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Washington Potato Company

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Washington Potato Company ranks #1,292 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 48 violations across 14 inspections.

Top 1% by penalty90% serious
$119,956
OSHA penalties
48
Violations cited
14
OSHA inspections
#1,292
of 99,447 penalized employers

Washington Potato Company in Pasco, WA has been the subject of 14 OSHA workplace inspections and 48 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $119,956. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Washington Potato Company 14 times over 5 years - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 48 violations, averaging 3.4 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #1,292 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 1% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 43 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Manufacturing industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs far above peers (5.4x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Magic Valley Fresh Frozen, INC. in McAllen, TX is another manufacturing employer with 1 OSHA inspection on record and $5,400 in current penalties.

3.4
violations per inspection
89.6%
of violations were serious
#1,292
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 40/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 48 violations across 14 OSHA inspections (3.4 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Washington Potato Company compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Manufacturing per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Washington Potato Company runs far above peers (7.6x 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

$119,956 Bottom 1% least affordable more affordable than 1% 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%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Below this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Below this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $50,000+: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). This entry ($119,956) is well above this band, the chart's rightmost open-ended bucket. This employer: $119,956 $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 Manufacturing employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Washington Potato Company.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both13.914.01414.014.1042.084.0125.9167.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedLIGHT METALS CORP, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 60FLEET READINESS CENT…, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 42TREX COMPANY, INC., OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 24HEARTHSIDE FOOD SOLU…, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 30PACIFIC COAST PRODUC…, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 9AK STEEL CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 22C & H SUGAR COMPANY,…, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 86PANASONIC ENERGY OF …, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 2ELRINGKLINGER USA, I…, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 65CANTON DROP FORGE, I…, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 66SWIFT PORK COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 19COMBINED SYSTEMS, INC., OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 28SUNFIELD, INC., OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 160GENERAL ELECTRIC COM…, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 24TYSON FRESH MEATS, I…, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 12PILGRIM'S PRIDE CORP…, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 49APPALACHIAN WOOD FLO…, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 59VIGOR MARINE, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 21CENTRAL VALLEY MEAT …, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 23QUALITY METALCRAFT INC, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 101Washington Potato Co…, OSHA inspections: 14 · Violations cited: 48
Washington Potato Company has 14 OSHA inspections on record and 48 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Manufacturing peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Washington Potato Company in the Manufacturing enforcement ledger

Manufacturing sector: Washington Potato Company is the #709 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 35,243 employers with nonzero fines ($119,956).

How Washington Potato Company Compares

Washington Potato Company's 3.43 violations per inspection compares to the Manufacturing sector average of 8.0 violations per employer.

Against the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs far above peers (7.6x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

14

First Inspection

2010-02-01

Last Inspection

2014-09-09

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

3.4

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$8,568

Industry Avg / Inspection

$6,093

What this shows 14 inspections over 5 years, averaging 3.4 violations per visit. That's $8,568 per inspection vs. the Manufacturing average of $6,093.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

43

Serious

89.6% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

2

Repeat

4.2% of total

3

Other-Than-Serious

6.3% 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

$157,412

Current Penalty Amount

$119,956

Penalty Reduction

23.8%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $37,456 from the initial assessment of $157,412. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Manufacturing

How Washington Potato Company compares to the Manufacturing sector, which has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Washington Potato Company Industry Avg
Inspections 14 2.6
Violations 48 8.0
Total Penalty $119,956 $15,763
Avg Penalty per Inspection $8,568 $6,093
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Nationwide Manufacturing peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Washington Potato Company, both outside WA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($119,956 here).

Lippert Components, INC. $120,000 TX Chrysler- Kokomo Casting Plant $120,000 IN Remington Arms CO., INC. $120,000 NY Americarb, INC. $119,900 OH

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (14 inspections here).

Light Metals CORP 14 insp. Wyoming, MI Fleet Readiness Center Southwest 14 insp. San Diego, CA Trex Company, INC. 14 insp. Fernley, NV Hearthside Food Solutions, LLC 14 insp. MC Comb, OH

Nearby & Similar Employers in Manufacturing

Showing 5 of 44644 other employers tracked in this sector.

Magic Valley Fresh Frozen, INC.
McAllen, TX
1 inspections $5,400
Lippert Components, INC.
Beeville, TX
2 inspections $120,000
Chrysler- Kokomo Casting Plant
Kokomo, IN
2 inspections $120,000
Remington Arms CO., INC.
Ilion, NY
2 inspections $120,000
Americarb, INC.
Ashland, OH
2 inspections $119,900

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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 Washington Potato Company safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Washington Potato Company's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 48 violations across 14 inspections, including 43 serious violations. Compared to Manufacturing industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Washington Potato Company have? ▼
Washington Potato Company has 48 OSHA violations on record, including 43 serious, 0 willful, and 2 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $119,956.
How many OSHA inspections has Washington Potato Company had? ▼
Washington Potato Company has had 14 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2010-02-01 and the most recent on 2014-09-09. This averages 3.4 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Washington Potato Company? ▼
Washington Potato Company has been assessed $119,956 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $157,412 (a 23.8% reduction).
Does Washington Potato Company have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Washington Potato Company has 43 serious violations, and 2 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.
What industry does Washington Potato Company operate in? ▼
Washington Potato Company operates in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS code 311423). This industry has 44,645 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 115,492 total OSHA inspections and $703.72M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Washington Potato Company rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Washington Potato Company ranks #1,292 (the top 1% 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 Washington Potato Company's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Washington Potato Company's total OSHA penalty of $119,956 is above the Manufacturing industry average of $15,763 per employer (7.6x the average). The employer has 14 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, Magic Valley Fresh Frozen, INC. in McAllen, TX is a similar manufacturing employer with $5,400 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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