1910.1052(i)(2): Eyewash for Methylene Chloride
If it is reasonably foreseeable that an employee's eyes may contact solutions containing 0.1 percent or greater methylene chloride (MC), employers must provide appropriate eyewash facilities within the immediate work area for emergency use and ensure employees use them when necessary.
Key takeaways
- 1910.1052(i)(2) is part of OSHA's general industry standards (29 CFR Part 1910).
- OSHA cited it 18 times in the last 3 years, in 18 inspections, with $9,739 in current penalties.
- Most citations: TN (5), PA (3), MD (2).
- Related part: 1910.1052(i) Hygiene facilities (24 citations).
- Free 5-minute toolbox talk for your crew below.
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What this rule covers
29 CFR 1910.1052(i)(2) is one requirement inside 1910.1052 Methylene chloride, an OSHA general industry standard (Part 1910). 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) If it is reasonably foreseeable that an employee's eyes may contact solutions containing 0.1 percent or greater MC (for example through splashes, spills or improper work practices), the employer shall provide appropriate eyewash facilities within the immediate work area for emergency use, and shall ensure that affected employees use those facilities when necessary. 18 citations
Source: eCFR, text current as of 2026-10-15. Read all of 1910.1052.
Where and how often it was cited
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 8 |
| 2025 | 7 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Top states: TN (5), PA (3), MD (2), OR (2), WI (2)
Largest penalties
| Employer | Location | Penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|
| DAIGLE BROTHERS, INC. | TOMAHAWK, WI | $5,647 |
| EPSCO POWDER AND INDUSTRIAL COATINGS LLC | BOISE, ID | $2,126 |
| TUBRO COMPANY INCORPORATED | WARMINSTER, PA | $1,166 |
| VANDERKOLK PAINTING INC DBA VANDERKOLK & KOOI PAINTING | GRAND RAPIDS, MI | $500 |
| 317734205 - KG FAB AND MACHINE INC | HILLSBORO, OR | $300 |
Free toolbox talk
A 5-minute crew talk on 1910.1052(i)(2), plus alerts when this rule changes. Free.
OSHA interpretation letters
None exist. OSHA has not published a letter of interpretation for 1910.1052(i)(2).
Related parts of this rule
- 1910.1052(i) Hygiene facilities 24 citations
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Frequently asked questions
When is an eyewash required for methylene chloride?
When it is reasonably foreseeable that eyes may contact solutions containing 0.1 percent or greater MC, such as through splashes or spills.
Where must the eyewash be?
Within the immediate work area.
Must workers use the eyewash?
Yes. The employer must ensure affected employees use it when necessary.
About this page
Sources
- 29 CFR 1910.1052 (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 2026-10-20
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.