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Harry Asato Painting, Inc

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Harry Asato Painting, Inc ranks #69,567 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 15 violations across 3 inspections.

Lower half by penalty60% serious
$2,820
OSHA penalties
15
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#69,567
of 99,447 penalized employers

Harry Asato Painting, Inc in Honolulu, HI has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 15 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $2,820. 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 Harry Asato Painting, Inc 3 times over 5 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 15 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #69,567 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 9 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 $10,714 in back wages owed to 9 affected workers. For comparison, City Concrete Systems, INC in Naples, FL is another construction employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $13,534 in current penalties.

5.0
violations per inspection
60.0%
of violations were serious
#69,567
of 99,447 penalized employers
$10,714
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

F 47/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 15 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (5.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • C Wage & hour compliance: $11K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($11K 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 Harry Asato Painting, Inc compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Harry Asato Painting, Inc runs moderately below peers (0.4x 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

$2,820 Top 30% most affordable more affordable than 70% 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 Construction employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Harry Asato Painting, Inc.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.01.69.31724.732.4OSHA inspectionsViolations citedJCL HOME IMPROVEMENT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17MIGUEL CONTRERAS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11CARIAMANGA FRAMING LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4ALEJANDRO RAMIREZ PE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5JOSE ESPINOZA, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 75 STAR CONSTRUCTION …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4BLACK CREEK BUILDERS…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12SOUTHTECH CONSTRUCTI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13SAN ANTONIO CONSTRUC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10ARMENDARIZ CONSTRUCT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4KJMK CONSTRUCTION CO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3FIDEL HERNANDEZ, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8ARTURO GARCIA, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14LORO FAST CONSTRUCTI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 31R.A.M.E. INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4Z TECH BUILDING SOLU…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4INDUSTRIE SERVICE LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8GORDON CONSTRUCTION …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4TELCO SUPPLY COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3VENEZIA CONCRETE, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10Harry Asato Painting…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15
Harry Asato Painting, Inc has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 15 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.

Harry Asato Painting, Inc in the Construction enforcement ledger

Construction sector: Harry Asato Painting, Inc is the #22,021 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 33,222 employers with nonzero fines ($2,820). On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, Harry Asato Painting, Inc ranks #6,580 among 12,785 Construction employers with WHD recoveries ($10,714).

Combined federal exposure here: $2,820 OSHA penalties plus $10,714 WHD back wages (79.2% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Harry Asato Painting, Inc Compares

Harry Asato Painting, Inc's 5.00 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 below peers (0.4x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2013-01-04

Last Inspection

2017-12-13

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

5.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$940

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 3 inspections over 5 years, averaging 5.0 violations per visit. That's $940 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

9

Serious

60.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

6

Other-Than-Serious

40.0% 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

$4,980

Current Penalty Amount

$2,820

Penalty Reduction

43.4%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$13,534

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $2,160 from the initial assessment of $4,980. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$10,714
Employees Affected
9
WHD Violations
17
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$1,190
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$10,714

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Harry Asato Painting, Inc owed $10,714 in back wages to 9 employees across 1 case and 17 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 Harry Asato Painting, Inc compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Harry Asato Painting, Inc Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.0
Violations 15 3.3
Total Penalty $2,820 $6,767
Avg Penalty per Inspection $940 $3,361
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Nationwide Construction peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Harry Asato Painting, Inc, both outside HI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($2,820 here).

FMG Concrete Cutting INC $2,820 MI Erectors Plus INC. $2,820 VA MVG Home Improvement CORP $2,820 NY Leonard S. Fiore INC. $2,820 PA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

JCL Home Improvement INC 3 insp. Longmeadow, MA Miguel Contreras 3 insp. El Paso, TX Cariamanga Framing LLC 3 insp. Paramus, NJ Alejandro Ramirez Perez 3 insp. Auburn, AL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Construction

Showing 5 of 61259 other employers tracked in this sector.

City Concrete Systems, INC
Naples, FL
2 inspections $13,534
Hendrick Roofing, INC.
Treasure Island, FL
2 inspections $13,536
Jack's Roofing LLC
Fort Worth, TX
2 inspections $13,531
High Volt Electric CORP. of America
New York, NY
2 inspections $13,539
MSJ Contractors, LLC
Philadelphia, PA
3 inspections $13,539

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What to do with this record

Use Harry Asato Painting, Inc's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Harry Asato Painting, Inc against City Concrete Systems, INC, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Harry Asato Painting, Inc's inspection and penalty record is typical for Construction or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Construction sector
  • Harry Asato Painting, Inc also carries $10,714 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 Harry Asato Painting, Inc safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Harry Asato Painting, Inc's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 15 violations across 3 inspections, including 9 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Harry Asato Painting, Inc have? ▼
Harry Asato Painting, Inc has 15 OSHA violations on record, including 9 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,820.
How many OSHA inspections has Harry Asato Painting, Inc had? ▼
Harry Asato Painting, Inc has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-01-04 and the most recent on 2017-12-13. This averages 5.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Harry Asato Painting, Inc? ▼
Harry Asato Painting, Inc has been assessed $2,820 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $4,980 (a 43.4% reduction). Additionally, $10,714 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Harry Asato Painting, Inc have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Harry Asato Painting, Inc has 9 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 Harry Asato Painting, Inc been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Harry Asato Painting, Inc, resulting in $10,714 in back wages owed to 9 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Harry Asato Painting, Inc operate in? ▼
Harry Asato Painting, Inc operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238320). 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 Harry Asato Painting, Inc owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Harry Asato Painting, 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 $10,714 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Harry Asato Painting, Inc rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Harry Asato Painting, Inc ranks #69,567 (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 Harry Asato Painting, Inc's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Harry Asato Painting, Inc's total OSHA penalty of $2,820 is below the Construction industry average of $6,767 per employer. The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, City Concrete Systems, INC in Naples, FL is a similar construction employer with $13,534 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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