1926.304(f): Woodworking Machinery Code
In construction, employers must make sure all woodworking tools and machinery meet the other applicable requirements of ANSI 01.1-1961, Safety Code for Woodworking Machinery.
Key takeaways
- 1926.304(f) is part of OSHA's construction standards (29 CFR Part 1926, Subpart I).
- OSHA cited it 34 times in the last 3 years, in 27 inspections, with $56,987 in current penalties.
- Most citations: IN (11), IA (5), MN (4).
- Free 5-minute toolbox talk for your crew below.
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What this rule covers
29 CFR 1926.304(f) ("Other requirements") is one requirement inside 1926.304 Woodworking tools, an OSHA construction standard (Part 1926, Subpart I). 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
(f) Other requirements. All woodworking tools and machinery shall meet other applicable requirements of American National Standards Institute, 01.1-1961, Safety Code for Woodworking Machinery. 34 citations
Source: eCFR, text current as of 2026-10-15. Read all of 1926.304.
Where and how often it was cited
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 14 |
| 2025 | 14 |
| 2026 | 5 |
Top states: IN (11), IA (5), MN (4), IL (4), MD (3)
Largest penalties
| Employer | Location | Penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|
| KIMBERLY CONSTRUCTION, LLC | CHICAGO, IL | $11,916 |
| CAESARS ENTERTAINMENT, INC | RENO, NV | $9,219 |
| L3 CONSTRUCTION, LLC | GLENBROOK, NV | $4,610 |
| 68473 - RYAN KIVETT CONSTRUCTION LLC | FRANKLIN, KY | $3,500 |
| 107560 - FRANA COMPANIES INC | SAINT PAUL, MN | $3,360 |
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OSHA interpretation letters
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Frequently asked questions
What standard applies to woodworking tools in construction?
ANSI 01.1-1961, Safety Code for Woodworking Machinery.
Does this cover both tools and machines?
Yes. It applies to all woodworking tools and machinery.
Is this in addition to other 1926.304 rules?
Yes. It covers other applicable requirements beyond those in the section.
About this page
Sources
- 29 CFR 1926.304 (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.