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Eastern State Hospital

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Eastern State Hospital ranks #90,281 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a relatively clean safety record: 2 violations across 5 inspections.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$700
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
5
OSHA inspections
#90,281
of 99,447 penalized employers

Eastern State Hospital in Medical Lake, WA has been the subject of 5 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $700. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $24 in back wages owed to 8 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 Eastern State Hospital 5 times over 4 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 0.4 per inspection, on the lighter side. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #90,281 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 2 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs far above peers (7.4x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $24 in back wages owed to 8 affected workers. For comparison, State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services in Southbury, CT is another healthcare & social assistance employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $720 in current penalties.

0.4
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#90,281
of 99,447 penalized employers
$24
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

B 88/100
  • B OSHA safety compliance: 2 violations across 5 OSHA inspections (0.4 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • A Wage & hour compliance: $24 in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($24 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 Eastern State Hospital compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Healthcare & Social Assistance per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Eastern State Hospital runs moderately below peers (0.6x 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

$700 Top 9% most affordable more affordable than 91% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $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 Healthcare & Social Assistance employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Eastern State Hospital.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both5.05.055.05.005.310.515.821OSHA inspectionsViolations citedPIH HEALTH WHITTIER …, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 9NORTHWEST PERMANENTE…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 0OROVILLE HOSPITAL, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 14REGO PARK HEALTH CARE, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 3ADULT LEARNING SYSTE…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 3SUNRISE HOSPITAL AND…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 4UC DAVIS HEALTH SYSTEM, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 1ERIE CO HOME, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 11NORTHWEST MEDICAL FO…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 7NYSOPWDD BARRINGER D…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 7MOUNT SINAI MEDICAL …, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 0VIRTUA MEMORIAL HOSP…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 4PRESBYTERIAN HOSPITA…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 1U.S. DEPARTMENT OF V…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 20NYCHHC JACOBI HOSPITAL, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 0GARDEN CITY HOSPITAL, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 12WILLIAM BEAUMONT ARM…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 0STATE OF CONNECTICUT…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 8ROBERT J DOLE VA MED…, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 1TOWNSHIP OF UNION, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 16Eastern State Hospital, OSHA inspections: 5 · Violations cited: 2
Eastern State Hospital has 5 OSHA inspections on record and 2 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Healthcare & Social Assistance peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Eastern State Hospital in the Healthcare & Social Assistance enforcement ledger

In Healthcare & Social Assistance, Eastern State Hospital sits at penalty rank #2,113 of 2,466 penalized establishments ($700 assessed). WHD back-wage recoveries in this sector place Eastern State Hospital at rank #13,686 of 13,687 employers ($24 owed).

Combined federal exposure here: $700 OSHA penalties plus $24 WHD back wages (3.3% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Eastern State Hospital Compares

Eastern State Hospital's 0.40 violations per inspection compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector average of 1.1 violations per employer.

Against the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately below peers (0.6x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

5

First Inspection

2010-06-30

Last Inspection

2014-06-26

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.4

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$140

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,757

What this shows 5 inspections over 4 years, averaging 0.4 violations per visit. That's $140 per inspection vs. the Healthcare & Social Assistance average of $1,757.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

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

$700

Current Penalty Amount

$700

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$724

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

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$24
Employees Affected
8
WHD Violations
8
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$3
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$24

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Eastern State Hospital owed $24 in back wages to 8 employees across 1 case and 8 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: Healthcare & Social Assistance

How Eastern State Hospital compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector, which has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Eastern State Hospital Industry Avg
Inspections 5 0.7
Violations 2 1.1
Total Penalty $700 $1,181
Avg Penalty per Inspection $140 $1,757
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Nationwide Healthcare & Social Assistance peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Eastern State Hospital, both outside WA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($700 here).

Valley Haven Geriatric Center, INC. $700 WV Marshall Medical Center $700 CA West Maiden Manor $700 PA NJ Department of Children & Families $700 NJ

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (5 inspections here).

Pih Health Whittier Hospital 5 insp. Whittier, CA Northwest Permanente PC 5 insp. Portland, OR Oroville Hospital 5 insp. Oroville, CA Rego Park Health Care 5 insp. Flushing, NY

Nearby & Similar Employers in Healthcare & Social Assistance

Showing 5 of 17944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Autumn Care of Mocksville
Mocksville, NC
2 inspections $725
State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services
Southbury, CT
3 inspections $720
Care Center INC
Ashland, OR
4 inspections $730
Luke Dorf Behavioral Health Services LLC
Portland, OR
2 inspections $715
American Management and Administration Corporation
San Sebastian, PR
2 inspections $736

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What to do with this record

Use Eastern State Hospital's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Eastern State Hospital against Autumn Care of Mocksville, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Eastern State Hospital's inspection and penalty record is typical for Healthcare & Social Assistance or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector
  • Eastern State Hospital also carries $24 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 Eastern State Hospital safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Eastern State Hospital's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 2 violations across 5 inspections, including 2 serious violations. Compared to Healthcare & Social Assistance industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Eastern State Hospital have? ▼
Eastern State Hospital has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $700.
How many OSHA inspections has Eastern State Hospital had? ▼
Eastern State Hospital has had 5 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-06-30 and the most recent on 2014-06-26. This averages 0.4 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Eastern State Hospital? ▼
Eastern State Hospital has been assessed $700 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $24 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Eastern State Hospital have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Eastern State Hospital has 2 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 Eastern State Hospital been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Eastern State Hospital, resulting in $24 in back wages owed to 8 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Eastern State Hospital operate in? ▼
Eastern State Hospital operates in the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector (NAICS code 622210). This industry has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 12,060 total OSHA inspections and $21.19M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Eastern State Hospital owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Eastern State Hospital 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 $24 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Eastern State Hospital rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Eastern State Hospital ranks #90,281 (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 Eastern State Hospital's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Eastern State Hospital's total OSHA penalty of $700 is below the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer. The employer has 5 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.7 per employer. For a direct comparison, State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services in Southbury, CT is a similar healthcare & social assistance employer with $720 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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