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Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting · Kingsburg, CA

Sun-Maid Growers of California

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Sun-Maid Growers of California has a mixed safety record: 17 violations across 12 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Top 5% by penalty53% serious
$78,856
OSHA penalties
17
Violations cited
12
OSHA inspections
$7,571
Back wages owed

Sun-Maid Growers of California in Kingsburg, CA has been the subject of 12 OSHA workplace inspections and 17 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $78,856. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $7,571 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Sun-Maid Growers of California 12 times over 13 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 17 violations, averaging 1.4 per inspection. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the top 5% of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 9 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 far above peers (8.9x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $7,571 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. For comparison, Bartlett's Ocean View Farm in Nantucket, MA is another agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

1.4
violations per inspection
52.9%
of violations were serious
97%
of penalized employers rank lower
$7,571
in back wages recovered

How Sun-Maid Growers of California compares on OSHA penalties

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

in penalties

What this shows Sun-Maid Growers of California runs far above peers (23.0x 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

$78,856 Bottom 3% least affordable more affordable than 3% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Below this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Below this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $50,000+: 5,101 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). This entry ($78,856) is well above this band, the chart's rightmost open-ended bucket. This employer: $78,856 $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 Sun-Maid Growers of California

The federal enforcement record for Sun-Maid Growers of California in Kingsburg, CA includes 12 OSHA inspections and 17 violations, translating to 1.42 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 9 (52.9%) 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 $115,126 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $78,856 - a 31.5% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $6,571. Against the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of $3,429 per employer, this record runs far above peers (23.0x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $7,571 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker.

Inspection activity spans from 2013-01-31 to 2025-11-24, a window of roughly 13 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

12

First Inspection

2013-01-31

Last Inspection

2025-11-24

Inspection Span

13 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.4

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$6,571

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,541

What this shows 12 inspections over 13 years, averaging 1.4 violations per visit. That's $6,571 per inspection vs. the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting average of $2,541.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

9

Serious

52.9% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

8

Other-Than-Serious

47.1% 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

$115,126

Current Penalty Amount

$78,856

Penalty Reduction

31.5%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$86,427

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $36,270 from the initial assessment of $115,126. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$7,571
Employees Affected
1
WHD Violations
2
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$7,571
Avg Back Wages per Case
$7,571

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Sun-Maid Growers of California owed $7,571 in back wages to 1 employee across 1 case and 2 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: Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting

How Sun-Maid Growers of California compares to the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector, which has 6,046 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Sun-Maid Growers of California Industry Avg
Inspections 12 1.3
Violations 17 2.3
Total Penalty $78,856 $3,429
Avg Penalty per Inspection $6,571 $2,541
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sun-Maid Growers of California safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Sun-Maid Growers of California's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 17 violations across 12 inspections, including 9 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 Sun-Maid Growers of California have? ▼
Sun-Maid Growers of California has 17 OSHA violations on record, including 9 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $78,856.
How many OSHA inspections has Sun-Maid Growers of California had? ▼
Sun-Maid Growers of California has had 12 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-01-31 and the most recent on 2025-11-24. This averages 1.4 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Sun-Maid Growers of California? ▼
Sun-Maid Growers of California has been assessed $78,856 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $115,126 (a 31.5% reduction). Additionally, $7,571 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Sun-Maid Growers of California have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Sun-Maid Growers of California has 9 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 Sun-Maid Growers of California been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Sun-Maid Growers of California, resulting in $7,571 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Sun-Maid Growers of California operate in? ▼
Sun-Maid Growers of California operates in the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting sector (NAICS code 115114). This industry has 6,046 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 8,157 total OSHA inspections and $20.73M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Sun-Maid Growers of California owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Sun-Maid Growers of California 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 $7,571 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Sun-Maid Growers of California's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Sun-Maid Growers of California's total OSHA penalty of $78,856 is above the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting industry average of $3,429 per employer (23.0x the average). The employer has 12 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.3 per employer. For a direct comparison, Bartlett's Ocean View Farm in Nantucket, MA is a similar agriculture, forestry, fishing & hunting 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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