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TLC Plumbing & Utility

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), TLC Plumbing & Utility has a concerning safety record: 3 violations across 4 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Top 25% by penalty67% serious
$16,500
OSHA penalties
3
Violations cited
4
OSHA inspections
$0
Back wages owed

TLC Plumbing & Utility in Albuquerque, NM has been the subject of 4 OSHA workplace inspections and 3 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $16,500. The employer also has 2 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) cases 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 TLC Plumbing & Utility 4 times over 5 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 3 violations, averaging 0.8 per inspection, on the lighter side. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the top quarter of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 2 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Construction industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (2.0x 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, J & N Construction LLC in Omaha, NE is another construction employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $16,500 in current penalties.

0.8
violations per inspection
66.7%
of violations were serious
78%
of penalized employers rank lower
$0
in back wages recovered

How TLC Plumbing & Utility compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows TLC Plumbing & Utility runs well above peers (2.4x 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

$16,500 Bottom 22% least affordable more affordable than 22% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 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

What the Data Says About TLC Plumbing & Utility

The federal enforcement record for TLC Plumbing & Utility in Albuquerque, NM includes 4 OSHA inspections and 3 violations, translating to 0.75 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 2 (66.7%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 1 (33.3%) 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 $16,500 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $16,500 - no reduction from the original assessment. Average penalty per inspection works out to $4,125. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record runs well above peers (2.4x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 2 cases producing $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2011-05-24 to 2016-08-12, a window of roughly 5 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

4

First Inspection

2011-05-24

Last Inspection

2016-08-12

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.8

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$4,125

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 4 inspections over 5 years, averaging 0.8 violations per visit. That's $4,125 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

Serious

66.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

33.3% 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

$16,500

Current Penalty Amount

$16,500

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$16,500

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

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$0
Employees Affected
0
WHD Violations
1

Industry Safety Context: Construction

How TLC Plumbing & Utility compares to the Construction sector, which has 61,413 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric TLC Plumbing & Utility Industry Avg
Inspections 4 2.0
Violations 3 3.3
Total Penalty $16,500 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $4,125 $3,361
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is TLC Plumbing & Utility safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, TLC Plumbing & Utility's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 3 violations across 4 inspections, including 2 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 TLC Plumbing & Utility have? ▼
TLC Plumbing & Utility has 3 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $16,500.
How many OSHA inspections has TLC Plumbing & Utility had? ▼
TLC Plumbing & Utility has had 4 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-05-24 and the most recent on 2016-08-12. This averages 0.8 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for TLC Plumbing & Utility? ▼
TLC Plumbing & Utility has been assessed $16,500 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $0 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does TLC Plumbing & Utility have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. TLC Plumbing & Utility has 2 serious 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 TLC Plumbing & Utility been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against TLC Plumbing & Utility, 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 TLC Plumbing & Utility operate in? ▼
TLC Plumbing & Utility operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 238220). 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 TLC Plumbing & Utility owes me wages? ▼
If you believe TLC Plumbing & Utility 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 2 cases.
How does TLC Plumbing & Utility's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
TLC Plumbing & Utility's total OSHA penalty of $16,500 is above the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer (2.4x the average). The employer has 4 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, J & N Construction LLC in Omaha, NE is a similar construction employer with $16,500 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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