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Raleigh Metal Recycling

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Raleigh Metal Recycling has a mixed safety record: 2 violations across 1 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$720
OSHA penalties
2
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
$34,776
Back wages owed

Raleigh Metal Recycling in Raleigh, NC has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 2 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $720. The employer also has 1 Wage and Hour Division (WHD) case on record, covering Fair Labor Standards Act enforcement. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Raleigh Metal Recycling once. These inspections resulted in 2 violations, averaging 2.0 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, 2 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. 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 $34,776 in back wages owed to 5 affected workers. For comparison, Staybright Electric of LA in Kenner, LA is another wholesale trade employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

2.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
10%
of penalized employers rank lower
$34,776
in back wages recovered

How Raleigh Metal Recycling compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Raleigh Metal Recycling runs well below peers (0.08x 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

$720 Top 10% most affordable more affordable than 90% 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 Raleigh Metal Recycling

The federal enforcement record for Raleigh Metal Recycling in Raleigh, NC includes 1 OSHA inspection and 2 violations, translating to 2.00 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 2 (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 $1,200 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $720 - a 40.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $720. Against the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,023 per employer, this record runs well below peers (0.08x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 1 case producing $34,776 in back wages owed to 5 affected workers.

Inspection activity spans from 2013-12-16 to 2013-12-16, a window of roughly 1 year.

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2013-12-16

Last Inspection

2013-12-16

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

2.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$720

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,678

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 2.0 violations per visit. That's $720 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,678.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

2

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

$1,200

Current Penalty Amount

$720

Penalty Reduction

40.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$35,496

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $480 from the initial assessment of $1,200. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$34,776
Employees Affected
5
WHD Violations
6
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$6,955
Avg Back Wages per Case
$34,776

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Raleigh Metal Recycling owed $34,776 in back wages to 5 employees across 1 case and 6 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 Raleigh Metal Recycling compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,960 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Raleigh Metal Recycling Industry Avg
Inspections 1 1.9
Violations 2 5.4
Total Penalty $720 $9,023
Avg Penalty per Inspection $720 $4,678
View all 6,960 employers in Wholesale Trade →

Nearby & Similar Employers in Wholesale Trade

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3 inspections $35,490
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0 inspections $0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Raleigh Metal Recycling safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Raleigh Metal Recycling's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 2 violations across 1 inspections, including 2 serious violations. 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 Raleigh Metal Recycling have? ▼
Raleigh Metal Recycling has 2 OSHA violations on record, including 2 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $720.
How many OSHA inspections has Raleigh Metal Recycling had? ▼
Raleigh Metal Recycling has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-12-16 and the most recent on 2013-12-16. This averages 2.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Raleigh Metal Recycling? ▼
Raleigh Metal Recycling has been assessed $720 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $1,200 (a 40.0% reduction). Additionally, $34,776 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Raleigh Metal Recycling have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Raleigh Metal Recycling has 2 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 Raleigh Metal Recycling been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Raleigh Metal Recycling, resulting in $34,776 in back wages owed to 5 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Raleigh Metal Recycling operate in? ▼
Raleigh Metal Recycling operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 423930). This industry has 6,960 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 13,424 total OSHA inspections and $62.80M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Raleigh Metal Recycling owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Raleigh Metal Recycling 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 $34,776 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
How does Raleigh Metal Recycling's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Raleigh Metal Recycling's total OSHA penalty of $720 is below the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,023 per employer. The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.9 per employer. For a direct comparison, Staybright Electric of LA in Kenner, LA is a similar wholesale trade employer with $0 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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