Healthcare & Social Assistance · Glens Falls, NY

Glens Falls Hospital

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Glens Falls Hospital ranks #16,474 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a relatively clean safety record: 2 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty100% serious
$21,065
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#16,474
of 99,447 penalized employers

Glens Falls Hospital in Glens Falls, NY has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $21,065. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 4 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Glens Falls Hospital 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 1.0 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #16,474 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter 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 well above peers (3.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $42,562 in back wages owed to 3 affected workers. For comparison, Glenhaven Retirement Village in Chickasha, OK is another healthcare & social assistance employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

1.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#16,474
of 99,447 penalized employers
$42,562
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

D 54/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 2 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (1.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • F Wage & hour compliance: $43K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($43K 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 Glens Falls Hospital compares on OSHA penalties

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

in penalties

What this shows Glens Falls Hospital runs far above peers (17.8x 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

$21,065 Bottom 17% least affordable more affordable than 17% 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%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Glens Falls Hospital.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.002.65.37.910.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedSACRAMENTO MEDICAL C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3CAROLINA ASSISTED LI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6DUNCAN REGIONAL HOSP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3LEWIS MEMORIAL CHRIS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5THE LAURELS OF MT. V…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2HALL AMBULANCE SERVI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6HILLCREST CARE CENTE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2FIESER NURSING CENTER, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4WEST VALLEY VISION C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8CEDAR PARK HEALTH SY…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2THE MEMORIAL HOSPITA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3BROOKDALE SENIOR LIV…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2INTERNATIONAL HEALTH…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1TUALATIN ASSOC LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10HEALTHCARE PARTNERS …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1SUNNYCREST MANOR, DU…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2KINDRED NURSING CENT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2MARYLAND DEPARTMENT …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3MICHIGAN VETERANS HO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0GEISINGER HEALTH, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0Glens Falls Hospital, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2
Glens Falls Hospital has 2 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.

Glens Falls Hospital in the Healthcare & Social Assistance enforcement ledger

Healthcare & Social Assistance sector: Glens Falls Hospital is the #232 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 2,466 employers with nonzero fines ($21,065). WHD back-wage recoveries in this sector place Glens Falls Hospital at rank #2,036 of 13,687 employers ($42,562 owed).

Combined federal exposure here: $21,065 OSHA penalties plus $42,562 WHD back wages (66.9% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Glens Falls Hospital Compares

Glens Falls Hospital's 1.00 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 (17.8x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2021-01-27

Last Inspection

2022-04-13

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

1.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$10,533

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,757

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 1.0 violations per visit. That's $10,533 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

$23,406

Current Penalty Amount

$21,065

Penalty Reduction

10.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$63,627

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $2,341 from the initial assessment of $23,406. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$42,562
Employees Affected
3
WHD Violations
4
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$14,187
Avg Back Wages per CaseAbove average
$42,562

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Glens Falls Hospital owed $42,562 in back wages to 3 employees across 1 case and 4 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 Glens Falls Hospital compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector, which has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Glens Falls Hospital Industry Avg
Inspections 2 0.7
Violations 2 1.1
Total Penalty $21,065 $1,181
Avg Penalty per Inspection $10,533 $1,757

Nationwide Healthcare & Social Assistance peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Glens Falls Hospital, both outside NY so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

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What to do with this record

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

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Glens Falls Hospital against Glenhaven Retirement Village, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Glens Falls 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
  • Glens Falls Hospital also carries $42,562 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 Glens Falls Hospital safe to work at?
Based on OSHA records, Glens Falls Hospital's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 2 violations across 2 inspections, including 2 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 Glens Falls Hospital have?
Glens Falls Hospital has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $21,065.
How many OSHA inspections has Glens Falls Hospital had?
Glens Falls Hospital has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2021-01-27 and the most recent on 2022-04-13. This averages 1.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Glens Falls Hospital?
Glens Falls Hospital has been assessed $21,065 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $23,406 (a 10.0% reduction). Additionally, $42,562 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Glens Falls Hospital have any serious or willful violations?
Yes. Glens Falls 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 Glens Falls Hospital been cited for wage theft?
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Glens Falls Hospital, resulting in $42,562 in back wages owed to 3 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Glens Falls Hospital operate in?
Glens Falls Hospital operates in the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector (NAICS code 622110). 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 Glens Falls Hospital owes me wages?
If you believe Glens Falls 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 $42,562 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Glens Falls Hospital rank nationally on OSHA penalties?
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Glens Falls Hospital ranks #16,474 (the top quarter 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 Glens Falls Hospital's safety record compare to industry average?
Glens Falls Hospital's total OSHA penalty of $21,065 is above the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer (17.8x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.7 per employer. For a direct comparison, Glenhaven Retirement Village in Chickasha, OK 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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