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Yamato Engine Specialists

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Yamato Engine Specialists ranks #52,233 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 12 violations across 3 inspections.

Lower half by penalty67% serious
$5,580
OSHA penalties
12
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#52,233
of 99,447 penalized employers

Yamato Engine Specialists in Bellingham, WA 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: $5,580. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Yamato Engine Specialists 3 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 12 violations, averaging 4.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #52,233 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 8 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, Russell Oil Company, Inc. in Lapine, AL is another retail trade employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

4.0
violations per inspection
66.7%
of violations were serious
#52,233
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 32/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 12 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (4.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Yamato Engine Specialists compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Retail Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Yamato Engine Specialists 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

$5,580 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 Yamato Engine Specialists.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.005.310.515.821OSHA inspectionsViolations citedOFFICE DEPOT INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5KB ENTERPRISES, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6ROSSITUNES INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5TARGET CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1SEAFOOD CITY SUPERMA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9HEINEN'S INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3FAMILY DOLLAR STORES…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6STOCK BUILDING SUPPL…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4GROCERY GEEKS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3HANCOCK LUMBER COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2MILITARY DELI & BAKE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2GOODWILL INDUSTRIES …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2BIG 5 SPORTING GOODS…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6HUMANE SOCIETY OF SO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5BASS PRO SHOPS OUTDO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1ABACUS BUSINESS CAPI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0RITE RUG CO., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6YELLOW TAG THRIFT ST…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12CHAMBERS LEASING, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9MIDWEST SPORTING GOODS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 20Yamato Engine Specia…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12
Yamato Engine Specialists has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 12 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.

Yamato Engine Specialists in the Retail Trade enforcement ledger

Among 3,175 Retail Trade employers with OSHA penalties on file, Yamato Engine Specialists ranks #1,323 at $5,580 current penalty.

How Yamato Engine Specialists Compares

Yamato Engine Specialists's 4.00 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

2012-04-26

Last Inspection

2012-12-20

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

4.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,860

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,571

What this shows 3 inspections over 1 year, averaging 4.0 violations per visit. That's $1,860 per inspection vs. the Retail Trade average of $3,571.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

8

Serious

66.7% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

33.3% 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

$11,880

Current Penalty Amount

$5,580

Penalty Reduction

53.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $6,300 from the initial assessment of $11,880. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Retail Trade

How Yamato Engine Specialists compares to the Retail Trade sector, which has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Yamato Engine Specialists Industry Avg
Inspections 3 0.8
Violations 12 1.7
Total Penalty $5,580 $2,898
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,860 $3,571
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Nationwide Retail Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Yamato Engine Specialists, both outside WA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($5,580 here).

Appliance Parts Center $5,580 GU Superior Power Equipment $5,596 NH New Dimensions, INC. $5,600 NY Sarton Puerto Rico LLC $5,600 PR

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Office Depot INC 3 insp. Honolulu, HI KB Enterprises, INC. 3 insp. Hinesburg, VT Rossitunes INC 3 insp. Junction City, OR Target Corporation 3 insp. Lake City, FL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Retail Trade

Showing 5 of 12944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Appliance Parts Center
Tamuning, GU
2 inspections $5,580
AAA Sales & Engineering
Angola, IN
0 inspections $0
Russell Oil Company, Inc.
Lapine, AL
0 inspections $0
Norman's INC
Beaumont, TX
0 inspections $0
AP Petroleum Inc. dba Lucky Mart
Macon, GA
0 inspections $0

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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 Yamato Engine Specialists safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Yamato Engine Specialists's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 12 violations across 3 inspections, including 8 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 Yamato Engine Specialists have? ▼
Yamato Engine Specialists has 12 OSHA violations on record, including 8 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $5,580.
How many OSHA inspections has Yamato Engine Specialists had? ▼
Yamato Engine Specialists has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-04-26 and the most recent on 2012-12-20. This averages 4.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Yamato Engine Specialists? ▼
Yamato Engine Specialists has been assessed $5,580 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $11,880 (a 53.0% reduction).
Does Yamato Engine Specialists have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Yamato Engine Specialists has 8 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 Yamato Engine Specialists operate in? ▼
Yamato Engine Specialists operates in the Retail Trade sector (NAICS code 441310). This industry has 12,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 10,505 total OSHA inspections and $37.51M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Yamato Engine Specialists rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Yamato Engine Specialists ranks #52,233 (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 Yamato Engine Specialists's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Yamato Engine Specialists's total OSHA penalty of $5,580 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, Russell Oil Company, Inc. in Lapine, AL is a similar retail trade employer with $0 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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