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South Bay Automotive LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), South Bay Automotive LLC ranks #96,732 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 6 violations across 2 inspections.

Lower half by penalty17% serious
$250
OSHA penalties
6
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#96,732
of 99,447 penalized employers

South Bay Automotive LLC in Olympia, WA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 6 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $250. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected South Bay Automotive LLC 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 6 violations, averaging 3.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #96,732 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 Other Services industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.6x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, DRS Automotive Fantomworks in Norfolk, VA is another other services employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $250 in current penalties.

3.0
violations per inspection
16.7%
of violations were serious
#96,732
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 46/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 6 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (3.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How South Bay Automotive LLC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Other Services per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows South Bay Automotive LLC runs well below peers (0.08x 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

$250 Top 3% most affordable more affordable than 97% 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 Other Services employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is South Bay Automotive LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.006.613.119.726.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedATLANTIC CITY LINEN …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6US BLADES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15ALSCO, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8VAN VREEDES APPLIANC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 25ARWAY APRON & UNIFOR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6THE GREEN-WOOD CEMET…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2HENLEY ENTERPRISES, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2MEADOWLARC WELDING, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2BILLINGS AMATEUR HOC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4B&J TRUCK LIFT SERVI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4YMCA OF FLOWOOD, MS, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3SALVADOR,JAIME,SALVA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7ATLANTIC GREAT DANE,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2MOUNTAIN GREEN CONDO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2VALLEY OAK SPCA, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7DESIGN SOURCE INTERIOR, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0DEPARTMENT OF INTERI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8ICS-CARGO CLEAN LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8ADVENT CLEANERS LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1South Bay Automotive…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6
South Bay Automotive LLC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 6 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Other Services peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

South Bay Automotive LLC in the Other Services enforcement ledger

Among 2,361 Other Services employers with OSHA penalties on file, South Bay Automotive LLC ranks #2,209 at $250 current penalty.

How South Bay Automotive LLC Compares

South Bay Automotive LLC's 3.00 violations per inspection compares to the Other Services sector average of 3.8 violations per employer.

Against the Other Services industry average of $3,070 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well below peers (0.08x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2013-01-11

Last Inspection

2013-02-05

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$125

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,499

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 3.0 violations per visit. That's $125 per inspection vs. the Other Services average of $2,499.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

1

Serious

16.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

5

Other-Than-Serious

83.3% 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

$250

Current Penalty Amount

$250

Penalty Reduction

None

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Industry Safety Context: Other Services

How South Bay Automotive LLC compares to the Other Services sector, which has 6,486 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric South Bay Automotive LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 1.2
Violations 6 3.8
Total Penalty $250 $3,070
Avg Penalty per Inspection $125 $2,499
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Nationwide Other Services peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for South Bay Automotive LLC, both outside WA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($250 here).

Chrysalis $250 UT DRS Automotive Fantomworks $250 VA TLC Auto Body & Paint $250 UT Valley City Coat & Apron CO. DBA Valley City Linen INC. $250 MI

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Atlantic City Linen Supply, LLC 2 insp. Norwich, CT US Blades 2 insp. Hampden, ME Alsco, INC. 2 insp. Billings, MT Van Vreedes Appliance, Electronics, Furniture 2 insp. Appleton, WI

Nearby & Similar Employers in Other Services

Showing 5 of 6485 other employers tracked in this sector.

Chrysalis
Layton, UT
2 inspections $250
DRS Automotive Fantomworks
Norfolk, VA
2 inspections $250
Mister Car Wash
Spokane, WA
2 inspections $250
TLC Auto Body & Paint
West Valley City, UT
2 inspections $250
Valley City Coat & Apron CO. DBA Valley City Linen INC.
Grand Rapids, MI
2 inspections $250

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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 South Bay Automotive LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, South Bay Automotive LLC's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 6 violations across 2 inspections, including 1 serious violations. Compared to Other Services industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does South Bay Automotive LLC have? ▼
South Bay Automotive LLC has 6 OSHA violations on record, including 1 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $250.
How many OSHA inspections has South Bay Automotive LLC had? ▼
South Bay Automotive LLC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-01-11 and the most recent on 2013-02-05. This averages 3.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for South Bay Automotive LLC? ▼
South Bay Automotive LLC has been assessed $250 in current OSHA penalties.
Does South Bay Automotive LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. South Bay Automotive LLC 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 South Bay Automotive LLC operate in? ▼
South Bay Automotive LLC operates in the Other Services sector (NAICS code 811111). This industry has 6,486 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 7,967 total OSHA inspections and $19.91M in cumulative penalties.
Where does South Bay Automotive LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, South Bay Automotive LLC ranks #96,732 (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 South Bay Automotive LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
South Bay Automotive LLC's total OSHA penalty of $250 is below the Other Services industry average of $3,070 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, DRS Automotive Fantomworks in Norfolk, VA is a similar other services employer with $250 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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