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Sentara Norfolk General Hospital

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Sentara Norfolk General Hospital ranks #83,014 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a relatively clean safety record: 1 violations across 3 inspections.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$1,323
OSHA penalties
1
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#83,014
of 99,447 penalized employers

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, VA has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 1 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,323. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Sentara Norfolk General Hospital 3 times over 5 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 1 violation, averaging 0.3 per inspection, on the lighter side. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #83,014 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (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 Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (4.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Rego Park Nursing Home in Corona, NY is another healthcare & social assistance employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

0.3
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#83,014
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

B 85/100
  • B OSHA safety compliance: 1 violation across 3 OSHA inspections (0.3 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Healthcare & Social Assistance per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Sentara Norfolk General Hospital sits roughly in line with peers (1.1x 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

$1,323 Top 17% most affordable more affordable than 83% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $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 Healthcare & Social Assistance employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.006.012.118.124.1OSHA inspectionsViolations citedMAYAGUEZ MEDICAL CEN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0UP HEALTH SYSTEM POR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5ST. CATHERINE OF SIE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0WOODBRIDGE DEVELOPME…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5CENTRAL REGIONAL HOS…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1METHODIST HEALTHCARE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 23LAS VENTANAS RETIREM…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5LA COUNTY HEALTH SER…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3PAVILION OF WAUKEGAN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5LAVENDER HILLS ASSIS…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2NYSOMH CENTRAL NY PS…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7FAIRVIEW HEALTH SERV…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0AACRES WA LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1UNIVERSITY OF IOWA H…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0SHRINERS HOSPITALS F…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12DAYBREAK MENTAL HEAL…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2AMISUB (SFH), INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17BILLINGS PARTNERS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1CAPE REGIONAL MEDICA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3Sentara Norfolk Gene…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 1 violation cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Healthcare & Social Assistance peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in the Healthcare & Social Assistance enforcement ledger

In Healthcare & Social Assistance, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital sits at penalty rank #1,883 of 2,466 penalized establishments ($1,323 assessed).

How Sentara Norfolk General Hospital Compares

Sentara Norfolk General Hospital's 0.33 violations per inspection compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector average of 1.1 violations per employer.

Against the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty sits roughly in line with peers (1.1x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2012-04-20

Last Inspection

2017-03-27

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$441

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,757

What this shows 3 inspections over 5 years, averaging 0.3 violations per visit. That's $441 per inspection vs. the Healthcare & Social Assistance average of $1,757.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

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

$1,890

Current Penalty Amount

$1,323

Penalty Reduction

30.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $567 from the initial assessment of $1,890. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Healthcare & Social Assistance

How Sentara Norfolk General Hospital compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector, which has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Sentara Norfolk General Hospital Industry Avg
Inspections 3 0.7
Violations 1 1.1
Total Penalty $1,323 $1,181
Avg Penalty per Inspection $441 $1,757
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Nationwide Healthcare & Social Assistance peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, both outside VA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,323 here).

Bravo Care of Peoria, INC. $1,323 IL Blanchard Valley Health System $1,328 OH ST Jude Operating Company LLC $1,330 OR Golden Living Center-Garden Place $1,313 MA

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (3 inspections here).

Mayaguez Medical Center - DR. Ramon Emeterio Betances INC 3 insp. Mayaguez, PR Up Health System Portage 3 insp. Hancock, MI ST. Catherine of Siena Medical Center 3 insp. Smithtown, NY Woodbridge Developmental Center 3 insp. Woodbridge, NJ

Nearby & Similar Employers in Healthcare & Social Assistance

Showing 5 of 17944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Bravo Care of Peoria, INC.
Peoria, IL
2 inspections $1,323
Freedom Work Opportunities, Inc.
Highland, MI
0 inspections $0
Rego Park Nursing Home
Corona, NY
0 inspections $0
People Centered Support Services
Ruston, LA
0 inspections $0
Stacie's Chalet
Sacramento, CA
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Sentara Norfolk General Hospital's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

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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 Sentara Norfolk General Hospital safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 1 violations across 3 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Healthcare & Social Assistance industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Sentara Norfolk General Hospital have? ▼
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital has 1 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,323.
How many OSHA inspections has Sentara Norfolk General Hospital had? ▼
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-04-20 and the most recent on 2017-03-27. This averages 0.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Sentara Norfolk General Hospital? ▼
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital has been assessed $1,323 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $1,890 (a 30.0% reduction).
Does Sentara Norfolk General Hospital have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Sentara Norfolk General Hospital 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.
What industry does Sentara Norfolk General Hospital operate in? ▼
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital operates in the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector (NAICS code 622110). This industry has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 12,060 total OSHA inspections and $21.19M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Sentara Norfolk General Hospital rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital ranks #83,014 (the lower half 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 Sentara Norfolk General Hospital's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Sentara Norfolk General Hospital's total OSHA penalty of $1,323 is above the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer (1.1x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.7 per employer. For a direct comparison, Rego Park Nursing Home in Corona, NY is a similar healthcare & social assistance 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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