Arts, Entertainment & Recreation · Omaha, NE

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium has a concerning safety record: 7 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Upper half by penalty86% serious

Compiled byPlainworker Editorial, Workplace Safety Editorial Team · July 8, 2026

$12,200
OSHA penalties: 7
Violations cited: 2
OSHA inspections: #29,653
of 100,495 penalized employers

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha, NE has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 7 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $12,200. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium 2 times over 3 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 7 violations, averaging 3.5 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the upper half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 6 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.1x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Harvey's Tahoe Management Company, INC. in Stateline, NV is another arts, entertainment & recreation employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $12,150 in current penalties.

3.5
violations per inspection: 85.7%
of violations were serious: 70%
of penalized employers rank lower

Omaha's Henry Doorly Z…

$12,200
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation avg

$4,456

What this shows Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium runs well above peers (2.7x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$12,200 Bottom 30% least affordable more affordable than 30% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

What the Data Says About Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium

The federal enforcement record for Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium in Omaha, NE includes 2 OSHA inspections and 7 violations, translating to 3.50 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 6 (85.7%) 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 $24,000 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $12,200 - a 49.2% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $6,100. Against the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of $4,456 per employer, this record runs well above peers (2.7x the sector average).

Inspection activity spans from 2012-06-20 to 2015-06-02, a window of roughly 3 years.

Total Inspections

First Inspection

2012-06-20

Last Inspection

2015-06-02

Inspection Span

3 yrs

Violations / Inspection

3.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$6,100

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,543

What this shows 2 inspections over 3 years, averaging 3.5 violations per visit. That's $6,100 per inspection vs. the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation average of $2,543.

Serious

85.7% of total

Willful

0.0% of total

Repeat

0.0% of total

Other-Than-Serious

14.3% 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.

Initial Penalty Assessed

$24,000

Current Penalty Amount

$12,200

Penalty Reduction

49.2%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $11,800 from the initial assessment of $24,000. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

How Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium compares to the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector, which has 2,241 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric	Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium	Industry Avg
Inspections	2	1.8
Violations	7	5.0
Total Penalty	$12,200	$4,456
Avg Penalty per Inspection	$6,100	$2,543

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium safe to work at? ▼

Based on OSHA records, Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 7 violations across 2 inspections, including 6 serious violations. Compared to Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.

How many OSHA violations does Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium have? ▼

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium has 7 OSHA violations on record, including 6 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $12,200.

How many OSHA inspections has Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium had? ▼

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-06-20 and the most recent on 2015-06-02. This averages 3.5 violations per inspection.

What is the total penalty amount for Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium? ▼

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium has been assessed $12,200 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $24,000 (a 49.2% reduction).

Does Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium have any serious or willful violations? ▼

Yes. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium has 6 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 Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium operate in? ▼

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium operates in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector (NAICS code 712130). This industry has 2,241 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 3,927 total OSHA inspections and $9.99M in cumulative penalties.

How does Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium's safety record compare to industry average? ▼

Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium's total OSHA penalty of $12,200 is above the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of $4,456 per employer (2.7x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Harvey's Tahoe Management Company, INC. in Stateline, NV is a similar arts, entertainment & recreation employer with $12,150 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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