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Wholesale Trade · Dayton, NJ

Seldat Distribution INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Seldat Distribution INC. ranks #5,563 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 10 violations across 1 inspections.

Top 10% by penalty100% serious
$47,250
OSHA penalties
10
Violations cited
1
OSHA inspections
#5,563
of 99,447 penalized employers

Seldat Distribution INC. in Dayton, NJ has been the subject of 1 OSHA workplace inspections and 10 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $47,250. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $5,785 in back wages owed to 2 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 Seldat Distribution INC. once. These inspections turned up 10 violations, averaging 10.0 per inspection - an extremely dense concentration of citations. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #5,563 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 10% 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 runs moderately below peers (0.5x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $5,785 in back wages owed to 2 affected workers. For comparison, Dandrea Produce, Inc. in Vineland, NJ is another wholesale trade employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

10.0
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#5,563
of 99,447 penalized employers
$5,785
in back wages recovered

Compliance score

F 42/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 10 violations across 1 OSHA inspection (10.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.
  • B Wage & hour compliance: $6K in back wages owed across 1 WHD case ($6K 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 Seldat Distribution INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Wholesale Trade per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows Seldat Distribution INC. runs far above peers (5.2x 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

$47,250 Bottom 6% least affordable more affordable than 6% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Seldat Distribution INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both0.91.011.01.102.65.37.910.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedOPEN PLAN SYSTEMS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2PHOENIX CONTAINER CO…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2FMD INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 8DEARBORN WHOLESALE G…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0GERSON COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1MIDWEST TRANSPORT, I…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0CAMPANIA INTERNATIONAL, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0R & L RECYCLING LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4PET FOOD WAREHOUSE, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3BAKERSFIELD ARC, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3GEMSTONE FOODS, LLC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0EAST COAST TRUCK AND…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 3FENCEWORKS, INC., OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 2BIG BOY CONCESSIONS, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1JACKSON RIVER ENTERP…, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1ALRO STEEL, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 1SOUTHEAST POULTRY INC, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 4WASTE PRO, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0AMERICAN HAT COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 5GREAT LAKES CHEESE, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 0Seldat Distribution …, OSHA inspections: 1 · Violations cited: 10
Seldat Distribution INC. has 1 OSHA inspection on record and 10 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.

Seldat Distribution INC. in the Wholesale Trade enforcement ledger

Among 4,429 Wholesale Trade employers with OSHA penalties on file, Seldat Distribution INC. ranks #214 at $47,250 current penalty. On wage-and-hour enforcement alone, Seldat Distribution INC. ranks #992 among 1,587 Wholesale Trade employers with WHD recoveries ($5,785).

Combined federal exposure here: $47,250 OSHA penalties plus $5,785 WHD back wages (10.9% of the combined total is wage recovery).

How Seldat Distribution INC. Compares

Seldat Distribution INC.'s 10.00 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 far above peers (5.2x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

1

First Inspection

2014-09-11

Last Inspection

2014-09-11

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

10.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$47,250

Industry Avg / Inspection

$4,665

What this shows 1 inspection over 1 year, averaging 10.0 violations per visit. That's $47,250 per inspection vs. the Wholesale Trade average of $4,665.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

10

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

$63,000

Current Penalty Amount

$47,250

Penalty Reduction

25.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$53,035

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $15,750 from the initial assessment of $63,000. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases
1
Back Wages Owed
$5,785
Employees Affected
2
WHD Violations
2
Avg Back Wages per Employee
$2,893
Avg Back Wages per CaseBelow average
$5,785

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Seldat Distribution INC. owed $5,785 in back wages to 2 employees across 1 case and 2 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 Seldat Distribution INC. compares to the Wholesale Trade sector, which has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric Seldat Distribution INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 1 2.0
Violations 10 5.5
Total Penalty $47,250 $9,112
Avg Penalty per Inspection $47,250 $4,665
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Nationwide Wholesale Trade peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for Seldat Distribution INC., both outside NJ so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($47,250 here).

Springfield Iron & Metal $47,223 MO Overhill Farms $47,300 CA Houweling's Camarillo, INC. $47,390 CA Taft Grain & Elevator Company $47,000 TX

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Open Plan Systems 1 insp. Richmond, VA Phoenix Container Corporation 1 insp. Turlock, CA FMD INC. 1 insp. San Jose, CA Dearborn Wholesale Grocers 1 insp. Chicago, IL

Nearby & Similar Employers in Wholesale Trade

Showing 5 of 6880 other employers tracked in this sector.

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0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0
Ap Specialty Metals, INC.
Alpharetta, GA
2 inspections $53,250
Dandrea Produce, Inc.
Vineland, NJ
0 inspections $0

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What to do with this record

Use Seldat Distribution INC.'s enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

  • A single employer's record can look unusual in isolation. Compare Seldat Distribution INC. against DL FMS JV, a similarly-sized employer in the same sector, before drawing conclusions. Compare side-by-side
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  • Seldat Distribution INC. also carries $5,785 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 Seldat Distribution INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, Seldat Distribution INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 10 violations across 1 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 Seldat Distribution INC. have? ▼
Seldat Distribution INC. has 10 OSHA violations on record, including 10 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $47,250.
How many OSHA inspections has Seldat Distribution INC. had? ▼
Seldat Distribution INC. has had 1 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-09-11 and the most recent on 2014-09-11. This averages 10.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for Seldat Distribution INC.? ▼
Seldat Distribution INC. has been assessed $47,250 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $63,000 (a 25.0% reduction). Additionally, $5,785 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.
Does Seldat Distribution INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. Seldat Distribution INC. has 10 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 Seldat Distribution INC. been cited for wage theft? ▼
Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 1 enforcement case against Seldat Distribution INC., resulting in $5,785 in back wages owed to 2 affected workers. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.
What industry does Seldat Distribution INC. operate in? ▼
Seldat Distribution INC. operates in the Wholesale Trade sector (NAICS code 424330). This industry has 6,881 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 13,442 total OSHA inspections and $62.70M in cumulative penalties.
What should I do if Seldat Distribution INC. owes me wages? ▼
If you believe Seldat Distribution INC. 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 $5,785 in back wages owed by this employer across 1 case.
Where does Seldat Distribution INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, Seldat Distribution INC. ranks #5,563 (the top 10% 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 Seldat Distribution INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
Seldat Distribution INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $47,250 is above the Wholesale Trade industry average of $9,112 per employer (5.2x the average). The employer has 1 inspections compared to the industry average of 2.0 per employer. For a direct comparison, Dandrea Produce, Inc. in Vineland, NJ is a similar wholesale trade 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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