Rako Roofing Inc.: OSHA inspection 348805839
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Rako Roofing Inc. OSHA violations & penalties
- Violations
- 3
- Proposed penalty
- $42,557
- Willful
- 0
- Repeat
- 2
- Serious
- 1
OSHA opened inspection 348805839 at Rako Roofing Inc. in Northbrook, IL on March 12, 2026 (n inspection). The record lists 3 violations (2 repeat, 1 serious), with $42,557 in proposed penalties and $20,000 current. The most-cited rule was 29 CFR 1926.501, Duty to have fall protection (1 citation). The case is still open, so penalties can change if it is contested or settled.
Penalties by citation type
OSHA standards cited in this inspection
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1 citation · $13,500
Duty to have fall protection
- 1926.501(b)(13) Residential construction
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All 3 citations
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| Citation | Standard | Type | Exposed | Initial penalty | Current penalty | Abate by |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01001 | 1926.502(d)(15) | Serious | 6 | $5.958,00 | $3.000,00 | Not provided |
| 02001 | 1926.102(a)(1) | Repeat | 5 | $6.809,00 | $3.500,00 | Not provided |
| 02002 | 1926.501(b)(13) Residential construction | Repeat | 8 | $29.790,00 | $13.500,00 | Not provided |
Questions about this inspection
How much was Rako Roofing Inc. fined by OSHA?
For inspection 348805839, OSHA proposed $42,557 in penalties; the current penalty is $20,000. The case is open, so the final amount may change.
What OSHA standards was Rako Roofing Inc. cited for?
Most-cited sections in this inspection, with citation counts: 29 CFR 1926.501 (Duty to have fall protection): 1; 29 CFR 1926.102 (Eye and face protection): 1; 29 CFR 1926.502 (Fall protection systems criteria and practices): 1.
What do willful and repeat OSHA citations mean?
A willful citation means OSHA found the employer knowingly failed to comply or acted with plain indifference to worker safety. A repeat citation means the employer was cited for the same or a substantially similar hazard within the last five years. Both carry the highest penalties OSHA can propose.
Is OSHA inspection 348805839 closed?
No. The source lists the case as open. Citations can be contested, and penalties often change at an informal conference or settlement.
Where does this OSHA data come from?
From public U.S. Department of Labor OSHA enforcement records, copied nightly. Check the official record on osha.gov before relying on it.