Howard County Public School System Safety Record
Ellicott City, MD · Other Services
Significantly elevated violation rate. This employer's safety record is among the worst on file.
Last inspected 01/24/2025
According to OSHA enforcement records, Howard County Public School System in Ellicott City, Maryland has 30 workplace safety violations across 2 inspections, with 11 classified as serious and $0 in total penalties. Safety grade: F (significantly elevated violations). OSHA records span 2018 to 2025.
About This Safety Record
Howard County Public School System in Ellicott City, Maryland has received an F safety grade, indicating a significantly elevated rate of workplace safety violations compared to other employers. Within the other services industry, this places Howard County Public School System among the most frequently cited employers. An F grade is assigned when an employer's weighted violation score exceeds 6.0 per inspection, factoring in the severity of each citation.
11 of the 30 violations on record are classified as serious, meaning OSHA determined they posed a risk of death or serious physical harm. Workers at employers with F safety grades may want to understand their rights under OSHA regulations, including the right to file a complaint about unsafe working conditions without fear of retaliation. Maryland workers who have been injured on the job may also be eligible for workers' compensation benefits.
All-time record: 30 violations, $0 in penalties across 2 inspections
Violation Breakdown · Last 5 years
Repeat Violation Patterns
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Workers' Compensation in Maryland
Workers injured on the job in Maryland may be entitled to medical coverage, temporary & permanent disability, death benefits, vocational rehabilitation.
- Filing deadline: 60 days from injury date
- Important: Must report injury to employer within 10 days; one of the shortest filing deadlines
- Statute: Md. Code, Lab. & Empl. § 9-101 et seq.
This is general information about workers' compensation laws in Maryland, not legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for your specific situation.
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No workplace accident investigations on file for Howard County Public School System in OSHA records.
Inspection History
| Date | Type | Location | Violations | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/24/2025 | Planned? | Ellicott City, MD | 11 | $0 |
| 09/13/2018 | Planned? | Ellicott City, MD | 19 | $0 |
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