Tier 4 Systematic

TORTILLAS, INC.

📍 2912 NORTH COMMERCE STREET, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV 89030🏭 Tortilla Manufacturing (NAICS 311830)📅 2020-01-10
$42,651.40
Total Penalties
25
Citations
30/100
Risk Score
406
Analysis Words
Enforcement Analysis

According to U.S. Department of Labor enforcement records, TORTILLAS, INC. — a tortilla manufacturing facility located at 2912 NORTH COMMERCE STREET, NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV 89030 — was the subject of a formal OSHA inspection that resulted in 25 citation(s) and cumulative proposed penalties of $42,651.40. The inspection case was opened on 2020-01-10.

The volume of citations issued during this inspection suggests systematic compliance deficiencies rather than isolated incidents. Facilities with 10 or more citations typically face comprehensive abatement requirements and may be subject to follow-up inspections.

BLS Injury Data: According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2022), this industry sector has an occupational injury rate of 3.3 per 100 full-time workers — 22% above the national average of 2.7. The sector fatality rate is 2.3 per 100,000 workers.

Industry Benchmark: The total penalty of $42,651.40 is more than 5.0× the national average of $8,527.19 for facilities in the Manufacturing sector (NAICS 311830). This sector encompasses 24,420 inspected facilities nationwide with aggregate penalties totaling $208.2M.

State Context: Within NV, this facility's penalty places it at the 100th percentile among 27,382 inspected facilities. The statewide average penalty is $1,830.01.

Citation Analysis: The inspection produced 25 citations spanning 9 distinct OSHA regulatory standards. The citation breakdown includes: 8 serious — A workplace hazard that could cause death or serious physical harm exists, and the employer knew or should have known about the condition. 7 other-than-serious — The violation has a direct relationship to job safety and health but is unlikely to cause death or serious physical harm.

Enforcement Timeline: Citations were issued beginning May 20, 2020 with the latest abatement deadline set for June 5, 2020. Of the 25 total citations, 0 (0%) have been marked as abated in DOL records, which may indicate ongoing compliance gaps requiring further regulatory attention.

Penalty Assessment: The cumulative penalty of $42,651.40 reflects OSHA's gravity-based penalty calculation methodology, which considers the severity of potential injury, the probability of occurrence, the employer's size, good faith, and violation history. The per-citation average of $1,706.06 falls within the standard penalty range.

The enforcement profile for Tortillas, Inc. reveals a systemic breakdown of fundamental safety programs, characterized by a

Citation Matrix — 25 Citations
29 CFR 1910.28(b)(02)
Duty to Have Fall Protection
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 5Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.29(b)(01)
Serious
Penalty: $8,592.80Gravity: 10Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(01)
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Serious
Penalty: $5,216.80Gravity: 5Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(04)
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 5Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(07)
Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)
Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: nanIssued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.178(a)(04)
Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)
Serious
Penalty: $5,216.80Gravity: 5Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.212(a)(01)
Machine Guarding — General Requirements
Serious
Penalty: $5,216.80Gravity: 5Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.219(f)(03)
Mechanical Power Transmission
Serious
Penalty: $4,173.60Gravity: 5Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(02)
Electrical — Wiring Methods & Components
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: nanIssued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.159(c)(10)
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 1Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.178(l)(06)
Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts)
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 1Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.305(b)(01)
Electrical — Wiring Methods & Components
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 1Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.305(g)(01)
Electrical — Wiring Methods & Components
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 1Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
29 CFR 1910.1200(f)(06)
Hazard Communication Standard (Chemical Safety)
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $497.60Gravity: 5Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
OSHA Std. NEVADA ADMINISTRATIVE CODE 618.54
Other-than-Serious
Penalty: $0.00Gravity: 1Issued: May 20, 2020Abated: Pending
This report is compiled from publicly available U.S. Department of Labor enforcement data under the Freedom of Information Act. SVEP Navigator is an independent research and analysis platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to OSHA, the Department of Labor, or any federal agency. Information is provided for research, educational, and compliance planning purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Penalty amounts shown are proposed penalties and may have been modified through contest proceedings or settlement.
Local Competitor Benchmark

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Frequently Asked Questions
What OSHA violations was TORTILLAS, INC. cited for?

TORTILLAS, INC. received 25 citation(s) covering 9 distinct OSHA standards. Total proposed penalties were $42,651.40. The inspection opened on 2020-01-10.

How much was TORTILLAS, INC. fined by OSHA?

OSHA proposed penalties of $42,651.40 against TORTILLAS, INC. in NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV. Average per citation: $1,706.06.

Is TORTILLAS, INC. a safe workplace?

Based on enforcement records, TORTILLAS, INC. has a risk score of 30 out of 100. The volume of citations issued during this inspection suggests systematic compliance deficiencies rather than isolated incidents. Facilities with 10 or more citations typically face comprehensive abatement requirements and may be subject to follow-up inspections.

How does this penalty compare to the industry average?

The average penalty for Tortilla Manufacturing facilities is $8,527.19. This facility penalty of $42,651.40 is above the industry average.