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Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting · Orland, CA

Manuel Quezada

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Manuel Quezada ranks #79,405 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a relatively clean safety record: 2 violations across 3 inspections.

Lower half by penalty0% serious
$1,700
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#79,405
of 99,447 penalized employers

Manuel Quezada in Orland, CA has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,700. The employer also has 2 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) cases on record, covering Fair Labor Standards Act enforcement. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Manuel Quezada 3 times across a longer 7-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 0.7 per inspection, on the lighter side. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #79,405 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Against the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (2.2x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $134,310 in back wages owed to 65 affected workers. For comparison, Pero Family Farms, LLC in Delray Beach, FL is another agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

0.7
violations per inspection
0.0%
of violations were serious
#79,405
of 99,447 penalized employers
$134,310
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

F 40/100
  • B OSHA safety compliance: 2 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (0.7 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • F Wage & hour compliance: $134K in back wages owed across 2 WHD cases ($67K 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 Manuel Quezada compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Manuel Quezada runs moderately below peers (0.5x 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

$1,700 Top 20% most affordable more affordable than 80% 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 Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Manuel Quezada.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.005.010.015.019.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedBOYLE FAMILY FARMS LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2FARMER'S PRIDE, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2HONALD INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15HINMAN ORCHARDS INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13OATES ORCHARDS INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0ERWIN-KEITH, INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 19FIVE OAK FARMS LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3ASSOCIATED FRUIT CO, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1CONTRERAS ORCHARDS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6PLUMLEY CONTRACTING …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1R & T TRUCKING & EXC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5NYSDEC ROME FISH HAT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5BRENT STRICKLAND, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 16VAN WINGERDEN INTERN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14TIDY VIEW DAIRY LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0FOREST SERVICE, DETR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6KYMO TIMBER INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2MURPHY-BROWN LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10NYSDEC CALEDONIA FIS…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1ALPHA FOLIAGE, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3Manuel Quezada, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2
Manuel Quezada has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 2 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Manuel Quezada in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting enforcement ledger

In Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting, Manuel Quezada sits at penalty rank #1,386 of 2,224 penalized establishments ($1,700 assessed). On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, Manuel Quezada ranks #88 among 2,875 Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting employers with WHD recoveries ($134,310).

Combined federal exposure here: $1,700 OSHA penalties plus $134,310 WHD back wages (98.8% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Manuel Quezada Compares

Manuel Quezada's 0.67 violations per inspection compares to the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector average of 2.4 violations per employer.

Against the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of $3,448 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately below peers (0.5x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2017-12-27

Last Inspection

2024-09-11

Inspection Span

7 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$567

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,537

What this shows 3 inspections over 7 years, averaging 0.7 violations per visit. That's $567 per inspection vs. the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting average of $2,537.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

0

Serious

0.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

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

$1,700

Current Penalty Amount

$1,700

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$136,010

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

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$134,310
Employees Affected
65
WHD Violations
139
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$2,066
Avg Back Wages per CaseAbove average
$67,155

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Manuel Quezada owed $134,310 in back wages to 65 employees across 2 cases and 139 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: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting

How Manuel Quezada compares to the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector, which has 5,988 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Manuel Quezada Industry Avg
Inspections 3 1.4
Violations 2 2.4
Total Penalty $1,700 $3,448
Avg Penalty per Inspection $567 $2,537
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Nationwide Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Manuel Quezada, both outside CA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,700 here).

Jimmy D Nelms Logging, INC. $1,700 NC Woodburn Nursery & Azaleas INC $1,710 OR Treasure Valley Seed Company LLC $1,713 WY J. Roland Wood Farms, INC. $1,680 NC

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Boyle Family Farms LLC 3 insp. Madras, OR Farmer's Pride 3 insp. Fredericksburg, PA Honald INC 3 insp. The Dalles, OR Hinman Orchards INC 3 insp. Hood River, OR

Nearby & Similar Employers in Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting

Showing 5 of 5987 other employers tracked in this sector.

Dixie Farms
Vance, MS
0 inspections $0
Beard's Quality Nut Co.
Modesto, CA
0 inspections $0
Pero Family Farms, LLC
Delray Beach, FL
2 inspections $0
Greg Salgado Enterprises, LLC
Chicago, IL
0 inspections $0
Family Fresh Harvesting LLC
Berlin, GA
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Manuel Quezada's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

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 Manuel Quezada safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Manuel Quezada's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 2 violations across 3 inspections. Compared to Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Manuel Quezada have? ▼
Manuel Quezada has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 0 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,700.
How many OSHA inspections has Manuel Quezada had? ▼
Manuel Quezada has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2017-12-27 and the most recent on 2024-09-11. This averages 0.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Manuel Quezada? ▼
Manuel Quezada has been assessed $1,700 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $134,310 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Has Manuel Quezada been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Manuel Quezada, resulting in $134,310 in back wages owed to 65 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Manuel Quezada operate in? ▼
Manuel Quezada operates in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector (NAICS code 115115). This industry has 5,988 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 8,139 total OSHA inspections and $20.65M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Manuel Quezada owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Manuel Quezada 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 $134,310 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
Where does Manuel Quezada rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Manuel Quezada ranks #79,405 (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 Manuel Quezada's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Manuel Quezada's total OSHA penalty of $1,700 is below the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of $3,448 per employer. The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.4 per employer. For a direct comparison, Pero Family Farms, LLC in Delray Beach, FL is a similar agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting 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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