Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting · Scipio Center, NY

Roach's Dairy Farm

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Roach's Dairy Farm ranks #19,447 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 11 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty100% serious
$18,260
OSHA penalties
11
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#19,447
of 99,447 penalized employers

Roach's Dairy Farm in Scipio Center, NY has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 11 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $18,260. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Roach's Dairy Farm 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 11 violations, averaging 5.5 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #19,447 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 11 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, L Walther & Sons in Bridgeport, NE is another agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

5.5
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#19,447
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 10/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 11 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (5.5 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Roach's Dairy Farm compares on OSHA penalties

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

in penalties

What this shows Roach's Dairy Farm runs far above peers (5.3x 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

$18,260 Bottom 20% least affordable more affordable than 20% 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%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Roach's Dairy Farm.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.15.010.014.919.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedWIERS FARM, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7J&D PRODUCE INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5FARMER MIKE'S LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5CALIFORNIA ARTICHOKE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 19ACMII CALIFORNIA 6, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3FRX MANAGEMENT HOLDI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4FOOTHILL PACKING, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8PRAIRIE FARMS DAIRY,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5WHITES NURSERY & GRE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12DOUBLE "L" PLANTING …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT P…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8JOHN B. SANFILIPPO &…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1IRISH FARMS COMPANY,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2DRAGO BROTHERS LOGGI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6NEXTCROP, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1CALIFORNIA DAIRIES INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1J & R FARM LABOR, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1FULL CIRCLE BISON RA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10PACIFIC PERSONNEL MA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1IRON HORSE LOGGING INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2Roach's Dairy Farm, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11
Roach's Dairy Farm has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 11 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.

Roach's Dairy Farm in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting enforcement ledger

Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector: Roach's Dairy Farm is the #331 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 2,224 employers with nonzero fines ($18,260).

How Roach's Dairy Farm Compares

Roach's Dairy Farm's 5.50 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 far above peers (5.3x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2014-09-10

Last Inspection

2015-09-17

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

5.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$9,130

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,537

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 5.5 violations per visit. That's $9,130 per inspection vs. the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting average of $2,537.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

11

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

$18,300

Current Penalty Amount

$18,260

Penalty Reduction

0.2%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $40 from the initial assessment of $18,300. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting

How Roach's Dairy Farm compares to the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector, which has 5,988 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Roach's Dairy Farm Industry Avg
Inspections 2 1.4
Violations 11 2.4
Total Penalty $18,260 $3,448
Avg Penalty per Inspection $9,130 $2,537

Nationwide Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Roach's Dairy Farm, both outside NY so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

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What to do with this record

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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 Roach's Dairy Farm safe to work at?
Based on OSHA records, Roach's Dairy Farm's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 11 violations across 2 inspections, including 11 serious violations. Compared to Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Roach's Dairy Farm have?
Roach's Dairy Farm has 11 OSHA violations on record, including 11 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $18,260.
How many OSHA inspections has Roach's Dairy Farm had?
Roach's Dairy Farm has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-09-10 and the most recent on 2015-09-17. This averages 5.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Roach's Dairy Farm?
Roach's Dairy Farm has been assessed $18,260 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $18,300 (a 0.2% reduction).
Does Roach's Dairy Farm have any serious or willful violations?
Yes. Roach's Dairy Farm has 11 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 Roach's Dairy Farm operate in?
Roach's Dairy Farm operates in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector (NAICS code 112120). This industry has 5,988 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 8,139 total OSHA inspections and $20.65M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Roach's Dairy Farm rank nationally on OSHA penalties?
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Roach's Dairy Farm ranks #19,447 (the top quarter 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 Roach's Dairy Farm's safety record compare to industry average?
Roach's Dairy Farm's total OSHA penalty of $18,260 is above the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of $3,448 per employer (5.3x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.4 per employer. For a direct comparison, L Walther & Sons in Bridgeport, NE 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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