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Retail Trade · Vancouver, WA

Supplement Sciences INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Supplement Sciences INC ranks #52,705 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 10 violations across 3 inspections.

Lower half by penalty60% serious
$5,500
OSHA penalties
10
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#52,705
of 99,447 penalized employers

Supplement Sciences INC in Vancouver, WA has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 10 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $5,500. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Supplement Sciences INC 3 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 10 violations, averaging 3.3 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #52,705 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 6 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Retail Trade industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (3.7x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Overhead Door Company of Norwich, INC. in Preston, CT is another retail trade employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $5,500 in current penalties.

3.3
violations per inspection
60.0%
of violations were serious
#52,705
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 42/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 10 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (3.3 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Supplement Sciences INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Retail Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Supplement Sciences INC runs moderately above peers (1.9x 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

$5,500 Top 47% most affordable more affordable than 53% 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 Retail Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Supplement Sciences INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.007.915.823.631.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedKINGS BUILDING MATER…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11HOME DEPOT U.S.A., I…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6WHOLE FOODS MARKETIN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6THE HOME DEPOT, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0DEFENSE COMMISSARY A…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5Smokehouse Pet Produ…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10MARGOLIN SHOES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6ATS OF ALABAMA LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9HOME CONSIGNMENT CEN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6SPROUTS FARMERS MARKET, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1WALMART SUPERCENTER, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0US WHEEL INC DBA DET…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 20TIRE WAREHOUSE, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1LABADIE AUTO COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 30TOTAL WINE & MORE, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2SUPERMERCADOS MAXIMO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3MEIJER STORE #242, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2NORBITH CORP, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4DOLLAR GENERAL CORPO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0DOLLAR TREE STORES, …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3Supplement Sciences …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10
Supplement Sciences INC has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 10 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Retail Trade peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Supplement Sciences INC in the Retail Trade enforcement ledger

Among 3,175 Retail Trade employers with OSHA penalties on file, Supplement Sciences INC ranks #1,331 at $5,500 current penalty.

How Supplement Sciences INC Compares

Supplement Sciences INC's 3.33 violations per inspection compares to the Retail Trade sector average of 1.7 violations per employer.

Against the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately above peers (1.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2011-09-09

Last Inspection

2011-09-20

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,833

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,571

What this shows 3 inspections over 1 year, averaging 3.3 violations per visit. That's $1,833 per inspection vs. the Retail Trade average of $3,571.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

6

Serious

60.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

40.0% 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

$10,800

Current Penalty Amount

$5,500

Penalty Reduction

49.1%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $5,300 from the initial assessment of $10,800. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Retail Trade

How Supplement Sciences INC compares to the Retail Trade sector, which has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Supplement Sciences INC Industry Avg
Inspections 3 0.8
Violations 10 1.7
Total Penalty $5,500 $2,898
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,833 $3,571
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Nationwide Retail Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Supplement Sciences INC, both outside WA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($5,500 here).

Ann & Hope $5,500 RI Overhead Door Company of Norwich, INC. $5,500 CT Bodega Latina Corporation $5,500 AZ Ralphs Food Warehouse INC $5,500 PR

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Kings Building Material, LLC 3 insp. Brooklyn, NY Home Depot U.S.a., INC. 3 insp. Fresno, CA Whole Foods Marketing Group 3 insp. Omaha, NE The Home Depot 3 insp. Tampa, FL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Retail Trade

Showing 5 of 12944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Ann & Hope
Warwick, RI
2 inspections $5,500
Overhead Door Company of Norwich, INC.
Preston, CT
2 inspections $5,500
Sidell Grocery and Liquors
Sidell, IL
0 inspections $0
Virginia Market
Phoenix, AZ
0 inspections $0
Bodega Latina Corporation
Phoenix, AZ
2 inspections $5,500

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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 Supplement Sciences INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Supplement Sciences INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 10 violations across 3 inspections, including 6 serious violations. Compared to Retail Trade industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Supplement Sciences INC have? ▼
Supplement Sciences INC has 10 OSHA violations on record, including 6 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $5,500.
How many OSHA inspections has Supplement Sciences INC had? ▼
Supplement Sciences INC has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-09-09 and the most recent on 2011-09-20. This averages 3.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Supplement Sciences INC? ▼
Supplement Sciences INC has been assessed $5,500 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $10,800 (a 49.1% reduction).
Does Supplement Sciences INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Supplement Sciences INC has 6 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 Supplement Sciences INC operate in? ▼
Supplement Sciences INC operates in the Retail Trade sector (NAICS code 446191). This industry has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 10,505 total OSHA inspections and $37.51M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Supplement Sciences INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Supplement Sciences INC ranks #52,705 (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 Supplement Sciences INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Supplement Sciences INC's total OSHA penalty of $5,500 is above the Retail Trade industry average of $2,898 per employer (1.9x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.8 per employer. For a direct comparison, Overhead Door Company of Norwich, INC. in Preston, CT is a similar retail trade employer with $5,500 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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