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Kearny DPW - Pump Stations

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Kearny DPW - Pump Stations ranks #8,055 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 10 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 10% by penalty70% serious
$36,400
OSHA penalties
10
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#8,055
of 99,447 penalized employers

Kearny DPW - Pump Stations in Kearny, NJ has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 10 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $36,400. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Kearny DPW - Pump Stations 2 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 10 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #8,055 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 10% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 7 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Public Administration industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately below peers (0.6x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, The Geo Group, INC. in Meridian, MS is another public administration employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $36,700 in current penalties.

5.0
violations per inspection
70.0%
of violations were serious
#8,055
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 17/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 10 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (5.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Kearny DPW - Pump Stations compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Public Administration per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Kearny DPW - Pump Stations runs far above peers (14.0x 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

$36,400 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

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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 Public Administration employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Kearny DPW - Pump Stations.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.003.97.911.815.8OSHA inspectionsViolations citedCITY OF CHARLES CITY…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4CITY OF VICCO, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1CITY OF FIFE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 15CITY OF MARYSVILLE P…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12CITY OF POULSBO, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7DOT HARBOR DIV BASEY…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4ENFIELD FIRE DEPARTM…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14PUTNEY WASTEWATER TR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7SCOTTVILLE FIRE DEPT, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14CITY OF BRISTOL FIRE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3VALOIS LOGAN HECTOR …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1MI DOC CARSON CITY C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0ALAMEDA COUNTY WATER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0NASSAU COUNTY PROBAT…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0DEPARTMENT OF DEFENS…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3OAT, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2U.S. CUSTOMS AND BOR…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9CA CORRECTIONAL HEAL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 0NYCBPO MANHATTAN, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4MANHASSET-LAKEVILLE FD, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2Kearny DPW - Pump St…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10
Kearny DPW - Pump Stations has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 10 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Public Administration peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Kearny DPW - Pump Stations in the Public Administration enforcement ledger

Among 1,870 Public Administration employers with OSHA penalties on file, Kearny DPW - Pump Stations ranks #177 at $36,400 current penalty.

How Kearny DPW - Pump Stations Compares

Kearny DPW - Pump Stations's 5.00 violations per inspection compares to the Public Administration sector average of 6.4 violations per employer.

Against the Public Administration industry average of $2,606 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs far above peers (14.0x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2014-12-10

Last Inspection

2015-03-27

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

5.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$18,200

Industry Avg / Inspection

$827

What this shows 2 inspections over 1 year, averaging 5.0 violations per visit. That's $18,200 per inspection vs. the Public Administration average of $827.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

7

Serious

70.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

3

Other-Than-Serious

30.0% 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

$36,400

Current Penalty Amount

$36,400

Penalty Reduction

None

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

Industry Safety Context: Public Administration

How Kearny DPW - Pump Stations compares to the Public Administration sector, which has 9,693 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Kearny DPW - Pump Stations Industry Avg
Inspections 2 3.2
Violations 10 6.4
Total Penalty $36,400 $2,606
Avg Penalty per Inspection $18,200 $827
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Nationwide Public Administration peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Kearny DPW - Pump Stations, both outside NJ so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($36,400 here).

CA Transportation $36,600 CA The Geo Group, INC. $36,700 MS City of San Diego $36,910 CA CA Motor Vehicles $35,835 CA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

City of Charles City, Iowa 2 insp. Charles City, IA City of Vicco 2 insp. Vicco, KY City of Fife 2 insp. Fife, WA City of Marysville Park Dept 2 insp. Marysville, WA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Public Administration

Showing 5 of 9692 other employers tracked in this sector.

CA Transportation
Olivehurst, CA
2 inspections $36,600
Pleasantville Fire Department
Pleasantville, NJ
10 inspections $36,100
The Geo Group, INC.
Meridian, MS
3 inspections $36,700
Worldwide Staffing Exchange, LLC
Atlanta, GA
0 inspections $0
Piscataquis County Jail
Dover Foxcroft, ME
1 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Kearny DPW - Pump Stations's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

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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 Kearny DPW - Pump Stations safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Kearny DPW - Pump Stations's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 10 violations across 2 inspections, including 7 serious violations. Compared to Public Administration industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Kearny DPW - Pump Stations have? ▼
Kearny DPW - Pump Stations has 10 OSHA violations on record, including 7 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $36,400.
How many OSHA inspections has Kearny DPW - Pump Stations had? ▼
Kearny DPW - Pump Stations has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-12-10 and the most recent on 2015-03-27. This averages 5.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Kearny DPW - Pump Stations? ▼
Kearny DPW - Pump Stations has been assessed $36,400 in current OSHA penalties.
Does Kearny DPW - Pump Stations have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Kearny DPW - Pump Stations has 7 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.
What industry does Kearny DPW - Pump Stations operate in? ▼
Kearny DPW - Pump Stations operates in the Public Administration sector (NAICS code 924110). This industry has 9,693 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 30,559 total OSHA inspections and $25.26M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Kearny DPW - Pump Stations rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Kearny DPW - Pump Stations ranks #8,055 (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 Kearny DPW - Pump Stations's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Kearny DPW - Pump Stations's total OSHA penalty of $36,400 is above the Public Administration industry average of $2,606 per employer (14.0x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 3.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, The Geo Group, INC. in Meridian, MS is a similar public administration employer with $36,700 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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