1910.1027(f)(2): Cadmium Written Compliance Program
Where the cadmium PEL is exceeded, employers must set up a written compliance program using engineering and work practice controls, and respirators where controls cannot reach the PEL. The program must describe each operation, the control methods, monitoring data, an implementation schedule, work practices and an emergency plan, and be reviewed and updated at least annually.
Key takeaways
- 1910.1027(f)(2) is part of OSHA's general industry standards (29 CFR Part 1910).
- OSHA cited it 10 times in the last 3 years, in 6 inspections, with $10,386 in current penalties.
- 1 death is linked to inspections that cited this rule.
- Most citations: TN (4), MO (3), OH (1).
- Related part: 1910.1027(f) Methods of compliance (14 citations).
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What this rule covers
29 CFR 1910.1027(f)(2) ("Compliance program") is one requirement inside 1910.1027 Cadmium, an OSHA general industry standard (Part 1910). It includes 12 sub-paragraphs. The official text below is copied word for word from the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR). The numbers, injury cases and training on this page show how OSHA enforces it on real job sites.
Official text
(2) Compliance program. 10 citations
(i) Where the PEL is exceeded, the employer shall establish and implement a written compliance program to reduce employee exposure to or below the PEL by means of engineering and work practice controls, as required by paragraph (f)(1) of this section. To the extent that engineering and work practice controls cannot reduce exposures to or below the PEL, the employer shall include in the written compliance program the use of appropriate respiratory protection to achieve compliance with the PEL. Open (f)(2)(i) 3 citations
(ii) Written compliance programs shall include at least the following: 6 citations
(A) A description of each operation in which cadmium is emitted; e.g., machinery used, material processed, controls in place, crew size, employee job responsibilities, operating procedures, and maintenance practices; 2 citations
(B) A description of the specific means that will be employed to achieve compliance, including engineering plans and studies used to determine methods selected for controlling exposure to cadmium, as well as, where necessary, the use of appropriate respiratory protection to achieve the PEL; 1 citations
(C) A report of the technology considered in meeting the PEL; 1 citations
(D) Air monitoring data that document the sources of cadmium emissions;
(E) A detailed schedule for implementation of the program, including documentation such as copies of purchase orders for equipment, construction contracts, etc.; 1 citations
(F) A work practice program that includes items required under paragraphs (h), (i), and (j) of this section;
(G) A written plan for emergency situations, as specified in paragraph (h) of this section; and 1 citations
(H) Other relevant information.
(iii) The written compliance programs shall be reviewed and updated at least annually, or more often if necessary, to reflect significant changes in the employer's compliance status. 1 citations
(iv) Written compliance programs shall be provided upon request for examination and copying to affected employees, designated employee representatives as well as to the Assistant Secretary, and the Director.
Source: eCFR, text current as of 2026-10-15. Read all of 1910.1027.
Export the list: 6 inspections cited 1910.1027(f)(2) in the last 3 years, with employer, location, penalty and date.
Purple Belt, $59/moInjuries linked to this rule
1 death is linked to inspections where OSHA cited 1910.1027(f)(2).
At 10:00 a.m. on February 23, 2024, an employee working as a machine operator for an aircraft parts manufacturer was working in the fabrication department. The employee inhaled plastic dust which led to the employee developing pneumonia. At 9:00 a.m. on May 2, 2024, the…
Where and how often it was cited
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Top states: TN (4), MO (3), OH (1), NM (1), FL (1)
Largest penalties
| Employer | Location | Penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|
| AERSALE COMPONENTS SOLUTIONS | RIO RANCHO, NM | $9,643 |
| GA TELESIS LANDING GEAR SERVICES, LLC | MIAMI, FL | $743 |
| NATIONAL FLEET SERVICES OF OHIO, LLC | AVON LAKE, OH | $0 |
| THE BUICK RESOURCE RECYCLING FACILITY | BOSS, MO | $0 |
| NYRSTAR CLARKSVILLE INC. | CLARKSVILLE, TN | $0 |
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OSHA interpretation letters
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Related parts of this rule
- 1910.1027(f) Methods of compliance 14 citations
- 1910.1027(f)(2)(i) 3 citations
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Frequently asked questions
When is a written program required?
Where the PEL is exceeded.
How often must it be updated?
At least annually, or more often if necessary.
What must it include?
Descriptions of operations and control methods, a technology report, air monitoring data, a schedule, a work practice program, an emergency plan and other relevant information.
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Sources
- 29 CFR 1910.1027 (eCFR), text current as of 2026-10-15
- U.S. Department of Labor enforcement data: OSHA inspections, citations and accident records, copied nightly; data as of 2026-11-05
3-year window. Federal OSHA only; state-plan rules are not counted. Plain-language text is a summary, not legal advice; the official text controls. Black Belt Safety is not part of OSHA or the Department of Labor.