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Wholesale Trade · Dalton, GA

SBJ Recycling, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), SBJ Recycling, INC. ranks #14,237 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 12 violations across 2 inspections.

Top 25% by penalty83% serious
$23,890
OSHA penalties
12
Violations cited
2
OSHA inspections
#14,237
of 99,447 penalized employers

SBJ Recycling, INC. in Dalton, GA has been the subject of 2 OSHA workplace inspections and 12 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $23,890. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected SBJ Recycling, INC. 2 times over 3 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 12 violations, averaging 6.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #14,237 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top quarter of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 10 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 sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, HP Pelzer Automotive Systems, INC. in Eudora, KS is another wholesale trade employer with 3 OSHA inspections on record and $23,860 in current penalties.

6.0
violations per inspection
83.3%
of violations were serious
#14,237
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 3/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 12 violations across 2 OSHA inspections (6.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How SBJ Recycling, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows SBJ Recycling, INC. runs well above peers (2.6x 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

$23,890 Bottom 14% least affordable more affordable than 14% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Wholesale Trade employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is SBJ Recycling, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both1.92.022.02.00.34.48.512.616.8OSHA inspectionsViolations citedJ. AMBROGI FOOD DIST…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3BIG SOO TERMINAL, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 16RESERVE ALLOYS LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7STARWEST BOTANICALS,…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4LAMB & ASSOCIATES PA…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 6CCS CONTRACTOR EQUIP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 5GLOBAL WATER TECHNOL…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 9HOLMES RECYCLING SER…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 13LA FLOR OF ILLINOIS …, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3USED TREASURES, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 4COCA-COLA BOTTLING C…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3360 SOLUTIONS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3DYKE INDUSTRIES INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 8RESTAURANT DEPOT, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3AZCON CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3WARE MANUFACTURING INC, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 14KRAFT HEINZ COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 3THE COOPERATIVE GRAI…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 2SAVAGE SERVICES CORP…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 1INTEGRATED METAL PRO…, OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 7SBJ Recycling, INC., OSHA inspections: 2 · Violations cited: 12
SBJ Recycling, INC. has 2 OSHA inspections on record and 12 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.

SBJ Recycling, INC. in the Wholesale Trade enforcement ledger

In Wholesale Trade, SBJ Recycling, INC. sits at penalty rank #632 of 4,429 penalized establishments ($23,890 assessed).

How SBJ Recycling, INC. Compares

SBJ Recycling, INC.'s 6.00 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 above peers (2.6x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

2

First Inspection

2012-09-18

Last Inspection

2016-02-09

Inspection Span

3 yrs

Violations / Inspection

6.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$11,945

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,665

What this shows 2 inspections over 3 years, averaging 6.0 violations per visit. That's $11,945 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,665.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

10

Serious

83.3% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

8.3% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

8.3% 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

$38,430

Current Penalty Amount

$23,890

Penalty Reduction

37.8%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $14,540 from the initial assessment of $38,430. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Wholesale Trade

How SBJ Recycling, INC. compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric SBJ Recycling, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 2 2.0
Violations 12 5.5
Total Penalty $23,890 $9,112
Avg Penalty per Inspection $11,945 $4,665
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Nationwide Wholesale Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for SBJ Recycling, INC., both outside GA so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($23,890 here).

Phenomenex INC $23,885 CA PSC Metals, INC. $23,900 MO HP Pelzer Automotive Systems, INC. $23,860 KS Knouse Foods Cooperative, INC. $23,851 PA

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (2 inspections here).

J. Ambrogi Food Distribution, INC. 2 insp. Thorofare, NJ Big Soo Terminal 2 insp. Sioux City, IA Reserve Alloys LLC 2 insp. Twinsburg, OH Starwest Botanicals, INC. 2 insp. Sacramento, CA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Wholesale Trade

Showing 5 of 6880 other employers tracked in this sector.

Phenomenex INC
Torrance, CA
2 inspections $23,885
F.W. Webb (Plattsburgh NY #38)
Plattsburgh, NY
0 inspections $0
PSC Metals, INC.
Cuba, MO
3 inspections $23,900
HP Pelzer Automotive Systems, INC.
Eudora, KS
3 inspections $23,860
Knouse Foods Cooperative, INC.
Orrtanna, PA
2 inspections $23,851

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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 SBJ Recycling, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, SBJ Recycling, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 12 violations across 2 inspections, including 10 serious violations. Compared to Wholesale Trade industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does SBJ Recycling, INC. have? ▼
SBJ Recycling, INC. has 12 OSHA violations on record, including 10 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $23,890.
How many OSHA inspections has SBJ Recycling, INC. had? ▼
SBJ Recycling, INC. has had 2 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2012-09-18 and the most recent on 2016-02-09. This averages 6.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for SBJ Recycling, INC.? ▼
SBJ Recycling, INC. has been assessed $23,890 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $38,430 (a 37.8% reduction).
Does SBJ Recycling, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. SBJ Recycling, INC. has 10 serious violations, and 1 repeat 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 SBJ Recycling, INC. operate in? ▼
SBJ Recycling, INC. 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.
Where does SBJ Recycling, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, SBJ Recycling, INC. ranks #14,237 (the top quarter 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 SBJ Recycling, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
SBJ Recycling, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $23,890 is above the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer (2.6x the average). The employer has 2 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, HP Pelzer Automotive Systems, INC. in Eudora, KS is a similar wholesale trade employer with $23,860 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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