OSHA 1926.304 citations and penalties
OSHA cited 29 CFR 1926.304 107 times in the last 12 months, with $301,752 in current penalties.
The numbers
107citations
98inspections
$301,752current penalties
4%repeat or willful
Citations by year
| Year | Citas |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 100 |
| 2025 | 111 |
| 2026 | 84 |
The current year is partial, and OSHA can issue citations up to six months after an inspection.
Where it was cited most
| Estado | Citas |
|---|---|
| Texas | 25 |
| Florida | 15 |
| Illinois | 9 |
| Georgia | 8 |
| Alabama | 6 |
| EN | 6 |
| Rhode Island | 5 |
| MAMÁ | 4 |
| Virginia | 4 |
| Minnesota | 3 |
Industries cited most
| Industry (3-digit NAICS code) | Citas |
|---|---|
| NAICS 238 | 80 |
| NAICS 236 | 24 |
| NAICS 237 | 1 |
| NAICS 531 | 1 |
| NAICS 721 | 1 |
Largest penalties
| Inspection | Employer | Location | Current penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 348421058 | CHASE ROOFING, LLC | YORKTOWN, VA | $16,285 |
| 348421140 | TIDEWATER PROBUILD, INC. | YORKTOWN, VA | $16,285 |
| 348396664 | KIMBERLY CONSTRUCTION, LLC | CHICAGO, IL | $11,916 |
| 348681990 | MICHELS CONSTRUCTION, INC. | HAMILTON, IL | $11,585 |
| 348809328 | HAUSMANN CONSTRUCTION INC. | FORT COLLINS, CO | $10,000 |
Stay ahead of an inspection
Most of these citations can be prevented with training and a written program. Start with the rule's guide, then train the whole crew.
Acerca de estos datos
Public U.S. Department of Labor enforcement records for federal OSHA standards, copied nightly. Window: citations issued since 2025-10-17; data as of 2026-10-16. State-plan rules (for example California or Washington codes) are not counted here. Penalties change when cases settle. Verify any inspection at osha.gov. Black Belt Safety is not part of OSHA or the Department of Labor.