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Administrative & Waste Services · Westland, MI

Richland Maintenance

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Richland Maintenance ranks #74,810 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 8 violations across 1 inspections.

Lower half by penalty75% serious
$2,200
OSHA penalties
8
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
#74,810
of 99,447 penalized employers

Richland Maintenance in Westland, MI has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 8 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $2,200. 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 Richland Maintenance once. These inspections resulted in 8 violations, averaging 8.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #74,810 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 6 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 sits roughly in line with peers (0.9x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $9,229 in back wages owed to 13 affected workers. For comparison, Financial Knowledge Network in Clearwater, FL is another administrative & waste services employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

8.0
violations per inspection
75.0%
of violations were serious
#74,810
of 99,447 penalized employers
$9,229
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

F 40/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 8 violations across 1 OSHA inspection (8.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • C Wage & hour compliance: $9K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($9K 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 Richland Maintenance compares on OSHA penalties

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

in penalties

What this shows Richland Maintenance runs moderately below peers (0.6x 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

$2,200 Top 25% most affordable more affordable than 75% 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

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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 Richland Maintenance.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both0.91.011.01.102.14.26.38.4OSHA inspectionsViolations citedPHARMA LOGISTICS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0EXECUTIVE JET ALLIANCE, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0BUILDING FAST CLEANI…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1TRINITY EVENT STAFFING, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1CEDAR VALLEY SERVICES, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1TRC STAFFING SERVICES, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4HEALTHCARE SERVICES …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0R.L. ABATEMENT, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1SUNCOAST PEST CONTROL, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3BENEFICIAL INSECTARY…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3GUZMAN CONSTRUCTION …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1PREMIER LANDSCAPE MA…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0WATKINS ENVIRONMENTA…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0HORIZON STAFFING, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5WASATCH PROPERTY SER…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4VIRIDIAN LANDSCAPE M…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2CENTRAL VALLEY ENVIR…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1YANKEE CLIPPER, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1CLAUD'S LAWN CARE, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0NORTH CAL HAULING, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5Richland Maintenance, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 8
Richland Maintenance has 1 OSHA inspection on record and 8 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.

Richland Maintenance in the Administrative & Waste Services enforcement ledger

In Administrative & Waste Services, Richland Maintenance sits at penalty rank #2,493 of 3,556 penalized establishments ($2,200 assessed). On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, Richland Maintenance ranks #3,665 among 7,104 Administrative & Waste Services employers with WHD recoveries ($9,229).

Combined federal exposure here: $2,200 OSHA penalties plus $9,229 WHD back wages (80.8% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Richland Maintenance Compares

Richland Maintenance's 8.00 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 below peers (0.6x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2013-03-07

Last Inspection

2013-03-07

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

8.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$2,200

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,188

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 8.0 violations per visit. That's $2,200 per inspection vs. the Administrative & Waste Services average of $3,188.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

6

Serious

75.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

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

$5,500

Current Penalty Amount

$2,200

Penalty Reduction

60.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$11,429

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $3,300 from the initial assessment of $5,500. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$9,229
Employees Affected
13
WHD Violations
14
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$710
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$9,229

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Richland Maintenance owed $9,229 in back wages to 13 employees across 1 case and 14 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 Richland Maintenance compares to the Administrative & Waste Services sector, which has 12,823 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Richland Maintenance Industry Avg
Inspections 1 1.2
Violations 8 2.7
Total Penalty $2,200 $3,740
Avg Penalty per Inspection $2,200 $3,188
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Nationwide Administrative & Waste Services peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Richland Maintenance, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($2,200 here).

F.W. Russell & Sons Disposal INC. $2,200 MA J&J and Company LTD. $2,200 IA Guardian Environmental, INC. $2,200 NV Atlantic Waste Disposal, INC. $2,202 VA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Pharma Logistics 1 insp. Libertyville, IL Executive Jet Alliance 1 insp. Las Vegas, NV Building Fast Cleaning Service, CORP. 1 insp. San Juan, PR Trinity Event Staffing 1 insp. Dallas, TX

Nearby & Similar Employers in Administrative & Waste Services

Showing 5 of 12822 other employers tracked in this sector.

Sunny Grove Landscaping and Nursery, INC.
Naples, FL
3 inspections $11,428
Native Contractors INC.
Nashville, TN
6 inspections $11,426
Apex Services
San Antonio, TX
0 inspections $0
Financial Knowledge Network
Clearwater, FL
0 inspections $0
J3 Security Service Corp.
Bayamon, PR
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Richland Maintenance's enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Richland Maintenance against Sunny Grove Landscaping and Nursery, INC., a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
  • See whether Richland Maintenance's inspection and penalty record is typical for Administrative & Waste Services or an outlier against the sector's own average. View the Administrative & Waste Services sector
  • Richland Maintenance also carries $9,229 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 Richland Maintenance safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Richland Maintenance's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 8 violations across 1 inspections, including 6 serious violations. Compared to Administrative & Waste Services industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Richland Maintenance have? ▼
Richland Maintenance has 8 OSHA violations on record, including 6 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $2,200.
How many OSHA inspections has Richland Maintenance had? ▼
Richland Maintenance has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2013-03-07 and the most recent on 2013-03-07. This averages 8.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Richland Maintenance? ▼
Richland Maintenance has been assessed $2,200 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $5,500 (a 60.0% reduction). Additionally, $9,229 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Richland Maintenance have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Richland Maintenance has 6 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 Richland Maintenance been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Richland Maintenance, resulting in $9,229 in back wages owed to 13 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Richland Maintenance operate in? ▼
Richland Maintenance operates in the Administrative & Waste Services sector (NAICS code 561720). 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 Richland Maintenance owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Richland Maintenance 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 $9,229 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Richland Maintenance rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Richland Maintenance ranks #74,810 (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 Richland Maintenance's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Richland Maintenance's total OSHA penalty of $2,200 is below the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of $3,740 per employer. The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Financial Knowledge Network in Clearwater, FL 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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