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Sagewater

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

Lower half by penalty43% serious
$3,500
OSHA penalties
7
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$71,460
Back wages owed

Sagewater in Honolulu, HI 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: $3,500. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 42 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Sagewater 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, 3 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $71,460 in back wages owed to 40 affected workers. For comparison, Kings of Rebar in Pottstown, PA is another construction employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

3.5
violations per inspection
42.9%
of violations were serious
35%
of penalized employers rank lower
$71,460
in back wages recovered

How Sagewater compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Sagewater 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

$3,500 Top 35% most affordable more affordable than 65% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Above this entry. $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 Sagewater

The federal enforcement record for Sagewater in Honolulu, HI includes 2 OSHA inspections and 7 violations, translating to 3.50 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 3 (42.9%) 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 $5,600 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $3,500 - a 37.5% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $1,750. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record runs moderately below peers (0.5x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $71,460 in back wages owed to 40 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2013-09-23 to 2013-09-24, a window of roughly 1 year.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2013-09-23

Last Inspection

2013-09-24

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,750

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 3.5 violations per visit. That's $1,750 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

3

Serious

42.9% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

57.1% 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

$5,600

Current Penalty Amount

$3,500

Penalty Reduction

37.5%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$74,960

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $2,100 from the initial assessment of $5,600. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$71,460
Employees Affected
40
WHD Violations
42
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$1,787
Avg Back Wages per Case
$71,460

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Sagewater owed $71,460 in back wages to 40 employees across 1 case and 42 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: Construction

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

Metric Sagewater Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 7 3.3
Total Penalty $3,500 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,750 $3,361
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sagewater safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Sagewater's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 7 violations across 2 inspections, including 3 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Sagewater have? ▼
Sagewater has 7 OSHA violations on record, including 3 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $3,500.
How many OSHA inspections has Sagewater had? ▼
Sagewater has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-09-23 and the most recent on 2013-09-24. This averages 3.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Sagewater? ▼
Sagewater has been assessed $3,500 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $5,600 (a 37.5% reduction). Additionally, $71,460 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Sagewater have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Sagewater has 3 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 Sagewater been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Sagewater, resulting in $71,460 in back wages owed to 40 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Sagewater operate in? ▼
Sagewater operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238220). 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 Sagewater owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Sagewater 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 $71,460 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Sagewater's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Sagewater's total OSHA penalty of $3,500 is below the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Kings of Rebar in Pottstown, PA is a similar construction employer with $0 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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