Educational Services · Baltimore, MD

Morgan State University

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Morgan State University has a concerning safety record: 23 violations across 5 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

39% serious

Compiled byPlainworker Editorial, Workplace Safety Editorial Team · July 8, 2026

$0
OSHA penalties: 23
Violations cited: 5
OSHA inspections: $22,657
Back wages owed

Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD has been the subject of 5 OSHA workplace inspections and 23 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 46 WHD violations against this employer under the Fair Labor Standards Act. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Morgan State University 5 times over 7 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 23 violations, averaging 4.6 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. Of these, 9 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 above peers (2.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $22,657 in back wages owed to 45 affected workers. For comparison, Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs, IA is another educational services employer with 1 OSHA inspection on record and $7,854 in current penalties.

4.6
violations per inspection: 39.1%
of violations were serious: $22,657
in back wages recovered

What the Data Says About Morgan State University

The federal enforcement record for Morgan State University in Baltimore, MD includes 5 OSHA inspections and 23 violations, translating to 4.60 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 9 (39.1%) 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.

No OSHA penalty has been assessed against Morgan State University to date. The Educational Services sector average runs $3,013 per employer. The Wage and Hour Division added 2 cases producing $22,657 in back wages owed to 45 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2012-02-24 to 2019-08-13, a window of roughly 7 years.

Total Inspections

First Inspection

2012-02-24

Last Inspection

2019-08-13

Inspection Span

7 yrs

Violations / Inspection

4.6

Avg Penalty / Inspection

Industry Avg / Inspection

$1,198

What this shows 5 inspections over 7 years, averaging 4.6 violations per visit. That's $0 per inspection vs. the Educational Services average of $1,198.

Serious

39.1% of total

Willful

0.0% of total

Repeat

0.0% of total

Other-Than-Serious

60.9% 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.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases

Back Wages Owed

$22,657

Employees Affected

WHD Violations

Avg Back Wages per Employee

$503

Avg Back Wages per Case

$11,329

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Morgan State University owed $22,657 in back wages to 45 employees across 2 cases and 46 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: Educational Services

How Morgan State University compares to the Educational Services sector, which has 3,199 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric	Morgan State University	Industry Avg
Inspections	5	2.5
Violations	23	5.7
Total Penalty	$0	$3,013
Avg Penalty per Inspection	$0	$1,198

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Council Bluffs, IA

1 inspections $7,854

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2 inspections $22,800

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3 inspections $22,500

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Morgan State University safe to work at? ▼

Based on OSHA records, Morgan State University's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 23 violations across 5 inspections, including 9 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 Morgan State University have? ▼

Morgan State University has 23 OSHA violations on record, including 9 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $0.

How many OSHA inspections has Morgan State University had? ▼

Morgan State University has had 5 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-02-24 and the most recent on 2019-08-13. This averages 4.6 violations per inspection.

What is the total penalty amount for Morgan State University? ▼

Morgan State University has been assessed $0 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $22,657 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.

Does Morgan State University have any serious or willful violations? ▼

Yes. Morgan State University has 9 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 Morgan State University been cited for wage theft? ▼

Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Morgan State University, resulting in $22,657 in back wages owed to 45 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.

What industry does Morgan State University operate in? ▼

Morgan State University 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 Morgan State University owes me wages? ▼

If you believe Morgan State University 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 $22,657 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.

How does Morgan State University's safety record compare to industry average? ▼

Morgan State University's total OSHA penalty of $0 is below the Educational Services industry average of $3,013 per employer. The employer has 5 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.5 per employer. For a direct comparison, Iowa Western Community College in Council Bluffs, IA is a similar educational services employer with $7,854 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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