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Healthcare & Social Assistance · El Cajon, CA

El Dorado Care Center

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), El Dorado Care Center ranks #49,787 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a average safety record: 3 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty33% serious
$6,035
OSHA penalties
3
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#49,787
of 99,447 penalized employers

El Dorado Care Center in El Cajon, CA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $6,035. 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 El Dorado Care Center 2 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 3 violations, averaging 1.5 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #49,787 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 1 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 well above peers (3.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. For comparison, Brio of Johnston in Johnston, IA is another healthcare & social assistance employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

1.5
violations per inspection
33.3%
of violations were serious
#49,787
of 99,447 penalized employers
$0
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

B 80/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 3 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (1.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • A Wage & hour compliance: $0 in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($0 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 El Dorado Care Center compares on OSHA penalties

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

in penalties

What this shows El Dorado Care Center runs far above peers (5.1x 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

$6,035 Top 50% most affordable more affordable than 50% 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 Healthcare & Social Assistance employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is El Dorado Care Center.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.002.95.88.711.6OSHA inspectionsViolations citedPETERSEN HEALTH JUNC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10BROOKMONT HEALTHCARE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5BARRY A. MOSS, INCOR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11PARKVIEW ESTATES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6GOOD SHEPHERD MEDICA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6DIVERSICARE OF BIG S…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2HAZLET GARDEN GROUP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4THOMPSON HEALTH, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6EMERITUS SENIOR LIVI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5COUNTRY MANOR NURSIN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1IRVINE HEAD INJURY INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6LIFE CARE CENTERS OF…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8MAYAGUEZ MEDICAL CEN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1NYSOPWDD FAIR LAKES …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5PHC-ELKO, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0DANIEL HEALTH CARE, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1CORNELL UNIVERSITY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0VI DEPARTMENT OF HUM…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6METRO SANTURCE INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0WHEEL COACH SERVICES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0El Dorado Care Center, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3
El Dorado Care Center has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 3 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.

El Dorado Care Center in the Healthcare & Social Assistance enforcement ledger

Healthcare & Social Assistance sector: El Dorado Care Center is the #1,047 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 2,466 employers with nonzero fines ($6,035).

Combined federal exposure here: $6,035 OSHA penalties plus $0 WHD back wages (0.0% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How El Dorado Care Center Compares

El Dorado Care Center's 1.50 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 far above peers (5.1x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2021-08-05

Last Inspection

2023-11-14

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$3,018

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,757

What this shows 2 inspections over 2 years, averaging 1.5 violations per visit. That's $3,018 per inspection vs. the Healthcare & Social Assistance average of $1,757.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

33.3% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

66.7% 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

$14,625

Current Penalty Amount

$6,035

Penalty Reduction

58.7%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$6,035

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $8,590 from the initial assessment of $14,625. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$0
Employees Affected
0
WHD Violations
0

Industry Safety Context: Healthcare & Social Assistance

How El Dorado Care Center compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector, which has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric El Dorado Care Center Industry Avg
Inspections 2 0.7
Violations 3 1.1
Total Penalty $6,035 $1,181
Avg Penalty per Inspection $3,018 $1,757
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Nationwide Healthcare & Social Assistance peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for El Dorado Care Center, both outside CA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($6,035 here).

ST. Mark Village, INC. $6,028 FL Tanner Medical Center, INC. $6,026 GA Metrohealth INC $6,055 PR The Ensign Group $6,000 CO

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Petersen Health Junction, LLC 2 insp. Canton, IL Brookmont Healthcare Center, LLC 2 insp. Effort, PA Barry a. Moss, Incorporated 2 insp. Jonestown, PA Parkview Estates 2 insp. Kennewick, WA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Healthcare & Social Assistance

Showing 5 of 17944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Bright Beginnings/Small Wonders Preschool
Myrtle Beach, SC
0 inspections $0
Prime Radiology of Winter Haven
Winter Haven, FL
0 inspections $0
Tony's Tiny Tots
Westbury, NY
0 inspections $0
Brio of Johnston
Johnston, IA
0 inspections $0
Fast Care Medical Diagnostics PLLC
Middle Village, NY
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use El Dorado Care Center's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare El Dorado Care Center against Bright Beginnings/Small Wonders Preschool, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether El Dorado Care Center'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
  • El Dorado Care Center also carries $0 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 El Dorado Care Center safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, El Dorado Care Center's workplace safety record is average, with typical for this industry. The employer has 3 violations across 2 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Healthcare & Social Assistance industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does El Dorado Care Center have? ▼
El Dorado Care Center has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $6,035.
How many OSHA inspections has El Dorado Care Center had? ▼
El Dorado Care Center has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2021-08-05 and the most recent on 2023-11-14. This averages 1.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for El Dorado Care Center? ▼
El Dorado Care Center has been assessed $6,035 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $14,625 (a 58.7% reduction). Additionally, $0 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does El Dorado Care Center have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. El Dorado Care Center 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 El Dorado Care Center been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against El Dorado Care Center, resulting in $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does El Dorado Care Center operate in? ▼
El Dorado Care Center operates in the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector (NAICS code 623311). 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 El Dorado Care Center owes me wages? ▼
If you believe El Dorado Care Center 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 $0 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does El Dorado Care Center rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, El Dorado Care Center ranks #49,787 (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 El Dorado Care Center's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
El Dorado Care Center's total OSHA penalty of $6,035 is above the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer (5.1x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.7 per employer. For a direct comparison, Brio of Johnston in Johnston, IA is a similar healthcare & social assistance 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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