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Healthcare & Social Assistance · Wilmington, NC

Lake Forest INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Lake Forest INC. ranks #50,692 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 11 violations across 3 inspections.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$5,900
OSHA penalties
11
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#50,692
of 99,447 penalized employers

Lake Forest INC. in Wilmington, NC has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 11 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $5,900. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Lake Forest INC. 3 times over 4 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 11 violations, averaging 3.7 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #50,692 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 11 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 (4.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Daniel and Elayna Ho in New York, NY is another healthcare & social assistance employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

3.7
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#50,692
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 37/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 11 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (3.7 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Lake Forest INC. compares on OSHA penalties

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

in penalties

What this shows Lake Forest INC. runs well above peers (5.0x 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

$5,900 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 Healthcare & Social Assistance employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Lake Forest INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.0012.124.136.248.3OSHA inspectionsViolations cited84 COLD HILL ROAD OP…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4CORPORATION OF THE P…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12LAGUNA HONDA HOSPITAL, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5CLEVELAND CLINIC LUT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2SAN JOAQUIN GENERAL …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5SISTERE INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14FLORIDA HOSPITAL WAT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0NYSOPWDD ROSS STREET…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4DVA CENTRAL TEXAS VE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 46KAISER FOUNDATION HO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5AMERICAN HOUSE ELMWOOD, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 18HENRY FORD JACKSON H…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3PRINCETON HEALTHCARE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1CRISP REGIONAL HEALT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1CAMUY HEALTH SERVICE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1SETON MEDICAL CENTER, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2WASCO COUNTY NURSING…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8HOME LIFE INCORPORATED, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7IJKG OPCO LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4ATLANTIC HEALTH SYSTEM, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4Lake Forest INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11
Lake Forest INC. has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 11 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.

Lake Forest INC. in the Healthcare & Social Assistance enforcement ledger

Among 2,466 Healthcare & Social Assistance employers with OSHA penalties on file, Lake Forest INC. ranks #1,061 at $5,900 current penalty.

How Lake Forest INC. Compares

Lake Forest INC.'s 3.67 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 (5.0x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2010-03-09

Last Inspection

2014-02-10

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

3.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,967

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,757

What this shows 3 inspections over 4 years, averaging 3.7 violations per visit. That's $1,967 per inspection vs. the Healthcare & Social Assistance average of $1,757.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

11

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

$8,300

Current Penalty Amount

$5,900

Penalty Reduction

28.9%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $2,400 from the initial assessment of $8,300. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Healthcare & Social Assistance

How Lake Forest INC. compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector, which has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Lake Forest INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 3 0.7
Violations 11 1.1
Total Penalty $5,900 $1,181
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,967 $1,757
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Nationwide Healthcare & Social Assistance peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Lake Forest INC., both outside NC so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($5,900 here).

Upstate Cerebral Palsy, INC. $5,900 NY Shoreline Dental Care, LLC $5,900 CT Medexpress Urgent Care $5,936 VA Rohit Patel, Dentistry BDS P.C. $5,943 NY

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

84 Cold Hill Road Operations LLC 3 insp. Mendham, NJ Corporation of the Presiding Bishop of the Church of Jesus Christ of Later-Day Saints 3 insp. Salt Lake City, UT Laguna Honda Hospital 3 insp. San Francisco, CA Cleveland Clinic Lutheran Hospital 3 insp. Cleveland, OH

Nearby & Similar Employers in Healthcare & Social Assistance

Showing 5 of 17944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Upstate Cerebral Palsy, INC.
Rome, NY
2 inspections $5,900
Shoreline Dental Care, LLC
West Haven, CT
2 inspections $5,900
Comfort Keepers
Grand Rapids, MI
0 inspections $0
Daniel and Elayna Ho
New York, NY
0 inspections $0
G. A. Carmichael Family Health Center
Canton, MS
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Lake Forest INC.'s enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

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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 Lake Forest INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Lake Forest INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 11 violations across 3 inspections, including 11 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 Lake Forest INC. have? ▼
Lake Forest INC. has 11 OSHA violations on record, including 11 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $5,900.
How many OSHA inspections has Lake Forest INC. had? ▼
Lake Forest INC. has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-03-09 and the most recent on 2014-02-10. This averages 3.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Lake Forest INC.? ▼
Lake Forest INC. has been assessed $5,900 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $8,300 (a 28.9% reduction).
Does Lake Forest INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Lake Forest INC. has 11 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 Lake Forest INC. operate in? ▼
Lake Forest INC. operates in the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector (NAICS code 624229). This industry has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 12,060 total OSHA inspections and $21.19M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Lake Forest INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Lake Forest INC. ranks #50,692 (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 Lake Forest INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Lake Forest INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $5,900 is above the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer (5.0x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.7 per employer. For a direct comparison, Daniel and Elayna Ho in New York, NY 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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