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Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority ranks #2,583 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 23 violations across 3 inspections.

Top 5% by penalty91% serious
$78,890
OSHA penalties
23
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#2,583
of 99,447 penalized employers

Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority in Boonton, NJ has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 23 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $78,890. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority 3 times across a longer 7-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 23 violations, averaging 7.7 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #2,583 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 5% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 21 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Utilities industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this sits roughly in line with peers (1.1x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, American Pipeline Construction, LLC. in Miami, FL is another utilities employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

7.7
violations per inspection
91.3%
of violations were serious
#2,583
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 0/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 23 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (7.7 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How this employer compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Utilities per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority runs far above peers (14.3x 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

$78,890 Bottom 3% least affordable more affordable than 3% 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%). Below this entry. $10,000–$15,000: 11,027 U.S. employers with a penalty (11%). Below this entry. $15,000–$20,000: 6,546 U.S. employers with a penalty (7%). Below this entry. $20,000–$25,000: 4,175 U.S. employers with a penalty (4%). Below this entry. $25,000–$30,000: 2,877 U.S. employers with a penalty (3%). Below this entry. $30,000–$35,000: 2,036 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $35,000–$40,000: 1,493 U.S. employers with a penalty (2%). Below this entry. $40,000–$45,000: 1,095 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $45,000–$50,000: 785 U.S. employers with a penalty (1%). Below this entry. $50,000+: 5,150 U.S. employers with a penalty (5%). This entry ($78,890) is well above this band, the chart's rightmost open-ended bucket. This employer: $78,890 $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 Utilities employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.006.613.119.726.3OSHA inspectionsViolations citedONONDAGA CO OAK ORCH…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6BIG BEND ELECTRIC CO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1PUGET SOUND ENERGY INC, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1CHUCKEY UTILITY DIST…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3ENDICOTT VIL WATER D…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5CARTHAGE/WEST CARTHA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9PUBLIC UTILITY DIST 1, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0YOUNGS-RIVER LEWIS &…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3CECIL COUNTY GOVERNM…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 25HEMPSTEAD TN WATER D…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 14ITHACA CITY DPW WATE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10ENERGY NORTHWEST, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0WEST CARTHAGE VILL R…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3DANC-CARTHAGE/WEST C…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8CAYUGA VILL WWTP, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8FERRY COUNTY PUD, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0CITY OF GRIGGSVILLE-…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3PARIS HENRY COUNTY P…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13AEE TECNICA DE GUAYN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0JAMESTOWN BPU ALLEN …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2Rockaway Valley Regi…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 23
Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 23 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Utilities peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority in the Utilities enforcement ledger

Among 866 Utilities employers with OSHA penalties on file, Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority ranks #45 at $78,890 current penalty.

How Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority Compares

Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority's 7.67 violations per inspection compares to the Utilities sector average of 6.1 violations per employer.

Against the Utilities industry average of $5,509 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs far above peers (14.3x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2015-10-29

Last Inspection

2023-04-26

Inspection Span

7 yrs

Violations / Inspection

7.7

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$26,297

Industry Avg / Inspection

$2,104

What this shows 3 inspections over 7 years, averaging 7.7 violations per visit. That's $26,297 per inspection vs. the Utilities average of $2,104.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

21

Serious

91.3% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

8.7% 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

$78,890

Current Penalty Amount

$78,890

Penalty Reduction

None

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

Industry Safety Context: Utilities

How Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority compares to the Utilities sector, which has 2,996 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority Industry Avg
Inspections 3 2.6
Violations 23 6.1
Total Penalty $78,890 $5,509
Avg Penalty per Inspection $26,297 $2,104
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Nationwide Utilities peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority, both outside NJ so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($78,890 here).

Des Moines Water Works $79,257 IA San Jose-Santa Clara Regional Wastewater Facility $75,750 CA Ewp Renewable Corporation $84,071 NH Hanwha Q Cells USA, INC. $86,239 GA

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (3 inspections here).

Onondaga CO Oak Orchard WWTP 3 insp. Clay, NY Big Bend Electric Cooperative 3 insp. Ritzville, WA Puget Sound Energy INC 3 insp. Port Townsend, WA Chuckey Utility District - Administration 3 insp. Greeneville, TN

Nearby & Similar Employers in Utilities

Showing 5 of 2995 other employers tracked in this sector.

Des Moines Water Works
Des Moines, IA
2 inspections $79,257
North Bergen Municipal Utilities Authority
North Bergen, NJ
8 inspections $77,150
Orion Management
Springfield, VA
0 inspections $0
Long Beach Township Water Department
Long Beach Township, NJ
4 inspections $81,200
American Pipeline Construction, LLC.
Miami, FL
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

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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 Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 23 violations across 3 inspections, including 21 serious violations. Compared to Utilities industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority have? ▼
Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority has 23 OSHA violations on record, including 21 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $78,890.
How many OSHA inspections has Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority had? ▼
Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2015-10-29 and the most recent on 2023-04-26. This averages 7.7 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority? ▼
Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority has been assessed $78,890 in current OSHA penalties.
Does Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority has 21 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.
What industry does Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority operate in? ▼
Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority operates in the Utilities sector (NAICS code 221320). This industry has 2,996 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 7,843 total OSHA inspections and $16.51M in cumulative penalties.
Where does Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority ranks #2,583 (the top 5% 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 Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Rockaway Valley Regional Sewerage Authority's total OSHA penalty of $78,890 is above the Utilities industry average of $5,509 per employer (14.3x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.6 per employer. For a direct comparison, American Pipeline Construction, LLC. in Miami, FL is a similar utilities 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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