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Administrative & Waste Services · Kansas City, MO

Material Recovery & Transfer LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Material Recovery & Transfer LLC ranks #36,664 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 12 violations across 2 inspections.

Upper half by penalty83% serious
$9,480
OSHA penalties
12
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#36,664
of 99,447 penalized employers

Material Recovery & Transfer LLC in Kansas City, MO 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: $9,480. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Material Recovery & Transfer LLC 2 times over 4 years, roughly once every couple of years. 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 #36,664 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 10 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.7x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Labor on Site in Lawrence, MA is another administrative & waste services employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

6.0
violations per inspection
83.3%
of violations were serious
#36,664
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 3/100
  • 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.

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How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Administrative & Waste Services per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Material Recovery & Transfer LLC runs well above peers (2.5x 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

$9,480 Bottom 37% least affordable more affordable than 37% 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 Administrative & Waste Services employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Material Recovery & Transfer LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.006.813.620.427.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedCALIFORNIA WASTE REC…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7TACTICAL CLEANING CO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 26A CUT ABOVE TREE SER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9PARALLEL EMPLOYMENT …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5INFINITY ENTERPRISES, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2CHARTWELL STAFFING S…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2AWNCLEAN USA, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4E & D ENTERPRISES, I…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11DISASTER RESTORATION…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6E RECYCLING OF CALIF…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3QUALITY EMPLOYMENT S…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4TYLER STAFFING SERVI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6G & F SEPTIC INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4FIRSTAR FIBER, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1INDEPENDENT RECYCLIN…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 11DIXIE TREE SERVICE, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3PARKWOOD LANDSCAPE M…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6AAA SEPTIC LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5ARBOR CARE TREE EXPE…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6SERVICE TEAM OF PROF…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 10Material Recovery & …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12
Material Recovery & Transfer LLC has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 12 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Administrative & Waste 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.

Material Recovery & Transfer LLC in the Administrative & Waste Services enforcement ledger

Administrative & Waste Services sector: Material Recovery & Transfer LLC is the #1,215 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 3,556 employers with nonzero fines ($9,480).

How Material Recovery & Transfer LLC Compares

Material Recovery & Transfer LLC's 6.00 violations per inspection compares to the Administrative & Waste Services sector average of 2.7 violations per employer.

Against the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of $3,740 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well above peers (2.5x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2011-05-18

Last Inspection

2015-02-27

Inspection Span

4 yrs

Violations / Inspection

6.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$4,740

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,188

What this shows 2 inspections over 4 years, averaging 6.0 violations per visit. That's $4,740 per inspection vs. the Administrative & Waste Services average of $3,188.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

10

Serious

83.3% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

16.7% 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

$25,800

Current Penalty Amount

$9,480

Penalty Reduction

63.3%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $16,320 from the initial assessment of $25,800. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Administrative & Waste Services

How Material Recovery & Transfer LLC compares to the Administrative & Waste Services sector, which has 12,823 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Material Recovery & Transfer LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 2 1.2
Violations 12 2.7
Total Penalty $9,480 $3,740
Avg Penalty per Inspection $4,740 $3,188
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Nationwide Administrative & Waste Services peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Material Recovery & Transfer LLC, both outside MO so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($9,480 here).

Wheelabrator Millbury INC. $9,472 MA Gage Personnel Services $9,472 PA Rice Tree Service $9,465 VT Monterey Regional Waste Management District $9,500 CA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

California Waste Recovery Systems, LLC 2 insp. Galt, CA Tactical Cleaning Company 2 insp. Commerce City, CO A Cut Above Tree Service, LLC 2 insp. Canton, OH Parallel Employment Group of Wisconsin, INC. 2 insp. Pleasant Prairie, WI

Nearby & Similar Employers in Administrative & Waste Services

Showing 5 of 12822 other employers tracked in this sector.

Rams RPG INC
Tampa, FL
0 inspections $0
Rugby Commercial Cleaning
Bradford, PA
0 inspections $0
Labor on Site
Lawrence, MA
0 inspections $0
Wheelabrator Millbury INC.
Millbury, MA
4 inspections $9,472
Gage Personnel Services
Wyomissing, PA
2 inspections $9,472

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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 Material Recovery & Transfer LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Material Recovery & Transfer LLC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 12 violations across 2 inspections, including 10 serious violations. Compared to Administrative & Waste Services industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Material Recovery & Transfer LLC have? ▼
Material Recovery & Transfer LLC has 12 OSHA violations on record, including 10 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $9,480.
How many OSHA inspections has Material Recovery & Transfer LLC had? ▼
Material Recovery & Transfer LLC has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-05-18 and the most recent on 2015-02-27. This averages 6.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Material Recovery & Transfer LLC? ▼
Material Recovery & Transfer LLC has been assessed $9,480 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $25,800 (a 63.3% reduction).
Does Material Recovery & Transfer LLC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Material Recovery & Transfer LLC has 10 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 Material Recovery & Transfer LLC operate in? ▼
Material Recovery & Transfer LLC operates in the Administrative & Waste Services sector (NAICS code 562920). This industry has 12,823 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 15,043 total OSHA inspections and $47.95M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Material Recovery & Transfer LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Material Recovery & Transfer LLC ranks #36,664 (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 Material Recovery & Transfer LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Material Recovery & Transfer LLC's total OSHA penalty of $9,480 is above the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of $3,740 per employer (2.5x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Labor on Site in Lawrence, MA is a similar administrative & waste 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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