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Lexus of Watertown

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Lexus of Watertown ranks #47,911 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 4 violations across 1 inspections.

Upper half by penalty100% serious
$6,480
OSHA penalties
4
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
#47,911
of 99,447 penalized employers

Lexus of Watertown in Watertown, MA has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 4 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $6,480. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 4 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Lexus of Watertown once. These inspections resulted in 4 violations, averaging 4.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #47,911 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 4 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Retail Trade industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.2x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $30,577 in back wages owed to 3 affected workers. For comparison, Dollar Tree Stores, INC in Nashville, TN is another retail trade employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $37,100 in current penalties.

4.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#47,911
of 99,447 penalized employers
$30,577
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

D 51/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 4 violations across 1 OSHA inspection (4.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • C Wage & hour compliance: $31K in back wages owed across 2 WHD cases ($15K 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 Lexus of Watertown compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Retail Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Lexus of Watertown runs well above peers (2.2x 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

$6,480 Bottom 48% least affordable more affordable than 48% 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 Retail Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Lexus of Watertown.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both0.91.011.01.102.44.77.19.4OSHA inspectionsViolations citedDOCHO SERVICE STATIO…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0NISSAN OF FORT WORTH, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4FIVE SEASONS TIRE, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 9ZEIGLER AUTO GROUP, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 7FRONTIER HEALTH, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 7MOSESIAN FARMS OF AL…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5REYES FOOD MARKET, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1FAMILY DOLLAR, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0UPSTATE POOL MANAGEM…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5DON'S APPLIANCES, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0MOON VALLEY NURSERIES, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0JIM MILLS NISSAN, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 6808 BOATS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0FRANK'S NURSERY, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3WALMART, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0MOUSA LER MARKET, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4POCAHONTAS SALES AND…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5MIDWAY OUTDOOR EQUIP…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0BRAVO SUPERMARKET, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3SUBARU OF SIOUX FALLS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 6Lexus of Watertown, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4
Lexus of Watertown has 1 OSHA inspection on record and 4 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Retail Trade peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Lexus of Watertown in the Retail Trade enforcement ledger

Among 3,175 Retail Trade employers with OSHA penalties on file, Lexus of Watertown ranks #1,184 at $6,480 current penalty. On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, Lexus of Watertown ranks #997 among 8,492 Retail Trade employers with WHD recoveries ($30,577).

Combined federal exposure here: $6,480 OSHA penalties plus $30,577 WHD back wages (82.5% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Lexus of Watertown Compares

Lexus of Watertown's 4.00 violations per inspection compares to the Retail Trade sector average of 1.7 violations per employer.

Against the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well above peers (2.2x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2011-01-03

Last Inspection

2011-01-03

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

4.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$6,480

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,571

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 4.0 violations per visit. That's $6,480 per inspection vs. the Retail Trade average of $3,571.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

4

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

$12,960

Current Penalty Amount

$6,480

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$37,057

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $6,480 from the initial assessment of $12,960. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$30,577
Employees Affected
3
WHD Violations
4
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$10,192
Avg Back Wages per CaseTypical
$15,289

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Lexus of Watertown owed $30,577 in back wages to 3 employees across 2 cases and 4 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: Retail Trade

How Lexus of Watertown compares to the Retail Trade sector, which has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Lexus of Watertown Industry Avg
Inspections 1 0.8
Violations 4 1.7
Total Penalty $6,480 $2,898
Avg Penalty per Inspection $6,480 $3,571
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Nationwide Retail Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Lexus of Watertown, both outside MA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($6,480 here).

99 Cents Only Stores LLC $6,483 AZ Misaki`S, INC. $6,474 HI Meyer's Western Import Parts, INC. $6,490 NV Greenleaf Compassionate Care Center, INC. $6,500 RI

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (1 inspections here).

Docho Service Station INC. 1 insp. San Sebastian, PR Nissan of Fort Worth 1 insp. Fort Worth, TX Five Seasons Tire 1 insp. Cedar Rapids, IA Zeigler Auto Group 1 insp. Kalamazoo, MI

Nearby & Similar Employers in Retail Trade

Showing 5 of 12944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Alamo Flea Market
Alamo, TX
0 inspections $0
Village Motors
North Providence, RI
0 inspections $0
Dollar Tree Stores, INC
Nashville, TN
2 inspections $37,100
Pier 1 Imports (U.S.), INC.
Niles, IL
2 inspections $37,000
Fortune Foods Hawaii INC
Waipahu, HI
2 inspections $37,128

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What to do with this record

Use Lexus of Watertown's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Lexus of Watertown against Alamo Flea Market, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Lexus of Watertown's inspection and penalty record is typical for Retail Trade or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Retail Trade sector
  • Lexus of Watertown also carries $30,577 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 Lexus of Watertown safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Lexus of Watertown's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 4 violations across 1 inspections, including 4 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 Lexus of Watertown have? ▼
Lexus of Watertown has 4 OSHA violations on record, including 4 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $6,480.
How many OSHA inspections has Lexus of Watertown had? ▼
Lexus of Watertown has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-01-03 and the most recent on 2011-01-03. This averages 4.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Lexus of Watertown? ▼
Lexus of Watertown has been assessed $6,480 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $12,960 (a 50.0% reduction). Additionally, $30,577 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Lexus of Watertown have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Lexus of Watertown has 4 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.
Has Lexus of Watertown been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Lexus of Watertown, resulting in $30,577 in back wages owed to 3 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Lexus of Watertown operate in? ▼
Lexus of Watertown operates in the Retail Trade sector (NAICS code 441110). This industry has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 10,505 total OSHA inspections and $37.51M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Lexus of Watertown owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Lexus of Watertown 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 $30,577 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
Where does Lexus of Watertown rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Lexus of Watertown ranks #47,911 (the upper 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 Lexus of Watertown's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Lexus of Watertown's total OSHA penalty of $6,480 is above the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer (2.2x the average). The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Dollar Tree Stores, INC in Nashville, TN is a similar retail trade employer with $37,100 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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