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The Geo Group, INC.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), The Geo Group, INC. ranks #7,944 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 9 violations across 3 inspections.

Top 10% by penalty78% serious
$36,700
OSHA penalties
9
Violations cited
3
OSHA inspections
#7,944
of 99,447 penalized employers

The Geo Group, INC. in Meridian, MS has been the subject of 3 OSHA workplace inspections and 9 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $36,700. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected The Geo Group, INC. 3 times over 1 year - more than twice a year on average. These inspections resulted in 9 violations, averaging 3.0 per inspection, above what's typical for a single visit. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #7,944 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the top 10% of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 7 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, Piscataquis County Jail in Dover Foxcroft, ME is another public administration employer with 1 OSHA inspection on record and $0 in current penalties.

3.0
violations per inspection
77.8%
of violations were serious
#7,944
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 46/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 9 violations across 3 OSHA inspections (3.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How The Geo Group, INC. compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Public Administration per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows The Geo Group, INC. runs far above peers (14.1x 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

$36,700 Bottom 8% least affordable more affordable than 8% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 The Geo Group, INC..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both3.03.033.03.006.012.118.124.1OSHA inspectionsViolations citedBELLEPLAIN VOLUNTEER…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13TOWNSHIP OF MULLICA …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 4MUNICIPIO DE ARROYO …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 23BALTIMORE COUNTY GOV…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10NYSDMV, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0CITY OF BEARDSTOWN -…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 13U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURV…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 21WALLKILL TN PD, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 2SLEEPY HOLLOW VILL F…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 6CA HEALTH CARE SERVI…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0NYSOPR&HP NIAGARA FA…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9SELDEN FD HDQTRS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12ST JAMES FD HDQTRS, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 12CITY OF ATLANTA-FIRE…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10HILLSBOROUGH RESCUE …, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 18NORMA FIRE COMPANY (…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 10TRANSPORTATION SECUR…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 0BLACK RIVER VILL MUN…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 5SOUTH AMBOY POLICE D…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 17HUDSON COUNTY CORREC…, OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 3The Geo Group, INC., OSHA inspections: 3 · Violations cited: 9
The Geo Group, INC. has 3 OSHA inspections on record and 9 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.

The Geo Group, INC. in the Public Administration enforcement ledger

In Public Administration, The Geo Group, INC. sits at penalty rank #175 of 1,870 penalized establishments ($36,700 assessed).

How The Geo Group, INC. Compares

The Geo Group, INC.'s 3.00 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 far above peers (14.1x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

3

First Inspection

2011-12-13

Last Inspection

2012-04-13

Inspection Span

1 yr

Violations / Inspection

3.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$12,233

Industry Avg / Inspection

$827

What this shows 3 inspections over 1 year, averaging 3.0 violations per visit. That's $12,233 per inspection vs. the Public Administration average of $827.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

7

Serious

77.8% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

1

Repeat

11.1% of total

1

Other-Than-Serious

11.1% 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

$104,100

Current Penalty Amount

$36,700

Penalty Reduction

64.7%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $67,400 from the initial assessment of $104,100. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Public Administration

How The Geo Group, INC. compares to the Public Administration sector, which has 9,693 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric The Geo Group, INC. Industry Avg
Inspections 3 3.2
Violations 9 6.4
Total Penalty $36,700 $2,606
Avg Penalty per Inspection $12,233 $827
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Nationwide Public Administration peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for The Geo Group, INC., both outside MS so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($36,700 here).

CA Transportation $36,600 CA Haledon Fire Department Company 2 $36,800 NJ City of Summit $36,900 NJ Washington Township Fire Dept (Maintenance Garage) $36,900 NJ

Similar OSHA inspection count

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

Belleplain Volunteer Fire Company 3 insp. Woodbine, NJ Township of Mullica Police Department 3 insp. Mullica, NJ Municipio DE Arroyo Obras Publicas 3 insp. Arroyo, PR Baltimore County Government 3 insp. Parkville, MD

Nearby & Similar Employers in Public Administration

Showing 5 of 9692 other employers tracked in this sector.

Piscataquis County Jail
Dover Foxcroft, ME
1 inspections $0
CA Transportation
Olivehurst, CA
2 inspections $36,600
Haledon Fire Department Company 2
Haledon, NJ
3 inspections $36,800
City of Summit
Summit, NJ
2 inspections $36,900
Washington Township Fire Dept (Maintenance Garage)
Sewell, NJ
2 inspections $36,900

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What to do with this record

Use The Geo Group, INC.'s enforcement history as one data point, not the whole picture.

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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 The Geo Group, INC. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, The Geo Group, INC.'s workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 9 violations across 3 inspections, including 7 serious violations. Compared to Public Administration industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does The Geo Group, INC. have? ▼
The Geo Group, INC. has 9 OSHA violations on record, including 7 serious, 0 willful, and 1 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $36,700.
How many OSHA inspections has The Geo Group, INC. had? ▼
The Geo Group, INC. has had 3 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2011-12-13 and the most recent on 2012-04-13. This averages 3.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for The Geo Group, INC.? ▼
The Geo Group, INC. has been assessed $36,700 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $104,100 (a 64.7% reduction).
Does The Geo Group, INC. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. The Geo Group, INC. has 7 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 The Geo Group, INC. operate in? ▼
The Geo Group, INC. operates in the Public Administration sector (NAICS code 922140). This industry has 9,693 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 30,559 total OSHA inspections and $25.26M in cumulative penalties.
Where does The Geo Group, INC. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, The Geo Group, INC. ranks #7,944 (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 The Geo Group, INC.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
The Geo Group, INC.'s total OSHA penalty of $36,700 is above the Public Administration industry average of $2,606 per employer (14.1x the average). The employer has 3 inspections compared to the industry average of 3.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Piscataquis County Jail in Dover Foxcroft, ME is a similar public administration 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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