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Pleasanton Unified School District

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Pleasanton Unified School District has a concerning safety record: 7 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty14% serious
$5,995
OSHA penalties
7
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$2,875
Back wages owed

Pleasanton Unified School District in Pleasanton, CA 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: $5,995. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $2,875 in back wages owed to 35 affected workers. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Pleasanton Unified School District 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. 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 lower half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 1 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Educational Services industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately below peers (0.8x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $2,875 in back wages owed to 35 affected workers. For comparison, Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA is another educational services employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $8,805 in current penalties.

3.5
violations per inspection
14.3%
of violations were serious
49%
of penalized employers rank lower
$2,875
in back wages recovered

How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Educational Services per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Pleasanton Unified School District runs moderately above peers (2.0x 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

$5,995 Top 49% most affordable more affordable than 51% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). This entry sits in this band. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 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

What the Data Says About Pleasanton Unified School District

The federal enforcement record for Pleasanton Unified School District in Pleasanton, CA includes 2 OSHA inspections and 7 violations, translating to 3.50 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 1 (14.3%) 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 $9,405 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $5,995 - a 36.3% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $2,998. Against the Educational Services industry average of $3,013 per employer, this record runs moderately above peers (2.0x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 2 cases producing $2,875 in back wages owed to 35 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2012-08-10 to 2012-10-29, a window of roughly 1 year.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2012-08-10

Last Inspection

2012-10-29

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,998

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,198

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 3.5 violations per visit. That's $2,998 per inspection vs. the Educational Services average of $1,198.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

14.3% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

6

Other-Than-Serious

85.7% 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

$9,405

Current Penalty Amount

$5,995

Penalty Reduction

36.3%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$8,870

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $3,410 from the initial assessment of $9,405. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$2,875
Employees Affected
35
WHD Violations
36
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$82
Avg Back Wages per Case
$1,438

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Pleasanton Unified School District owed $2,875 in back wages to 35 employees across 2 cases and 36 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: Educational Services

How Pleasanton Unified School District compares to the Educational Services sector, which has 3,199 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Pleasanton Unified School District Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.5
Violations 7 5.7
Total Penalty $5,995 $3,013
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,998 $1,198
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pleasanton Unified School District safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Pleasanton Unified School District's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 7 violations across 2 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Educational Services industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Pleasanton Unified School District have? ▼
Pleasanton Unified School District has 7 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $5,995.
How many OSHA inspections has Pleasanton Unified School District had? ▼
Pleasanton Unified School District has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-08-10 and the most recent on 2012-10-29. This averages 3.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Pleasanton Unified School District? ▼
Pleasanton Unified School District has been assessed $5,995 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $9,405 (a 36.3% reduction). Additionally, $2,875 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Pleasanton Unified School District have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Pleasanton Unified School District 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.
Has Pleasanton Unified School District been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Pleasanton Unified School District, resulting in $2,875 in back wages owed to 35 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Pleasanton Unified School District operate in? ▼
Pleasanton Unified School District operates in the Educational Services sector (NAICS code 611110). This industry has 3,199 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 8,044 total OSHA inspections and $9.64M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Pleasanton Unified School District owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Pleasanton Unified School District 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 $2,875 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
How does Pleasanton Unified School District's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Pleasanton Unified School District's total OSHA penalty of $5,995 is above the Educational Services industry average of $3,013 per employer (2.0x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.5 per employer. For a direct comparison, Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA is a similar educational services employer with $8,805 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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