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Wholesale Trade · South Milwaukee, WI

A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. ranks #13,373 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 17 violations across 3 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty53% serious
$25,011
OSHA penalties
17
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#13,373
of 99,447 penalized employers

A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. in South Milwaukee, WI has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 17 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $25,011. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. 3 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 17 violations, averaging 5.7 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #13,373 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 9 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Eternal Food in Cincinnati, OH is another wholesale trade employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

5.7
violations per inspection
52.9%
of violations were serious
#13,373
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 8/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 17 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (5.7 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. runs well above peers (2.7x 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

$25,011 Bottom 13% least affordable more affordable than 13% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Wholesale Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.004.58.913.417.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedMIDWEST SCRAP MANAGE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8CENTRAL OHIO LOGISTI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9LIGHTOLIER, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9ELLIS METALS, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9ARKO VEAL COMPANY, I…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2ROSY BROS INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9US DEPARTMENT OF VET…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0K&W MATERIALS AND RE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 11ARTHUR SCHUMAN INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3QUALCO, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4BUILDING PLASTICS, I…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6HAWTHORNE RECYCLING …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4NIAGARA METALS LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3CONTRACTORS ACCESS E…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3FERRELLGAS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1RD UNITED, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7BURNS IRON & METAL CO., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14SHOOTING GALLERY RAN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13RIPPLE GLASS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6BROCKWAY-SMITH COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1A & J Environmental …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17
A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 17 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Wholesale 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.

A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. in the Wholesale Trade enforcement ledger

Wholesale Trade sector: A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. is the #571 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 4,429 employers with nonzero fines ($25,011).

How A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. Compares

A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC.'s 5.67 violations per inspection compares to the Wholesale Trade sector average of 5.5 violations per employer.

Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well above peers (2.7x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2019-11-05

Last Inspection

2021-04-14

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

5.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$8,337

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,665

What this shows 3 inspections over 1 year, averaging 5.7 violations per visit. That's $8,337 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,665.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

9

Serious

52.9% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

4

Repeat

23.5% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

23.5% 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

$48,125

Current Penalty Amount

$25,011

Penalty Reduction

48.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $23,114 from the initial assessment of $48,125. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Wholesale Trade

How A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.0
Violations 17 5.5
Total Penalty $25,011 $9,112
Avg Penalty per Inspection $8,337 $4,665
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Nationwide Wholesale Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC., both outside WI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($25,011 here).

Brock Auto Parts & Sales CO. $25,000 MO US Steel Great Lakes Works $25,000 MI Solve Industrial Motion Group $25,052 OH Pacific Dutch Group LLC $24,960 CA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Midwest Scrap Management 3 insp. Kansas City, MO Central Ohio Logistic Center, INC. 3 insp. Jeffersonville, OH Lightolier 3 insp. Fall River, MA Ellis Metals, INC. 3 insp. Brundidge, AL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Wholesale Trade

Showing 5 of 6880 other employers tracked in this sector.

Eternal Food
Cincinnati, OH
0 inspections $0
Brock Auto Parts & Sales CO.
Saint Louis, MO
2 inspections $25,000
US Steel Great Lakes Works
Ecorse, MI
11 inspections $25,000
Statewide Transport, Inc.
Jackson, MS
0 inspections $0
Textile Recycler
Houston, TX
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 A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 17 violations across 3 inspections, including 9 serious violations. Compared to Wholesale Trade industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. have? ▼
A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. has 17 OSHA violations on record, including 9 serious, 0 willful, and 4 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $25,011.
How many OSHA inspections has A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. had? ▼
A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2019-11-05 and the most recent on 2021-04-14. This averages 5.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC.? ▼
A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. has been assessed $25,011 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $48,125 (a 48.0% reduction).
Does A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. has 9 serious violations, and 4 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 A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. operate in? ▼
A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 423310). This industry has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 13,442 total OSHA inspections and $62.70M in cumulative penalties.
Where does A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC. ranks #13,373 (the top quarter 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 A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
A & J Environmental Pallet Recycling, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $25,011 is above the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer (2.7x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Eternal Food in Cincinnati, OH is a similar wholesale 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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