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Accu Reference Medical Lab

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Accu Reference Medical Lab ranks #8,076 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 12 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 10% by penalty100% serious
$36,320
OSHA penalties
12
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#8,076
of 99,447 penalized employers

Accu Reference Medical Lab in Linden, NJ has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 12 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $36,320. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 141 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Accu Reference Medical Lab 2 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 12 violations, averaging 6.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #8,076 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 10% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 12 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs well above peers (3.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $94,499 in back wages owed to 140 affected workers. For comparison, Xclusiv Services, LLC in Whittier, CA is another healthcare & social assistance employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

6.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#8,076
of 99,447 penalized employers
$94,499
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

F 14/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 12 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (6.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • F Wage & hour compliance: $94K in back wages owed across 2 WHD cases ($47K per case), vs. national p10 $2K (best) / p90 $58K (worst) among 91,622 employers with a WHD case on file.
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How Accu Reference Medical Lab compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Healthcare & Social Assistance per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Accu Reference Medical Lab runs far above peers (30.8x 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

$36,320 Bottom 8% least affordable more affordable than 8% 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%). Below this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). This entry sits in this band. $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

Each bar is a $5K-wide band; taller bars hold more U.S. employers with a penalty. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Healthcare & Social Assistance employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Accu Reference Medical Lab.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.43.56.59.512.6OSHA inspectionsViolations citedRYAN HEALTH CENTER, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4MERCYONE WATERLOO ME…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3CLR CARTHAGE CENTER …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9SPRING CREEK ASSISTE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6PROVIDENCE REHABILIT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3HOPE NETWORK WEST MI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6PALM GARDEN OF AVENT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5UHS OF LAKESIDE, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4SENTARA HEALTHCARE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1MENTAL HEALTH CARE, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4HFHS-ACADIA JOINT VE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3AMN HEALTHCARE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1HCA HEALTH SERVICES …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2SCHOOLCRAFT MEMORIAL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2VERMONT COMMITTEE FO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6DAVIDKUTNERDMD A DEN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2GOLDEN LIVING CENTER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1CHILDRENS BUREAU OF …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1PARKRIDGE MEDICAL CE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1EMERITUS CORP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8Accu Reference Medic…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12
Accu Reference Medical Lab has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 12 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Healthcare & Social Assistance peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Accu Reference Medical Lab in the Healthcare & Social Assistance enforcement ledger

Among 2,466 Healthcare & Social Assistance employers with OSHA penalties on file, Accu Reference Medical Lab ranks #83 at $36,320 current penalty. WHD back-wage recoveries in this sector place Accu Reference Medical Lab at rank #898 of 13,687 employers ($94,499 owed).

Combined federal exposure here: $36,320 OSHA penalties plus $94,499 WHD back wages (72.2% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Accu Reference Medical Lab Compares

Accu Reference Medical Lab's 6.00 violations per inspection compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector average of 1.1 violations per employer.

Against the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs far above peers (30.8x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2014-09-15

Last Inspection

2016-06-02

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

6.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$18,160

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,757

What this shows 2 inspections over 2 years, averaging 6.0 violations per visit. That's $18,160 per inspection vs. the Healthcare & Social Assistance average of $1,757.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

12

Serious

100.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

0

Other-Than-Serious

0.0% 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

$47,124

Current Penalty Amount

$36,320

Penalty Reduction

22.9%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$130,819

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $10,804 from the initial assessment of $47,124. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$94,499
Employees Affected
140
WHD Violations
141
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$675
Avg Back Wages per CaseAbove average
$47,250

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Accu Reference Medical Lab owed $94,499 in back wages to 140 employees across 2 cases and 141 violations. WHD enforces federal labor laws including the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), covering minimum wage, overtime pay, and child labor standards.

Industry Safety Context: Healthcare & Social Assistance

How Accu Reference Medical Lab compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector, which has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Accu Reference Medical Lab Industry Avg
Inspections 2 0.7
Violations 12 1.1
Total Penalty $36,320 $1,181
Avg Penalty per Inspection $18,160 $1,757
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Nationwide Healthcare & Social Assistance peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Accu Reference Medical Lab, both outside NJ so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($36,320 here).

The Salvation Army $36,491 NE The Devereux Foundation $36,590 PA Troy Ambulance Service, INC. $36,042 NY Twin Towers $36,678 OH

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

Ryan Health Center, INC. 2 insp. Johnston, RI Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center 2 insp. Waterloo, IA CLR Carthage Center LLC 2 insp. Carthage, NY Spring Creek Assisted Living 2 insp. Green Springs, OH

Nearby & Similar Employers in Healthcare & Social Assistance

Showing 5 of 17944 other employers tracked in this sector.

Loyal Source
Homestead, FL
0 inspections $0
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North Haven, CT
0 inspections $0
Becker II Home
San Jose, CA
0 inspections $0
A Solid Foundation
Dallas, TX
0 inspections $0
Xclusiv Services, LLC
Whittier, CA
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Accu Reference Medical Lab's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Accu Reference Medical Lab against Loyal Source, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Accu Reference Medical Lab's inspection and penalty record is typical for Healthcare & Social Assistance or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector
  • Accu Reference Medical Lab also carries $94,499 in Wage and Hour Division back-wages, a separate enforcement track from OSHA safety violations. How wage-theft enforcement works

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 Accu Reference Medical Lab safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Accu Reference Medical Lab's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 12 violations across 2 inspections, including 12 serious violations. Compared to Healthcare & Social Assistance industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Accu Reference Medical Lab have? ▼
Accu Reference Medical Lab has 12 OSHA violations on record, including 12 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $36,320.
How many OSHA inspections has Accu Reference Medical Lab had? ▼
Accu Reference Medical Lab has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-09-15 and the most recent on 2016-06-02. This averages 6.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Accu Reference Medical Lab? ▼
Accu Reference Medical Lab has been assessed $36,320 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $47,124 (a 22.9% reduction). Additionally, $94,499 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Accu Reference Medical Lab have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Accu Reference Medical Lab has 12 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.
Has Accu Reference Medical Lab been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Accu Reference Medical Lab, resulting in $94,499 in back wages owed to 140 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Accu Reference Medical Lab operate in? ▼
Accu Reference Medical Lab operates in the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector (NAICS code 621511). This industry has 17,945 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 12,060 total OSHA inspections and $21.19M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Accu Reference Medical Lab owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Accu Reference Medical Lab owes you wages, you can file a complaint with the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division at dol.gov/agencies/whd/contact/complaints or by calling 1-866-487-9243. WHD investigates violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act including unpaid minimum wage, overtime, and unauthorized deductions. The DOL has previously found $94,499 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
Where does Accu Reference Medical Lab rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Accu Reference Medical Lab ranks #8,076 (the top 10% 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 Accu Reference Medical Lab's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Accu Reference Medical Lab's total OSHA penalty of $36,320 is above the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,181 per employer (30.8x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.7 per employer. For a direct comparison, Xclusiv Services, LLC in Whittier, CA is a similar healthcare & social assistance 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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