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Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority has a relatively clean safety record: 2 violations across 4 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Upper half by penalty100% serious
$9,800
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
4
OSHA inspections
$2,082
Back wages owed

Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority in Lawrence Township, NJ has been the subject of 4 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $9,800. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $2,082 in back wages owed to 21 affected workers. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority 4 times over 5 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 0.5 per inspection, on the lighter side. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the upper half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 2 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Utilities industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $2,082 in back wages owed to 21 affected workers. For comparison, A-Phix Maintenance Solutions in ST Thomas, VI is another utilities employer with 6 OSHA inspections on record and $11,870 in current penalties.

0.5
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
64%
of penalized employers rank lower
$2,082
in back wages recovered

How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Utilities per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority runs moderately above peers (1.8x 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

$9,800 Bottom 36% least affordable more affordable than 36% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). Below this entry. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). This entry sits in this band. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,052 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Above this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,483 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,120 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 792 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Above this entry. $50,000–$55,000: 5,101 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

What the Data Says About Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority

The federal enforcement record for Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority in Lawrence Township, NJ includes 4 OSHA inspections and 2 violations, translating to 0.50 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 2 (100.0%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $9,800 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $9,800 - no reduction from the original assessment. Average penalty per inspection works out to $2,450. Against the Utilities industry average of $5,434 per employer, this record runs moderately above peers (1.8x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $2,082 in back wages owed to 21 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2015-07-08 to 2020-12-11, a window of roughly 5 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

4

First Inspection

2015-07-08

Last Inspection

2020-12-11

Inspection Span

5 yrs

Violations / Inspection

0.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,450

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,100

What this shows 4 inspections over 5 years, averaging 0.5 violations per visit. That's $2,450 per inspection vs. the Utilities average of $2,100.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

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

$9,800

Current Penalty Amount

$9,800

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$11,882

What this shows No reduction on record. The current penalty matches the original OSHA assessment.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$2,082
Employees Affected
21
WHD Violations
21
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$99
Avg Back Wages per Case
$2,082

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority owed $2,082 in back wages to 21 employees across 1 case and 21 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: Utilities

How Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority compares to the Utilities sector, which has 3,034 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority Industry Avg
Inspections 4 2.6
Violations 2 6.1
Total Penalty $9,800 $5,434
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,450 $2,100
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority's workplace safety record is relatively clean, with fewer violations than typical. The employer has 2 violations across 4 inspections, including 2 serious violations. Compared to Utilities industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority have? ▼
Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $9,800.
How many OSHA inspections has Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority had? ▼
Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority has had 4 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2015-07-08 and the most recent on 2020-12-11. This averages 0.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority? ▼
Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority has been assessed $9,800 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $2,082 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority has 2 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 Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority, resulting in $2,082 in back wages owed to 21 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority operate in? ▼
Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority operates in the Utilities sector (NAICS code 221320). This industry has 3,034 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 7,850 total OSHA inspections and $16.49M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority 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 $2,082 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Ewing-Lawrence Sewage Authority's total OSHA penalty of $9,800 is above the Utilities industry average of $5,434 per employer (1.8x the average). The employer has 4 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, A-Phix Maintenance Solutions in ST Thomas, VI is a similar utilities employer with $11,870 in current penalties.

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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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