLR NORTHERN JV, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3ESKOLA LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4David's Fencing INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11
David's Fencing INC has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 11 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Construction peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

David's Fencing INC in the Construction enforcement ledger

Among 33,222 Construction employers with OSHA penalties on file, David's Fencing INC ranks #7,428 at $12,857 current penalty. On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, David's Fencing INC ranks #11,944 among 12,785 Construction employers with WHD recoveries ($1,524).

Combined federal exposure here: $12,857 OSHA penalties plus $1,524 WHD back wages (10.6% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How David's Fencing INC Compares

David's Fencing INC's 3.67 violations per inspection compares to the Construction sector average of 3.3 violations per employer.

Against the Construction industry average of $6,767 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately above peers (1.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2011-08-29

Last Inspection

2020-10-30

Inspection Span

9 yrs

Violations / Inspection

3.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$4,286

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 3 inspections over 9 years, averaging 3.7 violations per visit. That's $4,286 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

5

Serious

45.5% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

6

Other-Than-Serious

54.5% 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

$17,445

Current Penalty Amount

$12,857

Penalty Reduction

26.3%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$14,381

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $4,588 from the initial assessment of $17,445. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$1,524
Employees Affected
10
WHD Violations
10
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$152
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$1,524

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that David's Fencing INC owed $1,524 in back wages to 10 employees across 1 case and 10 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: Construction

How David's Fencing INC compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric David's Fencing INC Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.0
Violations 11 3.3
Total Penalty $12,857 $6,767
Avg Penalty per Inspection $4,286 $3,361
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Nationwide Construction peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for David's Fencing INC, both outside HI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($12,857 here).

Gold Construction, LLC. $12,858 MO Cunados Construction $12,859 MO Triangle Construction & Utility, LLC $12,863 OK A. Pappajohn Company $12,864 CT

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (3 inspections here).

Prince Contracting, LLC 3 insp. Savannah, GA Marcelino Hernandez Reyes 3 insp. Dublin, OH Qro Mex Construction Company, INC. 3 insp. Laredo, TX Cda Roofing & Siding Contractors 3 insp. West Springfield, MA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Construction

Showing 5 of 61259 other employers tracked in this sector.

Ervin Gomez
Decatur, GA
2 inspections $14,379
J. L. Roberts Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Richland, MS
0 inspections $0
Sisson Enterprises
Lubbock, TX
3 inspections $14,378
Frazee Construction Company
Colorado Springs, CO
5 inspections $14,385
Spring Scaffolding LLC
New York, NY
3 inspections $14,386

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What to do with this record

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  • David's Fencing INC also carries $1,524 in Wage and Hour Division back-wages, a separate enforcement track from OSHA safety violations. How wage-theft enforcement works

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 David's Fencing INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, David's Fencing INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 11 violations across 3 inspections, including 5 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does David's Fencing INC have? ▼
David's Fencing INC has 11 OSHA violations on record, including 5 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $12,857.
How many OSHA inspections has David's Fencing INC had? ▼
David's Fencing INC has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-08-29 and the most recent on 2020-10-30. This averages 3.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for David's Fencing INC? ▼
David's Fencing INC has been assessed $12,857 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $17,445 (a 26.3% reduction). Additionally, $1,524 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does David's Fencing INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. David's Fencing INC 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 David's Fencing INC been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against David's Fencing INC, resulting in $1,524 in back wages owed to 10 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does David's Fencing INC operate in? ▼
David's Fencing INC operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238190). This industry has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,354 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if David's Fencing INC owes me wages? ▼
If you believe David's Fencing INC 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 $1,524 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does David's Fencing INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, David's Fencing INC ranks #28,102 (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 David's Fencing INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
David's Fencing INC's total OSHA penalty of $12,857 is above the Construction industry average of $6,767 per employer (1.9x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Frazee Construction Company in Colorado Springs, CO is a similar construction employer with $14,385 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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