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J Torres Construction

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), J Torres Construction has a mixed safety record: 2 violations across 1 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty50% serious
$500
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
$144,605
Back wages owed

J Torres Construction in Colorado Springs, CO has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $500. 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 J Torres Construction once. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 1 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 below peers (0.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $144,605 in back wages owed to 35 affected workers. For comparison, Tidewater Utility Construction, INC. in Virginia Beach, VA is another construction employer with 5 OSHA inspections on record and $144,900 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
50.0%
of violations were serious
6%
of penalized employers rank lower
$144,605
in back wages recovered

How J Torres Construction compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows J Torres Construction runs well below peers (0.07x 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

$500 Top 6% most affordable more affordable than 94% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 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

What the Data Says About J Torres Construction

The federal enforcement record for J Torres Construction in Colorado Springs, CO includes 1 OSHA inspection and 2 violations, translating to 2.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 1 (50.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $6,000 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $500 - a 91.7% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $500. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record runs well below peers (0.07x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $144,605 in back wages owed to 35 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2011-09-01 to 2011-09-01, a window of roughly 1 year.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2011-09-01

Last Inspection

2011-09-01

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$500

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $500 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

50.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

50.0% 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

$6,000

Current Penalty Amount

$500

Penalty Reduction

91.7%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$145,105

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $5,500 from the initial assessment of $6,000. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$144,605
Employees Affected
35
WHD Violations
37
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$4,132
Avg Back Wages per Case
$144,605

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that J Torres Construction owed $144,605 in back wages to 35 employees across 1 case and 37 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 J Torres Construction compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric J Torres Construction Industry Avg
Inspections 1 2.0
Violations 2 3.3
Total Penalty $500 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $500 $3,361
View all 61,413 employers in Construction →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is J Torres Construction safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, J Torres Construction's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 2 violations across 1 inspections, including 1 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 J Torres Construction have? ▼
J Torres Construction has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $500.
How many OSHA inspections has J Torres Construction had? ▼
J Torres Construction has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-09-01 and the most recent on 2011-09-01. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for J Torres Construction? ▼
J Torres Construction has been assessed $500 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $6,000 (a 91.7% reduction). Additionally, $144,605 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does J Torres Construction have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. J Torres Construction 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 J Torres Construction been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against J Torres Construction, resulting in $144,605 in back wages owed to 35 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does J Torres Construction operate in? ▼
J Torres Construction operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238910). This industry has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,350 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if J Torres Construction owes me wages? ▼
If you believe J Torres Construction 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 $144,605 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does J Torres Construction's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
J Torres Construction's total OSHA penalty of $500 is below the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer. The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Tidewater Utility Construction, INC. in Virginia Beach, VA is a similar construction employer with $144,900 in current penalties.

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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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