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Administrative & Waste Services · Elkridge, MD

WM Recycle America, L.L.C.

According to OSHA enforcement records (2010–2026), WM Recycle America, L.L.C. ranks #82,604 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers by total current penalty, with a mixed safety record: 5 violations across 4 inspections.

Lower half by penalty60% serious
$1,375
OSHA penalties
5
Violations cited
4
OSHA inspections
#82,604
of 99,447 penalized employers

WM Recycle America, L.L.C. in Elkridge, MD has been the subject of 4 OSHA workplace inspections and 5 citations since 2010, according to enforcement records from the U.S. Department of Labor. Total penalties assessed: $1,375. All enforcement data below is sourced from the DOL public enforcement databases at data.dol.gov.

The record in one line

OSHA has inspected WM Recycle America, L.L.C. 4 times across a longer 10-year span, an infrequent cadence. These inspections resulted in 5 violations, averaging 1.3 per inspection. According to OSHA enforcement records, its total current penalty ranks #82,604 of 99,447 penalized U.S. employers (the lower half of penalized employers nationally). Of these, 3 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 well above peers (3.4x the sector average) on inspection frequency. For comparison, Akima Support Operations in Herndon, VA is another administrative & waste services employer with 0 OSHA inspections on record and $0 in current penalties.

1.3
violations per inspection
60.0%
of violations were serious
#82,604
of 99,447 penalized employers

Compliance score

C 72/100
  • C OSHA safety compliance: 5 violations across 4 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 WM Recycle America, L.L.C. compares on OSHA penalties

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

in penalties

What this shows WM Recycle America, L.L.C. 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

$1,375 Top 17% most affordable more affordable than 83% 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 Administrative & Waste Services employers with an OSHA inspection on record, placed by inspections and violations cited. The highlighted dot is WM Recycle America, L.L.C..

Frequently inspected, many findingsRarely inspected, many findingsFrequently inspected, clean recordBelow median on both4.04.044.04.0013.426.840.253.5OSHA inspectionsViolations citedGILTON RESOURCE RECO…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 7CHAUTAUQUA LODGE, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 51BOROUGH OF FAIRVIEW, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 4RUITER CONSTRUCTION,…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 22BOROUGH OF PINE BEAC…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 16BOROUGH OF NETCONG W…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 11LOGAN TOWNSHIP DPW, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 20ENVIRONMENTAL EDGE, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 6ALORICA, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 1REPUBLIC SERVICES, I…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 1PHILLIPS TREE EXPERT…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 0Bartash Printing, Inc, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 7BOROUGH OF SURF CITY…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 18TREES INC, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 3VANDOR CORPORATION, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 12HARVARD MAINTENANCE …, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 3BELFOR ENVIRONMENTAL…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 5NORTECH WASTE LLC, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 17FULL STEAM STAFFING, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 2PATERSON DPW-ELLISON…, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 23WM Recycle America, …, OSHA inspections: 4 · Violations cited: 5
WM Recycle America, L.L.C. has 4 OSHA inspections on record and 5 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.

WM Recycle America, L.L.C. in the Administrative & Waste Services enforcement ledger

In Administrative & Waste Services, WM Recycle America, L.L.C. sits at penalty rank #2,768 of 3,556 penalized establishments ($1,375 assessed).

How WM Recycle America, L.L.C. Compares

WM Recycle America, L.L.C.'s 1.25 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 moderately below peers (0.4x the sector average).

Enforcement detail

OSHA Inspection History

Total Inspections

4

First Inspection

2015-07-24

Last Inspection

2025-05-20

Inspection Span

10 yrs

Violations / Inspection

1.3

Avg Penalty / Inspection

$344

Industry Avg / Inspection

$3,188

What this shows 4 inspections over 10 years, averaging 1.3 violations per visit. That's $344 per inspection vs. the Administrative & Waste Services average of $3,188.

Enforcement detail

Violation Breakdown

3

Serious

60.0% of total

0

Willful

0.0% of total

0

Repeat

0.0% of total

2

Other-Than-Serious

40.0% 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

$3,824

Current Penalty Amount

$1,375

Penalty Reduction

64.0%

What this shows Penalties were reduced by $2,449 from the initial assessment of $3,824. Reductions may result from informal settlements, formal contests, or negotiated agreements with OSHA.

Industry Safety Context: Administrative & Waste Services

How WM Recycle America, L.L.C. compares to the Administrative & Waste Services sector, which has 12,823 employers tracked by PlainWorker.

Metric WM Recycle America, L.L.C. Industry Avg
Inspections 4 1.2
Violations 5 2.7
Total Penalty $1,375 $3,740
Avg Penalty per Inspection $344 $3,188
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Nationwide Administrative & Waste Services peers with similar penalties or inspection counts

Two OSHA-record peer sets for WM Recycle America, L.L.C., both outside MD so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment.

Similar current OSHA penalty

Nearest same-sector employers by current assessed penalty ($1,375 here).

A & L Abatement LLC $1,377 CO A Step IN Time Chimney Cleaners $1,366 VA Total Environmental Restoration Solutions $1,365 NY Team Environmental Group $1,363 TN

Similar OSHA inspection count

Same-sector employers with a comparable inspection history outside this state (4 inspections here).

Gilton Resource Recovery/Transfer Facility, INC. 4 insp. Modesto, CA Chautauqua Lodge 4 insp. Long Beach, WA Borough of Fairview 4 insp. Fairview, NJ Ruiter Construction, LLC 4 insp. Las Vegas, NV

Nearby & Similar Employers in Administrative & Waste Services

Showing 5 of 12822 other employers tracked in this sector.

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0 inspections $0
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0 inspections $0
Akima Support Operations
Herndon, VA
0 inspections $0
Aegis Communications Group, LLC
Dallas, TX
0 inspections $0
A & L Abatement LLC
Denver, CO
2 inspections $1,377

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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 WM Recycle America, L.L.C. safe to work at? ▼
Based on OSHA records, WM Recycle America, L.L.C.'s workplace safety record is mixed, with some compliance concerns. The employer has 5 violations across 4 inspections, including 3 serious violations. Compared to Administrative & Waste Services industry peers, this is below average for penalties. Review the full inspection history below for details.
How many OSHA violations does WM Recycle America, L.L.C. have? ▼
WM Recycle America, L.L.C. has 5 OSHA violations on record, including 3 serious, 0 willful, and 0 repeat violations. The total current penalty amount is $1,375.
How many OSHA inspections has WM Recycle America, L.L.C. had? ▼
WM Recycle America, L.L.C. has had 4 OSHA inspections, with the first recorded on 2015-07-24 and the most recent on 2025-05-20. This averages 1.3 violations per inspection.
What is the total penalty amount for WM Recycle America, L.L.C.? ▼
WM Recycle America, L.L.C. has been assessed $1,375 in current OSHA penalties, reduced from an initial assessment of $3,824 (a 64.0% reduction).
Does WM Recycle America, L.L.C. have any serious or willful violations? ▼
Yes. WM Recycle America, L.L.C. has 3 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 WM Recycle America, L.L.C. operate in? ▼
WM Recycle America, L.L.C. operates in the Administrative & Waste Services sector (NAICS code 562111). This industry has 12,823 employers tracked by PlainWorker, with 15,043 total OSHA inspections and $47.95M in cumulative penalties.
Where does WM Recycle America, L.L.C. rank nationally on OSHA penalties? ▼
Among the 99,447 U.S. employers with a nonzero current OSHA penalty in PlainWorker's corpus, WM Recycle America, L.L.C. ranks #82,604 (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 WM Recycle America, L.L.C.'s safety record compare to industry average? ▼
WM Recycle America, L.L.C.'s total OSHA penalty of $1,375 is below the Administrative & Waste Services industry average of $3,740 per employer. The employer has 4 inspections compared to the industry average of 1.2 per employer. For a direct comparison, Akima Support Operations in Herndon, VA is a similar administrative & waste services 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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