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Administrative & Waste Services · Flint, MI

United Plastics INC

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), United Plastics INC ranks #42,356 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a concerning safety record: 30 violations across 6 inspections.

Upper half by penalty50% serious
$7,780
OSHA penalties
30
Violations cited
6
OSHA inspections
#42,356
of 99,447 penalized employers

United Plastics INC in Flint, MI has been the subject of 6 OSHA workplace inspections and 30 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $7,780. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected United Plastics INC 6 times over 11 years, roughly once every couple of years. These inspections resulted in 30 violations, averaging 5.0 per inspection - a notably high rate. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #42,356 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the upper half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 15 were classified as serious - indicating hazards that could cause death or serious harm. Against the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of 1 inspections per employer, this runs far above peers (5.1x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Sa Total Tree Service in Helotes, TX is another administrative & waste services employer with 2 OSHA inspections on record and $7,777 in current penalties.

5.0
violations per inspection
50.0%
of violations were serious
#42,356
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

F 17/100
  • F OSHA safety compliance: 30 violations across 6 OSHA inspections (5.0 per inspection), vs. national p10 0.0 (best) / p90 5.5 (worst) among 145,626 inspected employers.

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How United Plastics INC compares on OSHA penalties

Total current penalty vs the Administrative & Waste Services per-employer average

in penalties

What this shows United Plastics INC runs well above peers (2.1x 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

$7,780 Bottom 43% least affordable more affordable than 43% 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%). This entry sits in this band. $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 Administrative & Waste Services employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is United Plastics INC.

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both6.06.066.06.008.917.926.835.7OSHA inspectionsViolations citedTOWNSHIP OF RANDOLPH…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 16KIRCHNER, LLC, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 3MID-IOWA ENVIRONMENT…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 5A SHARKEY DEMOLITION…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 0TOWN OF NEWTON DEPAR…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 19TOWN OF HACKETTSTOWN…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 9EARTH RESOURCE GROUP, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 11WEL INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 0FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP DPW, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 29ANDERSON EXCAVATING …, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 10ALL PRO MANAGEMENT LLC, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 11QUALITY WINDOW CLEAN…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 6JENKINTOWN BUILDING …, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 6CA HEALTH BENEFIT EX…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 0CHESTERFIELD TWP PUB…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 34K&S STAFFING SOLUTIO…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 2MACSONS, INC., OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 1EAGLESWOOD TOWNSHIP …, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 17BUFFALO CITY DEPARTM…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 8TOWNSHIP OF PARSIPPA…, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 14United Plastics INC, OSHA inspections: 6 · Violations cited: 30
United Plastics INC has 6 OSHA inspections on record and 30 violations cited. The crosshair marks the median among these Administrative & Waste Services peers. Across this sector's tracked employers, more inspections is moderately associated with more violations found -- not a coincidence, but not a guarantee either.

United Plastics INC in the Administrative & Waste Services enforcement ledger

Administrative & Waste Services sector: United Plastics INC is the #1,397 heaviest OSHA penalty carrier of 3,556 employers with nonzero fines ($7,780).

How United Plastics INC Compares

United Plastics INC's 5.00 violations per inspection compares to the Administrative & Waste Services sector average of 2.7 violations per employer.

Against the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of $3,740 per employer, this employer's current OSHA penalty runs well above peers (2.1x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

6

First Inspection

2014-06-23

Last Inspection

2025-08-22

Inspection Span

11 yrs

Violations / Inspection

5.0

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$1,297

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,188

What this shows 6 inspections over 11 years, averaging 5.0 violations per visit. That's $1,297 per inspection vs. the Administrative & Waste Services average of $3,188.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

15

Serious

50.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

15

Other-Than-Serious

50.0% 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

$16,900

Current Penalty Amount

$7,780

Penalty Reduction

54.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $9,120 from the initial assessment of $16,900. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Administrative & Waste Services

How United Plastics INC compares to the Administrative & Waste Services sector, which has 12,823 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric United Plastics INC Industry Avg
Inspections 6 1.2
Violations 30 2.7
Total Penalty $7,780 $3,740
Avg Penalty per Inspection $1,297 $3,188
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Nationwide Administrative & Waste Services peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for United Plastics INC, both outside MI so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($7,780 here).

Sa Total Tree Service $7,777 TX Waste Not $7,760 FL Sod Shop, INC. $7,800 KS Professional Janitorial Services (PJS) $7,800 TX

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (6 inspections here).

Township of Randolph Department of Public Works 6 insp. Randolph, NJ Kirchner, LLC 6 insp. Tonawanda, NY Mid-Iowa Environmental Corporation 6 insp. Des Moines, IA A Sharkey Demolition Services 6 insp. Dubuque, IA

Nearby & Similar Employers in Administrative & Waste Services

Showing 5 of 12822 other employers tracked in this sector.

Tradesmen International
Pleasanton, CA
0 inspections $0
Sa Total Tree Service
Helotes, TX
2 inspections $7,777
Minnesota Diversified Industries, Inc.
Hibbing, MN
0 inspections $0
Kut & Kill
Harrisburg, SD
0 inspections $0
Maintenance Engineer's
Hill AFB, UT
0 inspections $0

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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 United Plastics INC safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, United Plastics INC's workplace safety record is concerning, with multiple serious compliance issues. The employer has 30 violations across 6 inspections, including 15 serious violations. Compared to Administrative & Waste Services industry peers, this is above average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does United Plastics INC have? ▼
United Plastics INC has 30 OSHA violations on record, including 15 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $7,780.
How many OSHA inspections has United Plastics INC had? ▼
United Plastics INC has had 6 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2014-06-23 and the most recent on 2025-08-22. This averages 5.0 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for United Plastics INC? ▼
United Plastics INC has been assessed $7,780 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $16,900 (a 54.0% reduction).
Does United Plastics INC have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. United Plastics INC has 15 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 United Plastics INC operate in? ▼
United Plastics INC operates in the Administrative & Waste Services sector (NAICS code 562920). This industry has 12,823 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 15,043 total OSHA inspections and $47.95M in cumulative penalties.
Where does United Plastics INC rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, United Plastics INC ranks #42,356 (the upper 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 United Plastics INC's safety record compare to industry average? ▼
United Plastics INC's total OSHA penalty of $7,780 is above the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of $3,740 per employer (2.1x the average). The employer has 6 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Sa Total Tree Service in Helotes, TX is a similar administrative & waste services employer with $7,777 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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