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Arts, Entertainment & Recreation · Pigeon Forge, TN

Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC ranks #51,552 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 13 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$5,700
OSHA penalties
13
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#51,552
of 99,447 penalized employers

Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC in Pigeon Forge, TN has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 13 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $5,700. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 13 violations, averaging 6.5 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #51,552 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 13 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.1x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Mono Wind Casino in Auberry, CA is another arts, entertainment & recreation employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $5,695 in current penalties.

6.5
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#51,552
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 13 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (6.5 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 Arts, Entertainment & Recreation per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC runs moderately above peers (1.3x 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

$5,700 Top 48% most affordable more affordable than 52% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Arts, Entertainment & Recreation employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.005.310.515.821OSHA inspectionsViolations citedDAVID H. KOCH THEATER, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11CAVES VALLEY CLUB, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15USA GUN CLUB, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2CAP SANTE MARINE LTD, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1BISHOP MUSEUM, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12CASINO OF THE SUN, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4NOTTOWAY AMUSEMENT, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7YANKEE STADIUM LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2BODY-SOLID, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0CITY OF ATLANTA - PU…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4FREEMAN EXPOSITIONS …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8FTP GOLF MANAGEMENT …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3TWIN ARROWS NAVAJO C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8HAWAII GUN CLUB INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13BREWER YACHT YARD GR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3PIER 7 MARINA, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 20JLW HOLDINGS, INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4ON-TARGET INDOOR SHO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6THE HERITAGE GUILD O…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1Smoky Mountain Obser…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13
Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 13 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Arts, Entertainment & Recreation peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation enforcement ledger

Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector: Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC is the #403 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 848 employers with nonzero fines ($5,700).

How Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC Compares

Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC's 6.50 violations per inspection compares to the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector average of 5.1 violations per employer.

Against the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of $4,481 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately above peers (1.3x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2017-02-15

Last Inspection

2017-02-15

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

6.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,850

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,537

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 6.5 violations per visit. That's $2,850 per inspection vs. the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation average of $2,537.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

13

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

$7,600

Current Penalty Amount

$5,700

Penalty Reduction

25.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $1,900 from the initial assessment of $7,600. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

How Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC compares to the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector, which has 2,226 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 1.8
Violations 13 5.1
Total Penalty $5,700 $4,481
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,850 $2,537
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Nationwide Arts, Entertainment & Recreation peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC, both outside TN so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($5,700 here).

Lewis Farm Market LLC DBA Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo $5,700 MI Nashoba Hill CORP. $5,700 MA Mono Wind Casino $5,695 CA Las Vegas Athletic Club $5,740 NV

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

David H. Koch Theater 2 insp. New York, NY Caves Valley Club, INC. 2 insp. Owings Mills, MD USA Gun Club 2 insp. Tamuning, GU Cap Sante Marine LTD 2 insp. Anacortes, WA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Showing 5 of 2225 other employers tracked in this sector.

Lewis Farm Market LLC DBA Lewis Adventure Farm & Zoo
New Era, MI
2 inspections $5,700
Nashoba Hill CORP.
Westford, MA
2 inspections $5,700
Mono Wind Casino
Auberry, CA
3 inspections $5,695
Everyday Yardsale
Raleigh, NC
0 inspections $0
River Wilds Golf Club
Blair, NE
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC'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 Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 13 violations across 2 inspections, including 13 serious violations. Compared to Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC have? ▼
Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC has 13 OSHA violations on record, including 13 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $5,700.
How many OSHA inspections has Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC had? ▼
Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2017-02-15 and the most recent on 2017-02-15. This averages 6.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC? ▼
Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC has been assessed $5,700 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $7,600 (a 25.0% reduction).
Does Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC has 13 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 Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC operate in? ▼
Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC operates in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector (NAICS code 713990). This industry has 2,226 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 3,932 total OSHA inspections and $9.98M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC ranks #51,552 (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 Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Smoky Mountain Observation Wheel Investors LLC's total OSHA penalty of $5,700 is above the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation industry average of $4,481 per employer (1.3x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Mono Wind Casino in Auberry, CA is a similar arts, entertainment & recreation employer with $5,695 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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