Elizabeth, NJ
OSHA inspections and DOL WHD cases sourced from the most recent federal release. Each employer record links to the full inspection or case history.
In the most recent federal enforcement data, Elizabeth, NJ has 105 employers tracked by OSHA with 190 total inspections and $1.1M in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Elizabeth
Workplace safety enforcement records in Elizabeth, NJ span 105 employers and 190 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 1.8 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 511 violations, a rate of 2.69 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $1.1M, averaging $11K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: Metro by T-Mobile alone accounts for $0 in current OSHA penalties, representing 0.0% of the citywide total. The 511 violations on record include every citation category OSHA tracks, serious, willful, repeat, and other-than-serious. Because OSHA prioritizes complaint-driven and high-hazard inspections, cities with active enforcement footprints like Elizabeth typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 105 employer records provide a verifiable compliance trail. Each record below links to that employer's full inspection history, violation breakdown, and penalty timeline. The underlying data comes directly from the U.S. Department of Labor's public enforcement database and reflects current assessed amounts following any settlements, informal conferences, or formal contests.
Top Employers in Elizabeth
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Metro by T-Mobile Information | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2 | Lukoil- Elizabeth Retail Trade | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 3 | Joint Meeting of Essex and Union Counties Utilities | 3 | 32 | $126K |
| 4 | Valenca Restaurant Accommodation & Food Services | 0 | 0 | $0 |
| 5 | Joint Meeting of Essex & Union Counties Utilities | 6 | 15 | $99K |
| 6 | City of Elizabeth Public Administration | 3 | 7 | $7K |
| 7 | Union County Division of Social Services - Elizabeth Office Public Administration | 6 | 17 | $82K |
| 8 | County of Union Board of Elections Public Administration | 2 | 9 | $63K |
| 9 | Union County Courthouse Public Administration | 2 | 8 | $56K |
| 10 | CoreCivic- Elizabeth Detention Center Public Administration | 0 | 0 | $0 |
Nearby Cities in NJ
All Employers in Elizabeth, NJ
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas a. Edison Acadamey | Educational Services | 2 | $0 |
| William F. Halloran Elementary School | Educational Services | 2 | $0 |
| Elizabeth Fire Department (FF Fatality) | Public Administration | 2 | $0 |
| NJ Turnpike Authority District 5 Maintenance | Other Services | 2 | $0 |
| Elizabeth Department of Public Works | Administrative & Waste Services | 2 | $0 |
Verify against the primary sources: OSHA Establishment Search · DOL Wage & Hour Division
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