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Medical University of South Carolina

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Medical University of South Carolina has a concerning safety record: 7 violations across 2 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$2,430
OSHA penalties
7
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
$0
Back wages owed

Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 7 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $2,430. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of 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 Medical University of South Carolina 2 times over 2 years, roughly annually. These inspections resulted in 7 violations, averaging 3.5 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 7 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Educational Services industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately below peers (0.8x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. For comparison, University of San Diego in San Diego, CA is another educational services employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $2,435 in current penalties.

3.5
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
27%
of penalized employers rank lower
$0
in back wages recovered

How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Educational Services per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Medical University of South Carolina sits roughly in line with peers (0.8x 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

$2,430 Top 27% most affordable more affordable than 73% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 44,435 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,628 U.S. employers with a penalty (21%). Above this entry. $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 Medical University of South Carolina

The federal enforcement record for Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC includes 2 OSHA inspections and 7 violations, translating to 3.50 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 7 (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 $4,855 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $2,430 - a 49.9% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $1,215. Against the Educational Services industry average of $3,013 per employer, this record sits roughly in line with peers (0.8x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2012-04-11 to 2014-03-26, a window of roughly 2 years.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2012-04-11

Last Inspection

2014-03-26

Inspection Span

2 yrs

Violations / Inspection

3.5

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,215

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,198

What this shows 2 inspections over 2 years, averaging 3.5 violations per visit. That's $1,215 per inspection vs. the Educational Services average of $1,198.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

7

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

$4,855

Current Penalty Amount

$2,430

Penalty Reduction

49.9%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$2,430

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $2,425 from the initial assessment of $4,855. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$0
Employees Affected
0
WHD Violations
1

Industry Safety Context: Educational Services

How Medical University of South Carolina compares to the Educational Services sector, which has 3,199 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Medical University of South Carolina Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.5
Violations 7 5.7
Total Penalty $2,430 $3,013
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,215 $1,198
View all 3,199 employers in Educational Services →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Medical University of South Carolina safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Medical University of South Carolina's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 7 violations across 2 inspections, including 7 serious violations. Compared to Educational Services industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Medical University of South Carolina have? ▼
Medical University of South Carolina has 7 OSHA violations on record, including 7 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,430.
How many OSHA inspections has Medical University of South Carolina had? ▼
Medical University of South Carolina has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-04-11 and the most recent on 2014-03-26. This averages 3.5 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Medical University of South Carolina? ▼
Medical University of South Carolina has been assessed $2,430 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $4,855 (a 49.9% reduction). Additionally, $0 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Medical University of South Carolina have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Medical University of South Carolina 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.
Has Medical University of South Carolina been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Medical University of South Carolina, resulting in $0 in back wages owed to an undisclosed number of workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Medical University of South Carolina operate in? ▼
Medical University of South Carolina operates in the Educational Services sector (NAICS code 611310). This industry has 3,199 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 8,044 total OSHA inspections and $9.64M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Medical University of South Carolina owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Medical University of South Carolina 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 $0 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Medical University of South Carolina's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Medical University of South Carolina's total OSHA penalty of $2,430 is below the Educational Services industry average of $3,013 per employer. The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.5 per employer. For a direct comparison, University of San Diego in San Diego, CA is a similar educational services employer with $2,435 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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