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RCS Construction

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), RCS Construction has a mixed safety record: 5 violations across 3 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Upper half by penalty100% serious
$7,963
OSHA penalties
5
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
$0
Back wages owed

RCS Construction in Rapid City, SD has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 5 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $7,963. The employer also has 1 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) case 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 RCS Construction 3 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 5 violations, averaging 1.7 per inspection. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the upper half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 5 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. For comparison, Cenvar Roofing in Christiansburg, VA is another construction employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $7,965 in current penalties.

1.7
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
58%
of penalized employers rank lower
$0
in back wages recovered

How RCS Construction compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows RCS Construction sits roughly in line with peers (1.2x 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

$7,963 Bottom 42% least affordable more affordable than 42% 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 RCS Construction

The federal enforcement record for RCS Construction in Rapid City, SD includes 3 OSHA inspections and 5 violations, translating to 1.67 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 5 (100.0%) 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 $11,725 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $7,963 - a 32.1% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $2,654. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record sits roughly in line with peers (1.2x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2010-06-16 to 2012-07-11, a window of roughly 2 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2010-06-16

Last Inspection

2012-07-11

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,654

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 3 inspections over 2 years, averaging 1.7 violations per visit. That's $2,654 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

5

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

$11,725

Current Penalty Amount

$7,963

Penalty Reduction

32.1%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$7,963

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $3,762 from the initial assessment of $11,725. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$0
Employees Affected
0
WHD Violations
1

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How RCS Construction compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric RCS Construction Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.0
Violations 5 3.3
Total Penalty $7,963 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,654 $3,361
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is RCS Construction safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, RCS Construction's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 5 violations across 3 inspections, including 5 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does RCS Construction have? ▼
RCS Construction has 5 OSHA violations on record, including 5 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $7,963.
How many OSHA inspections has RCS Construction had? ▼
RCS Construction has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-06-16 and the most recent on 2012-07-11. This averages 1.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for RCS Construction? ▼
RCS Construction has been assessed $7,963 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $11,725 (a 32.1% reduction). Additionally, $0 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does RCS Construction have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. RCS Construction has 5 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 RCS Construction been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against RCS Construction, resulting in $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does RCS Construction operate in? ▼
RCS Construction operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238910). This industry has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,350 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if RCS Construction owes me wages? ▼
If you believe RCS Construction 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 $0 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does RCS Construction's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
RCS Construction's total OSHA penalty of $7,963 is above the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer (1.2x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Cenvar Roofing in Christiansburg, VA is a similar construction employer with $7,965 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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