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Tradewinds Construction

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Tradewinds Construction has a concerning safety record: 12 violations across 3 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Upper half by penalty42% serious
$6,050
OSHA penalties
12
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
$15,541
Back wages owed

Tradewinds Construction in Las Vegas, NV has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 12 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $6,050. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $15,541 in back wages owed to 68 affected workers. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Tradewinds Construction 3 times over 3 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 12 violations, averaging 4.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the upper half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 5 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 (1.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $15,541 in back wages owed to 68 affected workers. For comparison, Alliance Exterior Construction, INC. in State College, PA is another construction employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $21,600 in current penalties.

4.0
violations per inspection
41.7%
of violations were serious
50%
of penalized employers rank lower
$15,541
in back wages recovered

How Tradewinds Construction compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Construction per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Tradewinds Construction sits roughly in line with peers (0.9x 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

$6,050 Top 50% most affordable more affordable than 50% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $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 Tradewinds Construction

The federal enforcement record for Tradewinds Construction in Las Vegas, NV includes 3 OSHA inspections and 12 violations, translating to 4.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 5 (41.7%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 1 (8.3%) 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 $30,552 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $6,050 - a 80.2% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $2,017. Against the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer, this record sits roughly in line with peers (0.9x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 2 cases producing $15,541 in back wages owed to 68 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2010-01-05 to 2013-04-11, a window of roughly 3 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2010-01-05

Last Inspection

2013-04-11

Inspection Span

3 yrs

Violations / Inspection

4.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,017

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,361

What this shows 3 inspections over 3 years, averaging 4.0 violations per visit. That's $2,017 per inspection vs. the Construction average of $3,361.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

5

Serious

41.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

8.3% of total

6

Other-Than-Serious

50.0% 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

$30,552

Current Penalty Amount

$6,050

Penalty Reduction

80.2%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$21,591

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $24,502 from the initial assessment of $30,552. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$15,541
Employees Affected
68
WHD Violations
70
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$229
Avg Back Wages per Case
$7,771

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Tradewinds Construction owed $15,541 in back wages to 68 employees across 2 cases and 70 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: Construction

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

Metric Tradewinds Construction Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.0
Violations 12 3.3
Total Penalty $6,050 $6,751
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,017 $3,361
View all 61,413 employers in Construction →

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2 inspections $21,600
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tradewinds Construction safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Tradewinds Construction's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 12 violations across 3 inspections, including 5 serious violations. Compared to Construction industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Tradewinds Construction have? ▼
Tradewinds Construction has 12 OSHA violations on record, including 5 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $6,050.
How many OSHA inspections has Tradewinds Construction had? ▼
Tradewinds Construction has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-01-05 and the most recent on 2013-04-11. This averages 4.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Tradewinds Construction? ▼
Tradewinds Construction has been assessed $6,050 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $30,552 (a 80.2% reduction). Additionally, $15,541 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Tradewinds Construction have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Tradewinds Construction has 5 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 Tradewinds Construction been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Tradewinds Construction, resulting in $15,541 in back wages owed to 68 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Tradewinds Construction operate in? ▼
Tradewinds Construction operates in the Construction sector (NAICS code 236220). 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 Tradewinds Construction owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Tradewinds 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 $15,541 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
How does Tradewinds Construction's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Tradewinds Construction's total OSHA penalty of $6,050 is below the Construction industry average of $6,751 per employer. The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Alliance Exterior Construction, INC. in State College, PA is a similar construction employer with $21,600 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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