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Wholesale Trade · Bakersfield, CA

R & L Recycling LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), R & L Recycling LLC ranks #90,620 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 4 violations across 1 inspections.

Lower half by penalty0% serious
$655
OSHA penalties
4
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
#90,620
of 99,447 penalized employers

R & L Recycling LLC in Bakersfield, CA has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 4 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $655. Federal wage-and-hour enforcement records also show 4 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 R & L Recycling LLC once. These inspections resulted in 4 violations, averaging 4.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #90,620 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of 2 inspections per employer, this runs moderately below peers (0.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $6,420 in back wages owed to 3 affected workers. For comparison, Marana Stockyards in Marana, AZ is another wholesale trade employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

4.0
violations per inspection
0.0%
of violations were serious
#90,620
of 99,447 penalized employers
$6,420
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

D 58/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 4 violations across 1 OSHA inspection (4.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • B Wage & hour compliance: $6K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($6K per case), vs. national p10 $2K (best) / p90 $58K (worst) among 91,622 employers with a WHD case on file.
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How R & L Recycling LLC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows R & L Recycling LLC runs well below peers (0.07x 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

$655 Top 9% most affordable more affordable than 91% of 99,447 U.S. employers with a penalty

$0–$5,000: 43,959 U.S. employers with a penalty (44%). This entry sits in this band. $5,000–$10,000: 20,304 U.S. employers with a penalty (20%). Above this entry. $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

Each bar is a $5K-wide band; taller bars hold more U.S. employers with a penalty. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

Does more inspection scrutiny mean more findings?

Each dot is one of 21 Wholesale Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is R & L Recycling LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both0.91.011.01.102.65.37.910.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedGEMSTONE FOODS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0EAST COAST TRUCK AND…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3BIG BOY CONCESSIONS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1SELDAT DISTRIBUTION …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 10JACKSON RIVER ENTERP…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1ALRO STEEL, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1SOUTHEAST POULTRY INC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4WASTE PRO, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0AMERICAN HAT COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5GREAT LAKES CHEESE, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0HENLEY'S WHOLESALE M…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4RALEIGH METAL RECYCL…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2MUIR COPPER CANYON F…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0REPUBLIC NATIONAL DI…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3MARBLE TODAY, INC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2SUMMIT DISTRIBUTING, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2ARNOLD SUPPLY, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 8GREGCO RECYCLING INC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1PRODUCERS LIVESTOCK …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2NOVA MUD, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 6R & L Recycling LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4
R & L Recycling LLC has 1 OSHA inspection on record and 4 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Wholesale Trade peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

R & L Recycling LLC in the Wholesale Trade enforcement ledger

In Wholesale Trade, R & L Recycling LLC sits at penalty rank #4,152 of 4,429 penalized establishments ($655 assessed). On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, R & L Recycling LLC ranks #943 among 1,587 Wholesale Trade employers with WHD recoveries ($6,420).

Combined federal exposure here: $655 OSHA penalties plus $6,420 WHD back wages (90.7% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How R & L Recycling LLC Compares

R & L Recycling LLC's 4.00 violations per inspection compares to the Wholesale Trade sector average of 5.5 violations per employer.

Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well below peers (0.07x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2025-03-12

Last Inspection

2025-03-12

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

4.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$655

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,665

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 4.0 violations per visit. That's $655 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,665.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

0

Serious

0.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

4

Other-Than-Serious

100.0% 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

$655

Current Penalty Amount

$655

Penalty Reduction

None

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$7,075

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

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$6,420
Employees Affected
3
WHD Violations
4
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$2,140
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$6,420

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that R & L Recycling LLC owed $6,420 in back wages to 3 employees across 1 case and 4 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: Wholesale Trade

How R & L Recycling LLC compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric R & L Recycling LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 1 2.0
Violations 4 5.5
Total Penalty $655 $9,112
Avg Penalty per Inspection $655 $4,665
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Nationwide Wholesale Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for R & L Recycling LLC, both outside CA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($655 here).

Recycling and Disposal Solutions of Virginia, INC. $662 VA Witham Parts & Equipment INC $665 OR Galaxy Wine CO LLC $665 OR Pacific Welding Supplies LLC $640 WA

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (1 inspections here).

Gemstone Foods, LLC 1 insp. Decatur, AL East Coast Truck and Trailer 1 insp. Portsmouth, VA Big Boy Concessions 1 insp. El Paso, TX Seldat Distribution INC. 1 insp. Dayton, NJ

Nearby & Similar Employers in Wholesale Trade

Showing 5 of 6880 other employers tracked in this sector.

Vaughan Foods
Moore, OK
5 inspections $7,080
Rolland Hair Trend
Union City, NJ
0 inspections $0
Furniture Depot Outlet
Corpus Christi, TX
0 inspections $0
Ridout Lumber Company of Conway
Conway, AR
1 inspections $3,000
Marana Stockyards
Marana, AZ
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use R & L Recycling LLC's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare R & L Recycling LLC against Vaughan Foods, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether R & L Recycling LLC's inspection and penalty record is typical for Wholesale Trade or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Wholesale Trade sector
  • R & L Recycling LLC also carries $6,420 in Wage and Hour Division back-wages, a separate enforcement track from OSHA safety violations. How wage-theft enforcement works

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 R & L Recycling LLC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, R & L Recycling LLC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 4 violations across 1 inspections. Compared to Wholesale Trade industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does R & L Recycling LLC have? ▼
R & L Recycling LLC has 4 OSHA violations on record, including 0 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $655.
How many OSHA inspections has R & L Recycling LLC had? ▼
R & L Recycling LLC has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2025-03-12 and the most recent on 2025-03-12. This averages 4.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for R & L Recycling LLC? ▼
R & L Recycling LLC has been assessed $655 in current OSHA penalties. Additionally, $6,420 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Has R & L Recycling LLC been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against R & L Recycling LLC, resulting in $6,420 in back wages owed to 3 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does R & L Recycling LLC operate in? ▼
R & L Recycling LLC operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 423930). This industry has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 13,442 total OSHA inspections and $62.70M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if R & L Recycling LLC owes me wages? ▼
If you believe R & L Recycling LLC 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 $6,420 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does R & L Recycling LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, R & L Recycling LLC ranks #90,620 (the lower 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 R & L Recycling LLC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
R & L Recycling LLC's total OSHA penalty of $655 is below the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer. The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Marana Stockyards in Marana, AZ is a similar wholesale trade 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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