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Mark's Equipment Service, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Mark's Equipment Service, INC. ranks #49,856 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 8 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty88% serious
$6,015
OSHA penalties
8
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#49,856
of 99,447 penalized employers

Mark's Equipment Service, INC. in Frederick, MD has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 8 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $6,015. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Mark's Equipment Service, INC. 2 times over 3 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 8 violations, averaging 4.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #49,856 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 7 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Other Services industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.6x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Benicia Cleaners in Benicia, CA is another other services employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

4.0
violations per inspection
87.5%
of violations were serious
#49,856
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 32/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 8 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (4.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How Mark's Equipment Service, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Other Services per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Mark's Equipment Service, INC. runs moderately above peers (2.0x 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

$6,015 Top 50% most affordable more affordable than 50% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Above this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Above this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Above this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Above this entry. $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 Other Services employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Mark's Equipment Service, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.01.15.810.515.219.9OSHA inspectionsViolations citedSANITARY LINEN SUPPL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18GREGORY POOLE EQUIPM…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12HAKUYOSHA INTERNATIO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4AMERIPRIDE SERVICES,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10ROUND2, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5JASON LEE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6SES CLEANZ NORFOLK, …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 18EXPERT BODY AND MECH…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5PARKLAWN MEMORIAL GA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2ROBERT DANIELS SALON…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3HOUSER ENTERPRISES INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4SERVPRO OF BOUNTIFUL, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4ADRI, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3PYRAMID ELECTRICAL C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2RAFAEL LOPEZ DBA RAF…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3AUTUMNS AUTO LUBE LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10GB AUTO SERVICE, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2MARIO'S BODY SHOP, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3NATIONAL CEMETERY AD…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11CARROLL COUNTY - CIV…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 19Mark's Equipment Ser…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8
Mark's Equipment Service, INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 8 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Other Services peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Mark's Equipment Service, INC. in the Other Services enforcement ledger

Other Services sector: Mark's Equipment Service, INC. is the #774 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 2,361 employers with nonzero fines ($6,015).

How Mark's Equipment Service, INC. Compares

Mark's Equipment Service, INC.'s 4.00 violations per inspection compares to the Other Services sector average of 3.8 violations per employer.

Against the Other Services industry average of $3,070 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately above peers (2.0x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2018-08-06

Last Inspection

2021-08-26

Inspection Span

3 yrs

Violations / Inspection

4.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$3,008

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,499

What this shows 2 inspections over 3 years, averaging 4.0 violations per visit. That's $3,008 per inspection vs. the Other Services average of $2,499.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

7

Serious

87.5% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

12.5% 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

$10,300

Current Penalty Amount

$6,015

Penalty Reduction

41.6%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $4,285 from the initial assessment of $10,300. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Other Services

How Mark's Equipment Service, INC. compares to the Other Services sector, which has 6,486 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Mark's Equipment Service, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 1.2
Violations 8 3.8
Total Penalty $6,015 $3,070
Avg Penalty per Inspection $3,008 $2,499
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Nationwide Other Services peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Mark's Equipment Service, INC., both outside MD so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($6,015 here).

Midwest Lube Centers LLC $6,000 IL B & M Industrial $6,000 TX PSC Custom LP $6,000 CO Mirak Chevrolet, INC. $6,000 MA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Sanitary Linen Supply INC 2 insp. Neptune, NJ Gregory Poole Equipment Company, INC. 2 insp. Raleigh, NC Hakuyosha International INC 2 insp. Honolulu, HI Ameripride Services, INC. 2 insp. Springfield, MO

Nearby & Similar Employers in Other Services

Showing 5 of 6485 other employers tracked in this sector.

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0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0
Kwik Kar Auto Center & B2B Collision Center
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0 inspections $0
Benicia Cleaners
Benicia, CA
0 inspections $0
Midwest Lube Centers LLC
Naperville, IL
2 inspections $6,000

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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 Mark's Equipment Service, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Mark's Equipment Service, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 8 violations across 2 inspections, including 7 serious violations. Compared to Other Services industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Mark's Equipment Service, INC. have? ▼
Mark's Equipment Service, INC. has 8 OSHA violations on record, including 7 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $6,015.
How many OSHA inspections has Mark's Equipment Service, INC. had? ▼
Mark's Equipment Service, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2018-08-06 and the most recent on 2021-08-26. This averages 4.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Mark's Equipment Service, INC.? ▼
Mark's Equipment Service, INC. has been assessed $6,015 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $10,300 (a 41.6% reduction).
Does Mark's Equipment Service, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Mark's Equipment Service, INC. 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 Mark's Equipment Service, INC. operate in? ▼
Mark's Equipment Service, INC. operates in the Other Services sector (NAICS code 811111). This industry has 6,486 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 7,967 total OSHA inspections and $19.91M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Mark's Equipment Service, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Mark's Equipment Service, INC. ranks #49,856 (the upper half 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 Mark's Equipment Service, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Mark's Equipment Service, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $6,015 is above the Other Services industry average of $3,070 per employer (2.0x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Benicia Cleaners in Benicia, CA is a similar other services 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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