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Swain Construction

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Swain Construction has a concerning safety record: 18 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Top 5% by penalty44% serious
$61,000
OSHA penalties
18
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$0
Back wages owed

Swain Construction in Omaha, NE has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 18 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $61,000. The employer also has 1 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) case on record, covering Fair Labor Standards Act enforcement. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Swain Construction 2 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 18 violations, averaging 9.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the top 5% of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 8 were classified as serious and 1 as willful - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. For comparison, Lightning Construction, LLC in Harvey, LA is another construction employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

9.0
violations per inspection
44.4%
of violations were serious
96%
of penalized employers rank lower
$0
in back wages recovered

How Swain Construction compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Swain Construction runs far above peers (9.0x 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

$61,000 Bottom 4% least affordable more affordable than 4% 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 ($61,000) is well above this band, the chart's rightmost open-ended bucket. This employer: $61,000 $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 Swain Construction

The federal enforcement record for Swain Construction in Omaha, NE includes 2 OSHA inspections and 18 violations, translating to 9.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 8 (44.4%) were classified as serious, 1 (5.6%) as willful, and 1 (5.6%) 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 $124,510 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $61,000 - a 51.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $30,500. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record runs far above peers (9.0x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2010-04-15 to 2012-01-13, a window of roughly 2 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2010-04-15

Last Inspection

2012-01-13

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

9.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$30,500

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 2 inspections over 2 years, averaging 9.0 violations per visit. That's $30,500 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

8

Serious

44.4% of total

1

Willful

5.6% of total

1

Repeat

5.6% of total

8

Other-Than-Serious

44.4% 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

$124,510

Current Penalty Amount

$61,000

Penalty Reduction

51.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$61,000

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $63,510 from the initial assessment of $124,510. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$0
Employees Affected
0
WHD Violations
0

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How Swain Construction compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Swain Construction Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 18 3.3
Total Penalty $61,000 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $30,500 $3,361
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Swain Construction safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Swain Construction's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 18 violations across 2 inspections, including 8 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Swain Construction have? ▼
Swain Construction has 18 OSHA violations on record, including 8 serious, 1 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $61,000.
How many OSHA inspections has Swain Construction had? ▼
Swain Construction has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-04-15 and the most recent on 2012-01-13. This averages 9.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Swain Construction? ▼
Swain Construction has been assessed $61,000 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $124,510 (a 51.0% reduction). Additionally, $0 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Swain Construction have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Swain Construction has 8 serious violations, 1 willful violations, and 1 repeat 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 Swain Construction been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Swain Construction, resulting in $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Swain Construction operate in? ▼
Swain Construction operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238110). This industry has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 123,350 total OSHA inspections and $414.57M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Swain Construction owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Swain Construction 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 $0 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Swain Construction's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Swain Construction's total OSHA penalty of $61,000 is above the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer (9.0x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Lightning Construction, LLC in Harvey, LA is a similar construction 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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