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State of Connecticut Department of Transportation

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), State of Connecticut Department of Transportation ranks #85,190 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 4 violations across 3 inspections.

Lower half by penalty100% serious
$1,120
OSHA penalties
4
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#85,190
of 99,447 penalized employers

State of Connecticut Department of Transportation in Wallingford, CT has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 4 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,120. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected State of Connecticut Department of Transportation 3 times across a longer 7-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 4 violations, averaging 1.3 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #85,190 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 4 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 sits roughly in line with peers (1.0x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Aep - Centro Gubernamental Mayaguez in Mayaguez, PR is another public administration employer with 5 OSHA inspections on record and $1,125 in current penalties.

1.3
violations per inspection
100.0%
of violations were serious
#85,190
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

C 71/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 4 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (1.3 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 Public Administration per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows State of Connecticut Department of Transportation runs moderately below peers (0.4x 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

$1,120 Top 14% most affordable more affordable than 86% 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 Public Administration employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is State of Connecticut Department of Transportation.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.00.34.18.011.815.7OSHA inspectionsViolations citedHALEDON FIRE DEPARTM…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8OLDWICK FIRE COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10RIDGEWAY FIRE COMPANY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7VSC FIRE & SECURITY,…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1CA DEPT OF CORRECTIO…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7CARYVILLE - POLICE D…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6SOCIAL SECURITY ADMI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3ALEXANDRIA - POLICE …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2NYCDOT, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6MEDINA VILLAGE OFFICES, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9BRIDGEHAMPTON FD, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 8NYS DOCCS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2MARION COUNTY, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 1FARMINGDALE VILL HALL, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 15CHERRY GROVE FD, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5NYSOMRDD TRACY CREEK…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7FAIRLAWN BOROUGH MUN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2NORTH ARLINGTON FD S…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 7CA CORRECTIONS AND R…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4VILLAGE OF SWANTON, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10State of Connecticut…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4
State of Connecticut Department of Transportation has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 4 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Public Administration peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

State of Connecticut Department of Transportation in the Public Administration enforcement ledger

Among 1,870 Public Administration employers with OSHA penalties on file, State of Connecticut Department of Transportation ranks #1,466 at $1,120 current penalty.

How State of Connecticut Department of Transportation Compares

State of Connecticut Department of Transportation's 1.33 violations per inspection compares to the Public Administration sector average of 6.4 violations per employer.

Against the Public Administration industry average of $2,606 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs moderately below peers (0.4x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2017-05-11

Last Inspection

2024-06-28

Inspection Span

7 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$373

Industry Avg / Inspection

$827

What this shows 3 inspections over 7 years, averaging 1.3 violations per visit. That's $373 per inspection vs. the Public Administration average of $827.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

4

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

$1,120

Current Penalty Amount

$1,120

Penalty Reduction

None

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

Industry Safety Context: Public Administration

How State of Connecticut Department of Transportation compares to the Public Administration sector, which has 9,693 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric State of Connecticut Department of Transportation Industry Avg
Inspections 3 3.2
Violations 4 6.4
Total Penalty $1,120 $2,606
Avg Penalty per Inspection $373 $827
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Nationwide Public Administration peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for State of Connecticut Department of Transportation, both outside CT so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,120 here).

Calipatria State Prison $1,120 CA Los Alamos County Public Works Division $1,125 NM Aep - Centro Gubernamental Mayaguez $1,125 PR City of Ontario $1,125 CA

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Haledon Fire Department Company 2 3 insp. Haledon, NJ Oldwick Fire Company 3 insp. Oldwick, NJ Ridgeway Fire Company 3 insp. Manchester Township, NJ VSC Fire & Security, INC. 3 insp. Roanoke, VA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Public Administration

Showing 5 of 9692 other employers tracked in this sector.

Calipatria State Prison
Calipatria, CA
2 inspections $1,120
Los Alamos County Public Works Division
Los Alamos, NM
2 inspections $1,125
Aep - Centro Gubernamental Mayaguez
Mayaguez, PR
5 inspections $1,125
City of Ontario
Ontario, CA
5 inspections $1,125
DCR Ponce Principal
Ponce, PR
5 inspections $1,125

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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 State of Connecticut Department of Transportation safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, State of Connecticut Department of Transportation's workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 4 violations across 3 inspections, including 4 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 State of Connecticut Department of Transportation have? ▼
State of Connecticut Department of Transportation has 4 OSHA violations on record, including 4 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,120.
How many OSHA inspections has State of Connecticut Department of Transportation had? ▼
State of Connecticut Department of Transportation has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2017-05-11 and the most recent on 2024-06-28. This averages 1.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for State of Connecticut Department of Transportation? ▼
State of Connecticut Department of Transportation has been assessed $1,120 in current OSHA penalties.
Does State of Connecticut Department of Transportation have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. State of Connecticut Department of Transportation has 4 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 State of Connecticut Department of Transportation operate in? ▼
State of Connecticut Department of Transportation operates in the Public Administration sector (NAICS code 926120). This industry has 9,693 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 30,559 total OSHA inspections and $25.26M in cumulative penalties.
Where does State of Connecticut Department of Transportation rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, State of Connecticut Department of Transportation ranks #85,190 (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 State of Connecticut Department of Transportation's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
State of Connecticut Department of Transportation's total OSHA penalty of $1,120 is below the Public Administration industry average of $2,606 per employer. The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 3.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Aep - Centro Gubernamental Mayaguez in Mayaguez, PR is a similar public administration employer with $1,125 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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