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Hunterdon Developmental Center

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Hunterdon Developmental Center has a mixed safety record: 10 violations across 5 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Top 25% by penalty80% serious
$28,350
OSHA penalties
10
Violations cited
5
OSHA inspections
$39,592
Back wages owed

Hunterdon Developmental Center in Clinton, NJ has been the subject of 5 OSHA workplace inspections and 10 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $28,350. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $39,592 in back wages owed to 115 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 Hunterdon Developmental Center 5 times over 10 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 10 violations, averaging 2.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the top quarter of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 8 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 far above peers (7.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $39,592 in back wages owed to 115 affected workers. For comparison, Hmea, INC., in Franklin, MA is another healthcare & social assistance employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
80.0%
of violations were serious
89%
of penalized employers rank lower
$39,592
in back wages recovered

How Hunterdon Developmental Center compares on OSHA penalties

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

in penalties

What this shows Hunterdon Developmental Center runs far above peers (24.1x 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

$28,350 Bottom 11% least affordable more affordable than 11% 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%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,165 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,629 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,205 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Below this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,885 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Hunterdon Developmental Center

The federal enforcement record for Hunterdon Developmental Center in Clinton, NJ includes 5 OSHA inspections and 10 violations, translating to 2.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 8 (80.0%) 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 $28,350 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $28,350 - no reduction from the original assessment. Average penalty per inspection works out to $5,670. Against the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,177 per employer, this record runs far above peers (24.1x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 2 cases producing $39,592 in back wages owed to 115 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2011-01-04 to 2021-04-16, a window of roughly 10 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

5

First Inspection

2011-01-04

Last Inspection

2021-04-16

Inspection Span

10 yrs

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$5,670

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,756

What this shows 5 inspections over 10 years, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $5,670 per inspection vs. the Healthcare & Social Assistance average of $1,756.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

8

Serious

80.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

20.0% 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

$28,350

Current Penalty Amount

$28,350

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$67,942

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

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
2
Back Wages Owed
$39,592
Employees Affected
115
WHD Violations
116
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$344
Avg Back Wages per Case
$19,796

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Hunterdon Developmental Center owed $39,592 in back wages to 115 employees across 2 cases and 116 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 Hunterdon Developmental Center compares to the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector, which has 18,008 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Hunterdon Developmental Center Industry Avg
Inspections 5 0.7
Violations 10 1.1
Total Penalty $28,350 $1,177
Avg Penalty per Inspection $5,670 $1,756
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hunterdon Developmental Center safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Hunterdon Developmental Center's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 10 violations across 5 inspections, including 8 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 Hunterdon Developmental Center have? ▼
Hunterdon Developmental Center has 10 OSHA violations on record, including 8 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $28,350.
How many OSHA inspections has Hunterdon Developmental Center had? ▼
Hunterdon Developmental Center has had 5 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-01-04 and the most recent on 2021-04-16. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Hunterdon Developmental Center? ▼
Hunterdon Developmental Center has been assessed $28,350 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $39,592 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Hunterdon Developmental Center have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Hunterdon Developmental Center has 8 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 Hunterdon Developmental Center been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Hunterdon Developmental Center, resulting in $39,592 in back wages owed to 115 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Hunterdon Developmental Center operate in? ▼
Hunterdon Developmental Center operates in the Healthcare & Social Assistance sector (NAICS code 623210). This industry has 18,008 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 12,069 total OSHA inspections and $21.20M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Hunterdon Developmental Center owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Hunterdon Developmental Center 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 $39,592 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.
How does Hunterdon Developmental Center's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Hunterdon Developmental Center's total OSHA penalty of $28,350 is above the Healthcare & Social Assistance industry average of $1,177 per employer (24.1x the average). The employer has 5 inspections compared to the industry average of 0.7 per employer. For a direct comparison, Hmea, INC., in Franklin, MA is a similar healthcare & social assistance employer with $0 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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