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Kernen Construction

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Kernen Construction has a average safety record: 10 violations across 7 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty0% serious
$1,995
OSHA penalties
10
Violations cited
7
OSHA inspections
#77,731
of 100,495 penalized employers

Kernen Construction in Arcata, CA has been the subject of 7 OSHA workplace inspections and 10 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,995. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Kernen Construction 7 times over 11 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 10 violations, averaging 1.4 per inspection. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half of penalized employers nationally. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (3.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Titan Sign & Awning CORP in Tappahannock, VA is another construction employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $1,995 in current penalties.

1.4
violations per inspection
0.0%
of violations were serious
23%
of penalized employers rank lower

How Kernen Construction compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Kernen Construction runs well below peers (0.30x 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

$1,995 Top 23% most affordable more affordable than 77% 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 Kernen Construction

The federal enforcement record for Kernen Construction in Arcata, CA includes 7 OSHA inspections and 10 violations, translating to 1.43 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 0 (0.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat.

OSHA assessed $1,995 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $1,995 - no reduction from the original assessment. Average penalty per inspection works out to $285. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record runs well below peers (0.30x the sector average).

Inspection activity spans from 2014-09-25 to 2026-01-14, a window of roughly 11 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

7

First Inspection

2014-09-25

Last Inspection

2026-01-14

Inspection Span

11 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.4

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$285

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 7 inspections over 11 years, averaging 1.4 violations per visit. That's $285 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

10

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

$1,995

Current Penalty Amount

$1,995

Penalty Reduction

None

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

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How Kernen Construction compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Kernen Construction Industry Avg
Inspections 7 2.0
Violations 10 3.3
Total Penalty $1,995 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $285 $3,361
View all 61,413 employers in Construction →

Nearby & Similar Employers in Construction

D.R. Horton, INC.
Frederick, MD
2 inspections $1,995
E.T. Gresham Company, INC.
Newport News, VA
3 inspections $1,995
Wells Concrete Products CO
Duluth, MN
2 inspections $1,995
Titan Sign & Awning CORP
Tappahannock, VA
2 inspections $1,995
Phoenix Construction, LLC
Tampa, FL
0 inspections $0

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kernen Construction safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Kernen Construction's workplace safety record is average, with typical for this industry. The employer has 10 violations across 7 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 Kernen Construction have? ▼
Kernen Construction has 10 OSHA violations on record, including 0 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,995.
How many OSHA inspections has Kernen Construction had? ▼
Kernen Construction has had 7 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-09-25 and the most recent on 2026-01-14. This averages 1.4 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Kernen Construction? ▼
Kernen Construction has been assessed $1,995 in current OSHA penalties.
What industry does Kernen Construction operate in? ▼
Kernen Construction operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 237990). This industry has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,350 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
How does Kernen Construction's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Kernen Construction's total OSHA penalty of $1,995 is below the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer. The employer has 7 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Titan Sign & Awning CORP in Tappahannock, VA is a similar construction employer with $1,995 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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