Construction · Mobile, AL

James B. Donaghey, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), James B. Donaghey, INC. ranks #51,027 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 2 violations across 1 inspections.

Lower half by penalty0% serious
$5,807
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
#51,027
of 99,447 penalized employers

James B. Donaghey, INC. in Mobile, AL 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: $5,807. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $1,995 in back wages owed to 7 affected workers. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected James B. Donaghey, INC. once. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #51,027 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). 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 $1,995 in back wages owed to 7 affected workers. For comparison, BYM Construction Company in Fresno, TX is another construction employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $7,802 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
0.0%
of violations were serious
#51,027
of 99,447 penalized employers
$1,995
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

C 75/100
  • D OSHA safety compliance: 2 violations across 1 OSHA inspection (2.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • B Wage & hour compliance: $2K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($2K 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 James B. Donaghey, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows James B. Donaghey, INC. sits roughly in line with peers (0.9x 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

$5,807 Top 49% most affordable more affordable than 51% 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 Construction employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is James B. Donaghey, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both0.91.011.01.101.63.14.76.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedMILLER ELECTRIC COMP…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1J TORRES CONSTRUCTION, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2ALL CLIMATE REFRIGER…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2ALL WEATHER ROOFING …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1MARK'S VALLEY GRADIN…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0JACOBS DEVELOPMENT C…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0CULLERS HOMES LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0DIXON, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2PARAMOUNT CONSTRUCTION, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 6HUSSUNG MECHANICAL C…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0STURGEON ELECTRIC CO…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0ALPHA INC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0OIL CAPITAL ELECTRIC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0DELAU FIRE SERVICES, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3KELLY ROOFING, L.L.C., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0CAPITAL GLASS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4ATLANTA POOLS, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0KEETON CONTRACT SERV…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0LBC CONTRACTING, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3James B. Donaghey, I…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2
James B. Donaghey, INC. has 1 OSHA inspection on record and 2 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.

James B. Donaghey, INC. in the Construction enforcement ledger

Among 33,222 Construction employers with OSHA penalties on file, James B. Donaghey, INC. ranks #15,180 at $5,807 current penalty. On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, James B. Donaghey, INC. ranks #11,377 among 12,785 Construction employers with WHD recoveries ($1,995).

Combined federal exposure here: $5,807 OSHA penalties plus $1,995 WHD back wages (25.6% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How James B. Donaghey, INC. Compares

James B. Donaghey, INC.'s 2.00 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 sits roughly in line with peers (0.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2024-07-31

Last Inspection

2024-07-31

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$5,807

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $5,807 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

0

Serious

0.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

100.0% 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

$5,807

Current Penalty Amount

$5,807

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$7,802

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$1,995
Employees Affected
7
WHD Violations
15
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$285
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$1,995

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that James B. Donaghey, INC. owed $1,995 in back wages to 7 employees across 1 case and 15 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 James B. Donaghey, INC. compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,260 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric James B. Donaghey, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 1 2.0
Violations 2 3.3
Total Penalty $5,807 $6,767
Avg Penalty per Inspection $5,807 $3,361

Nationwide Construction peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for James B. Donaghey, INC., both outside AL so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

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What to do with this record

Use James B. Donaghey, INC.'s enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare James B. Donaghey, INC. against BYM Construction Company, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether James B. Donaghey, INC.'s inspection and penalty record is typical for Construction or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Construction sector
  • James B. Donaghey, INC. also carries $1,995 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 James B. Donaghey, INC. safe to work at?
Based on OSHA records, James B. Donaghey, INC.'s workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 2 violations across 1 inspections. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does James B. Donaghey, INC. have?
James B. Donaghey, INC. has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 0 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $5,807.
How many OSHA inspections has James B. Donaghey, INC. had?
James B. Donaghey, INC. has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2024-07-31 and the most recent on 2024-07-31. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for James B. Donaghey, INC.?
James B. Donaghey, INC. has been assessed $5,807 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $1,995 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Has James B. Donaghey, INC. been cited for wage theft?
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against James B. Donaghey, INC., resulting in $1,995 in back wages owed to 7 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does James B. Donaghey, INC. operate in?
James B. Donaghey, INC. operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238220). 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 James B. Donaghey, INC. owes me wages?
If you believe James B. Donaghey, 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 $1,995 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does James B. Donaghey, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties?
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, James B. Donaghey, INC. ranks #51,027 (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 James B. Donaghey, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average?
James B. Donaghey, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $5,807 is below the Construction industry average of $6,767 per employer. The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, BYM Construction Company in Fresno, TX is a similar construction employer with $7,802 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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