Retail Trade · Lehigh Acres, FL

Lehigh Foods, LLC

OSHA records show a relatively clean safety record: 2 violations across 2 inspections — above the Retail Trade industry average for penalties.

Reviewed byPlainworker Editorial, Workplace Safety Editorial Team · June 12, 2026

2
OSHA inspections: 2
Violations cited: $2,450
OSHA penalties

Lehigh Foods, LLC in Lehigh Acres, FL has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $2,450. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

Lehigh Foods, LLC has been inspected 2 times by OSHA over 1 year. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 1.0 violations per inspection. Of these, 1 were classified as serious — indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Compared to the Retail Trade industry average of 1 inspections per employer, Lehigh Foods, LLC has been inspected more frequently.

1.0
violations per inspection: 50.0%
of violations were serious: 1.1×
Retail Trade industry-avg penalty

Lehigh Foods, LLC

$2,450
Retail Trade avg

$2,155

What this shows Lehigh Foods, LLC carries 1.1× the penalties of a typical Retail Trade employer — a clear outlier in its sector.

What the Data Says About Lehigh Foods, LLC

The federal enforcement record for Lehigh Foods, LLC in Lehigh Acres, FL includes 2 OSHA inspections and 2 violations, translating to 1.00 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 $4,900 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $2,450 — a 50.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $1,225. Against the Retail Trade industry average of $2,155 per employer, this record runs above peers.

Inspection activity spans from 2015-10-16 to 2016-04-01, a window of roughly 1 year. This record draws directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement data at data.dol.gov. Penalty amounts reflect final adjudicated figures after any settlement, informal conference, or formal contest. Workers, journalists, and researchers can use these figures to compare this employer's compliance posture against industry peers and to identify workplaces with elevated safety risks or repeat non-compliance.

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

First Inspection

2015-10-16

Last Inspection

2016-04-01

Inspection Span

1 year

Violations per Inspection

1.0

Avg Penalty per Inspection

$1,225

Industry Avg per Inspection

$3,118

Violation Breakdown

Serious

50.0% of total

Willful

0.0% of total

Repeat

0.0% of total

Other-Than-Serious

50.0% of total

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.

Penalty Analysis

Initial Penalty Assessed

$4,900

Current Penalty Amount

$2,450

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

Penalties were reduced by $2,450 from the initial assessment of $4,900. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Retail Trade

How Lehigh Foods, LLC compares to the Retail Trade sector, which has 10,365 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric	Lehigh Foods, LLC	Industry Avg
Inspections	2	0.7
Violations	2	1.5
Total Penalty	$2,450	$2,155
Avg Penalty per Inspection	$1,225	$3,118

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lehigh Foods, LLC safe to work at? ▼

Based on OSHA records, Lehigh Foods, LLC's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 2 violations across 2 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Retail Trade industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.

How many OSHA violations does Lehigh Foods, LLC have? ▼

Lehigh Foods, LLC has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,450.

How many OSHA inspections has Lehigh Foods, LLC had? ▼

Lehigh Foods, LLC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2015-10-16 and the most recent on 2016-04-01. This averages 1.0 violations per inspection.

What is the total penalty amount for Lehigh Foods, LLC? ▼

Lehigh Foods, LLC has been assessed $2,450 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $4,900 (a 50.0% reduction).

Does Lehigh Foods, LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼

Yes. Lehigh Foods, LLC 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.

What industry does Lehigh Foods, LLC operate in? ▼

Lehigh Foods, LLC operates in the Retail Trade sector (NAICS code 445110). This industry has 10,365 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 7,162 total OSHA inspections and $22.33M in cumulative penalties.

What are my rights if I work at Lehigh Foods, LLC? ▼

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act, employees at Lehigh Foods, LLC have the right to a safe workplace, the right to report hazards without retaliation, the right to request an OSHA inspection, and the right to access their own exposure and medical records. Workers can also refuse dangerous work if they believe they face imminent danger and their employer has failed to address the hazard.

How do I file an OSHA complaint against Lehigh Foods, LLC? ▼

You can file a complaint with OSHA online at osha.gov/workers/file-complaint, by calling 1-800-321-OSHA (6742), or by visiting your local OSHA area office. Complaints can be filed confidentially. OSHA is required to respond to all complaints and will prioritize those alleging imminent danger. You are protected from employer retaliation under Section 11(c) of the OSH Act.

How does Lehigh Foods, LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼

Lehigh Foods, LLC's total OSHA penalty of $2,450 is above the Retail Trade industry average of $2,155 per employer (1.1x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.7 per employer.

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These figures are the federal enforcement record on file and reflect past inspections — not a statement about current workplace conditions. See the disclaimer for how to read them.

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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