Public Administration · New Haven, CT

Southern Connecticut State University

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), Southern Connecticut State University has a concerning safety record: 27 violations across 4 inspections. See the full breakdown below.

Lower half by penalty85% serious

Compiled byPlainworker Editorial, Workplace Safety Editorial Team · July 8, 2026

$1,820
OSHA penalties: 27
Violations cited: 4
OSHA inspections: $105
Back wages owed

Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, CT has been the subject of 4 OSHA workplace inspections and 27 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,820. Separately, the Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found $105 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected Southern Connecticut State University 4 times over 7 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 27 violations, averaging 6.8 per inspection - a notably high rate. Its total OSHA penalty ranks in the lower half of penalized employers nationally. Of these, 23 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Public Administration industry average of 3 inspections per employer, this runs moderately above peers (1.3x the sector average) on inspection frequency. The Department of Labor also found wage violations, with $105 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. For comparison, City of Benson Municipal Property Corporation, Public Works in Benson, AZ is another public administration employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $1,925 in current penalties.

6.8
violations per inspection: 85.2%
of violations were serious: 21%
of penalized employers rank lower: $105
in back wages recovered

Southern Connecticut S…

$1,820
Public Administration avg

$2,581

What this shows Southern Connecticut State University runs moderately below peers (0.7x the sector average) in total OSHA penalties.

Where this penalty ranks nationally

Total current OSHA penalty vs every U.S. employer with a nonzero penalty

$1,820 Top 21% most affordable more affordable than 79% of 100,495 U.S. employers with a penalty

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Source U.S. Department of Labor, OSHA enforcement extracts · 2026

What the Data Says About Southern Connecticut State University

The federal enforcement record for Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, CT includes 4 OSHA inspections and 27 violations, translating to 6.75 violations per inspection. Of those violations, 23 (85.2%) were classified as serious, 0 (0.0%) as willful, and 0 (0.0%) as repeat. Serious violations denote hazards likely to cause death or serious physical harm; willful and repeat categories indicate intentional disregard or recurrence of previously cited hazards.

OSHA assessed $3,640 in initial penalties against this employer, later adjusted to a current total of $1,820 - a 50.0% reduction. Average penalty per inspection works out to $455. Against the Public Administration industry average of $2,581 per employer, this record runs moderately below peers (0.7x the sector average). The Wage and Hour Division added 2 cases producing $105 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker.

Inspection activity spans from 2016-08-30 to 2024-01-22, a window of roughly 7 years.

Total Inspections

First Inspection

2016-08-30

Last Inspection

2024-01-22

Inspection Span

7 yrs

Violations / Inspection

6.8

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$455

Industry Avg / Inspection

$826

What this shows 4 inspections over 7 years, averaging 6.8 violations per visit. That's $455 per inspection vs. the Public Administration average of $826.

Serious

85.2% of total

Willful

0.0% of total

Repeat

0.0% of total

Other-Than-Serious

14.8% 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.

Initial Penalty Assessed

$3,640

Current Penalty Amount

$1,820

Penalty Reduction

50.0%

Combined Impact (OSHA + WHD)

$1,925

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $1,820 from the initial assessment of $3,640. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Wage & Hour Findings

WHD Cases

Back Wages Owed

$105

Employees Affected

WHD Violations

Avg Back Wages per Employee

$105

Avg Back Wages per Case

$53

The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division found that Southern Connecticut State University owed $105 in back wages to 1 employee across 2 cases and 3 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: Public Administration

How Southern Connecticut State University compares to the Public Administration sector, which has 9,788 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric	Southern Connecticut State University	Industry Avg
Inspections	4	3.1
Violations	27	6.4
Total Penalty	$1,820	$2,581
Avg Penalty per Inspection	$455	$826

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Southern Connecticut State University safe to work at? ▼

Based on OSHA records, Southern Connecticut State University's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 27 violations across 4 inspections, including 23 serious violations. Compared to Public Administration industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.

How many OSHA violations does Southern Connecticut State University have? ▼

Southern Connecticut State University has 27 OSHA violations on record, including 23 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,820.

How many OSHA inspections has Southern Connecticut State University had? ▼

Southern Connecticut State University has had 4 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2016-08-30 and the most recent on 2024-01-22. This averages 6.8 violations per inspection.

What is the total penalty amount for Southern Connecticut State University? ▼

Southern Connecticut State University has been assessed $1,820 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $3,640 (a 50.0% reduction). Additionally, $105 in back wages were owed through WHD enforcement.

Does Southern Connecticut State University have any serious or willful violations? ▼

Yes. Southern Connecticut State University has 23 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 Southern Connecticut State University been cited for wage theft? ▼

Yes. The Department of Labor's Wage and Hour Division has recorded 2 enforcement cases against Southern Connecticut State University, resulting in $105 in back wages owed to 1 affected worker. These cases involve violations of federal labor laws including minimum wage, overtime, and other worker protections.

What industry does Southern Connecticut State University operate in? ▼

Southern Connecticut State University operates in the Public Administration sector (NAICS code 922120). This industry has 9,788 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 30,564 total OSHA inspections and $25.26M in cumulative penalties.

What should I do if Southern Connecticut State University owes me wages? ▼

If you believe Southern Connecticut State University 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 $105 in back wages owed by this employer across 2 cases.

How does Southern Connecticut State University's safety record compare to industry average? ▼

Southern Connecticut State University's total OSHA penalty of $1,820 is below the Public Administration industry average of $2,581 per employer. The employer has 4 inspections compared to the industry average of 3.1 per employer. For a direct comparison, City of Benson Municipal Property Corporation, Public Works in Benson, AZ is a similar public administration employer with $1,925 in current penalties.

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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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