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Arts, Entertainment & Recreation · Waipahu, HI

Hoban E & C USA INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Hoban E & C USA INC ranks #11,190 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 12 violations across 3 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty100% serious
$28,743
OSHA penalties
12
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#11,190
of 99,447 penalized employers

Hoban E & C USA INC in Waipahu, HI has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 12 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $28,743. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Hoban E & C USA INC 3 times over 6 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 12 violations, averaging 4.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #11,190 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 12 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.7x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Shooters Paradise, INC. in Oxnard, CA is another arts, entertainment & recreation employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $28,705 in current penalties.

4.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#11,190
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 32/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 12 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (4.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Hoban E & C USA INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Hoban E & C USA INC runs far above peers (6.4x 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

$28,743 Bottom 11% least affordable more affordable than 11% 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%). Below this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Arts, Entertainment & Recreation employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Hoban E & C USA INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.006.813.720.527.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedAMERICAN SHOOTERS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9NATIONAL PARK SERVIC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7NYSPR&HP PINE GROVE …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0WEST BAY MARINA ASSO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5U.S. DEPT. OF INTERI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11AEG LIVE, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5CHEROKEE BEAR ZOO, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9PARKS MANAGEMENT COR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5SAN JOAQUIN COUNTRY …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4LYNBROOK VILL GREIS …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5TONAWANDA TN PARKS &…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8ROCK CASINO MANAGEME…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11CONEY ISLAND, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0BSIR, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4PEBBLE BEACH COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8MICHIGAN'S ADVENTURE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6NATIONAL PARK SERVIC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13TORRESEN MARINE, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 26UNIVERSAL CITY STUDI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2NATIONAL PARK SERVIC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6Hoban E & C USA INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12
Hoban E & C USA INC has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 12 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Arts, Entertainment & Recreation peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Hoban E & C USA INC in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation enforcement ledger

Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector: Hoban E & C USA INC is the #75 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 848 employers with nonzero fines ($28,743).

How Hoban E & C USA INC Compares

Hoban E & C USA INC's 4.00 violations per inspection compares to the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector average of 5.1 violations per employer.

Against the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of $4,481 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs far above peers (6.4x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2019-11-21

Last Inspection

2025-06-20

Inspection Span

6 yrs

Violations / Inspection

4.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$9,581

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,537

What this shows 3 inspections over 6 years, averaging 4.0 violations per visit. That's $9,581 per inspection vs. the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation average of $2,537.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

12

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

$53,978

Current Penalty Amount

$28,743

Penalty Reduction

46.8%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $25,235 from the initial assessment of $53,978. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

How Hoban E & C USA INC compares to the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector, which has 2,226 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Hoban E & C USA INC Industry Avg
Inspections 3 1.8
Violations 12 5.1
Total Penalty $28,743 $4,481
Avg Penalty per Inspection $9,581 $2,537
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Nationwide Arts, Entertainment & Recreation peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Hoban E & C USA INC, both outside HI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($28,743 here).

Shooters Paradise, INC. $28,705 CA New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science $28,686 NM Underwater World Guam $28,635 GU Sea World of Florida LLC $28,550 FL

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

American Shooters 3 insp. Las Vegas, NV National Park Service, Lake Mead National Recreation Area - Resource Management 3 insp. Boulder City, NV NYSPR&HP Pine Grove State Boat Launch 3 insp. Pulaski, NY West Bay Marina Associates 3 insp. Olympia, WA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Showing 5 of 2225 other employers tracked in this sector.

Shooters Paradise, INC.
Oxnard, CA
3 inspections $28,705
New Mexico Museum of Natural History and Science
Albuquerque, NM
2 inspections $28,686
Tim McCanna Racing
Yakima, WA
0 inspections $0
Underwater World Guam
Tumon, GU
2 inspections $28,635
Sea World of Florida LLC
Orlando, FL
3 inspections $28,550

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What to do with this record

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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 Hoban E & C USA INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Hoban E & C USA INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 12 violations across 3 inspections, including 12 serious violations. Compared to Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Hoban E & C USA INC have? ▼
Hoban E & C USA INC has 12 OSHA violations on record, including 12 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $28,743.
How many OSHA inspections has Hoban E & C USA INC had? ▼
Hoban E & C USA INC has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2019-11-21 and the most recent on 2025-06-20. This averages 4.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Hoban E & C USA INC? ▼
Hoban E & C USA INC has been assessed $28,743 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $53,978 (a 46.8% reduction).
Does Hoban E & C USA INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Hoban E & C USA INC has 12 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.
What industry does Hoban E & C USA INC operate in? ▼
Hoban E & C USA INC operates in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector (NAICS code 713910). This industry has 2,226 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 3,932 total OSHA inspections and $9.98M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Hoban E & C USA INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Hoban E & C USA INC ranks #11,190 (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 Hoban E & C USA INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Hoban E & C USA INC's total OSHA penalty of $28,743 is above the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of $4,481 per employer (6.4x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Shooters Paradise, INC. in Oxnard, CA is a similar arts, entertainment & recreation employer with $28,705 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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