Elkton, VA
OSHA inspections and DOL WHD cases sourced from the most recent federal release. Each employer record links to the full inspection or case history.
As of 2024, Elkton, VA has 5 employers tracked by OSHA with 17 total inspections and $39K in penalties assessed.
What the Data Says About Elkton
Workplace safety enforcement records in Elkton, VA span 5 employers and 17 OSHA inspections, producing an average of 3.4 inspections per employer. Across those inspections, federal inspectors documented 39 violations — a rate of 2.29 violations per inspection. Cumulative penalties assessed against local employers reach $39K, averaging $8K per tracked employer.
Penalty activity in this city is concentrated: MERCK, SHARPE & DOHME LLC alone accounts for $32K in current OSHA penalties, representing 81.4% of the citywide total. The 39 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 Elkton typically represent workplaces where either workers filed reports or inspectors targeted known industry risks.
For job seekers, workers, and journalists, these 5 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 Elkton
| # | Employer | Inspections | Violations | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | MERCK, SHARPE & DOHME LLC Manufacturing | 2 | 2 | $32K |
| 2 | VIRGINIA INDUSTRIAL PLASTICS, INC. Manufacturing | 3 | 30 | $7K |
| 3 | MERCK & COMPANY, INC. Manufacturing | 5 | 0 | $0 |
| 4 | CONSTRUCTION SERVICES INC. Administrative & Waste Services | 4 | 0 | $0 |
| 5 | TOWN OF ELKTON, DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS Public Administration | 3 | 7 | $0 |
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All Employers in Elkton, VA
| Employer | Industry | Inspections | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|
| MERCK, SHARPE & DOHME LLC | Manufacturing | 2 | $32K |
| VIRGINIA INDUSTRIAL PLASTICS, INC. | Manufacturing | 3 | $7K |
| MERCK & COMPANY, INC. | Manufacturing | 5 | $0 |
| CONSTRUCTION SERVICES INC. | Administrative & Waste Services | 4 | $0 |
| TOWN OF ELKTON, DEPT. OF PUBLIC WORKS | Public Administration | 3 | $0 |
Source: OSHA Enforcement Data — U.S. Department of Labor (data.dol.gov)
Source: Wage & Hour Division (WHD) Compliance Actions — U.S. Department of Labor
Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
