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Kerens Care Center

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Kerens Care Center ranks #63,718 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 10 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty20% serious
$3,628
OSHA penalties
10
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#63,718
of 99,447 penalized employers

Kerens Care Center in Kerens, TX has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 10 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $3,628. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Kerens Care Center 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 10 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #63,718 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half 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. For comparison, Vincentian Child Development Center in Pittsburgh, PA is another healthcare & social assistance employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

5.0
violations per inspection
20.0%
of violations were serious
#63,718
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 17/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 10 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (5.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Kerens Care Center compares on OSHA penalties

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

in penalties

What this shows Kerens Care Center runs well above peers (3.1x 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

$3,628 Top 36% most affordable more affordable than 64% 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 Healthcare & Social Assistance employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Kerens Care Center.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.003.46.810.213.7OSHA inspectionsViolations citedSHENANDOAH HEIGHTS H…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8HABITAT FOR HUMANITY…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4CRANDALL MEDICAL CEN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4BAY PARK CENTER FOR …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13TUTERA ACQUIRERS, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6COMMUNITY CARE OF RU…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10PRYMED MEDICAL CARE …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1THE WATERS OF SMYRNA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6NATIONAL HEALTHCARE …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5ECONOMY WINDOW CLEAN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1FREMONT RIDEOUT HEAL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2ABQ HEALTH PARTNERS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1WHIDBEY GENERAL HOSP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4TROY AMBULANCE SERVI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3HOUSTON COUNTY - 911…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7DEPT. OF DEFENSE - USA, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3BLANCO DENTAL: CAROL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0NYCACS LINDEN OFFICE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2WEST JEFFERSON MEDIC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0EMPATH HEALTH, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0Kerens Care Center, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10
Kerens Care Center has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 10 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.

Kerens Care Center in the Healthcare & Social Assistance enforcement ledger

In Healthcare & Social Assistance, Kerens Care Center sits at penalty rank #1,371 of 2,466 penalized establishments ($3,628 assessed).

How Kerens Care Center Compares

Kerens Care Center's 5.00 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 well above peers (3.1x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2019-06-27

Last Inspection

2019-06-27

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

5.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,814

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,757

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 5.0 violations per visit. That's $1,814 per inspection vs. the Healthcare & Social Assistance average of $1,757.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

Serious

20.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

8

Other-Than-Serious

80.0% 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

$6,047

Current Penalty Amount

$3,628

Penalty Reduction

40.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $2,419 from the initial assessment of $6,047. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Healthcare & Social Assistance

How Kerens Care Center compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector, which has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Kerens Care Center Industry Avg
Inspections 2 0.7
Violations 10 1.1
Total Penalty $3,628 $1,181
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,814 $1,757
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Nationwide Healthcare & Social Assistance peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Kerens Care Center, both outside TX so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($3,628 here).

Reno Behavioral Healthcare Hospital, LLC. $3,624 NV Healthcare Services Group, INC. $3,640 CA Chestnut Point Care Center, LLC $3,648 CT The South Suburban Council on Alcoholism and Substance Abuse $3,650 IL

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

Shenandoah Heights Healthcare LLC 2 insp. Shenandoah, PA Habitat for Humanity Greater Boston 2 insp. Boston, MA Crandall Medical Center 2 insp. Sebring, OH Bay Park Center for Nursing & Rehabilitation, LLC 2 insp. Bronx, NY

Nearby & Similar Employers in Healthcare & Social Assistance

Showing 5 of 17944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Vincentian Child Development Center
Pittsburgh, PA
0 inspections $0
Trailwood Vista Home
Victorville, CA
0 inspections $0
Dr. Angela Acevedo
Crystal River, FL
0 inspections $0
Sunnyside Nursing and Post Acute Care
Torrance, CA
0 inspections $0
O'Fallon Child Care and Learning Center
O Fallon, IL
0 inspections $0

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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 Kerens Care Center safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Kerens Care Center's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 10 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 Kerens Care Center have? ▼
Kerens Care Center has 10 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $3,628.
How many OSHA inspections has Kerens Care Center had? ▼
Kerens Care Center has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2019-06-27 and the most recent on 2019-06-27. This averages 5.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Kerens Care Center? ▼
Kerens Care Center has been assessed $3,628 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $6,047 (a 40.0% reduction).
Does Kerens Care Center have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Kerens Care Center 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.
What industry does Kerens Care Center operate in? ▼
Kerens Care Center operates in the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector (NAICS code 623110). This industry has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 12,060 total OSHA inspections and $21.19M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Kerens Care Center rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Kerens Care Center ranks #63,718 (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 Kerens Care Center's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Kerens Care Center's total OSHA penalty of $3,628 is above the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer (3.1x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.7 per employer. For a direct comparison, Vincentian Child Development Center in Pittsburgh, PA 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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