Administrative & Waste Services · Madison, TN

Raven Operations, LLC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Raven Operations, LLC ranks #45,943 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 4 violations across 3 inspections.

Upper half by penalty75% serious
$6,965
OSHA penalties
4
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#45,943
of 99,447 penalized employers

Raven Operations, LLC in Madison, TN has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 4 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $6,965. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $2,569 in back wages owed to 18 affected 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 Raven Operations, LLC 3 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 4 violations, averaging 1.3 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #45,943 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 3 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 well above peers (2.6x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $2,569 in back wages owed to 18 affected workers. For comparison, Aaron-Elliott Locksmith Inc. in Winston Salem, NC is another administrative & waste services employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

1.3
violations per inspection
75.0%
of violations were serious
#45,943
of 99,447 penalized employers
$2,569
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

B 80/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 4 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (1.3 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • B Wage & hour compliance: $3K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($3K 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 Raven Operations, LLC compares on OSHA penalties

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

in penalties

What this shows Raven Operations, LLC runs moderately above peers (1.9x 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

$6,965 Bottom 46% least affordable more affordable than 46% 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 Raven Operations, LLC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.004.28.412.616.8OSHA inspectionsViolations citedKEARNY DPW GUNNEL OV…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10BOROUGH OF FOLSOM DE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6RECOLOGY HAY ROAD, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8ALLIED BARTON SECURI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2PROGRESS ENVIRONMENT…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1DIMENSIONAL MERCHAND…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12GREGORY EVAN INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0LYME TN TRANSFER SITE, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7CHESILHURST BOROUGH …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1GENERAL DYNAMICS LAN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5ELECTRONIC RECYCLERS…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5ALLPAK CONTAINER INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3WASTE CONNECTIONS OF…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1LABOR READY NORTHWES…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0WILSON WELDING SERVI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 16PRIME INDUSTRIAL REC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3ANDREWS INTERNATIONAL, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2PACKERS SANITATION S…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3YS CATALYTIC RECYCLI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5THE BUCKINGHAM COMPA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1Raven Operations, LLC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4
Raven Operations, LLC has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 4 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.

Raven Operations, LLC in the Administrative & Waste Services enforcement ledger

Administrative & Waste Services sector: Raven Operations, LLC is the #1,499 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 3,556 employers with nonzero fines ($6,965). WHD back-wage recoveries in this sector place Raven Operations, LLC at rank #5,846 of 7,104 employers ($2,569 owed).

Combined federal exposure here: $6,965 OSHA penalties plus $2,569 WHD back wages (26.9% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Raven Operations, LLC Compares

Raven Operations, LLC's 1.33 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 moderately above peers (1.9x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2023-07-27

Last Inspection

2024-09-19

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

1.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,322

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,188

What this shows 3 inspections over 1 year, averaging 1.3 violations per visit. That's $2,322 per inspection vs. the Administrative & Waste Services average of $3,188.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

3

Serious

75.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

25.0% 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

$11,609

Current Penalty Amount

$6,965

Penalty Reduction

40.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$9,534

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $4,644 from the initial assessment of $11,609. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$2,569
Employees Affected
18
WHD Violations
29
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$143
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$2,569

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Raven Operations, LLC owed $2,569 in back wages to 18 employees across 1 case and 29 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: Administrative & Waste Services

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

Metric Raven Operations, LLC Industry Avg
Inspections 3 1.2
Violations 4 2.7
Total Penalty $6,965 $3,740
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,322 $3,188

Nationwide Administrative & Waste Services peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Raven Operations, LLC, both outside TN so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

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What to do with this record

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  • Raven Operations, LLC also carries $2,569 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 Raven Operations, LLC safe to work at?
Based on OSHA records, Raven Operations, LLC's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 4 violations across 3 inspections, including 3 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 Raven Operations, LLC have?
Raven Operations, LLC has 4 OSHA violations on record, including 3 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $6,965.
How many OSHA inspections has Raven Operations, LLC had?
Raven Operations, LLC has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2023-07-27 and the most recent on 2024-09-19. This averages 1.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Raven Operations, LLC?
Raven Operations, LLC has been assessed $6,965 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $11,609 (a 40.0% reduction). Additionally, $2,569 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Raven Operations, LLC have any serious or willful violations?
Yes. Raven Operations, LLC has 3 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 Raven Operations, LLC been cited for wage theft?
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Raven Operations, LLC, resulting in $2,569 in back wages owed to 18 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Raven Operations, LLC operate in?
Raven Operations, LLC operates in the Administrative & Waste Services sector (NAICS code 561730). This industry has 12,823 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 15,043 total OSHA inspections and $47.95M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Raven Operations, LLC owes me wages?
If you believe Raven Operations, 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 $2,569 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Raven Operations, LLC rank nationally on OSHA penalties?
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Raven Operations, LLC ranks #45,943 (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 Raven Operations, LLC's safety record compare to industry average?
Raven Operations, LLC's total OSHA penalty of $6,965 is above the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of $3,740 per employer (1.9x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Aaron-Elliott Locksmith Inc. in Winston Salem, NC 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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