OSHA 1904.29 citations and penalties
OSHA cited 29 CFR 1904.29 412 times in the last 12 months, with $296,120 in current penalties.
The numbers
412citations
245inspections
$296,120current penalties
1%repeat or willful
Citations by year
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 606 |
| 2025 | 620 |
| 2026 | 292 |
The current year is partial, and OSHA can issue citations up to six months after an inspection.
Where it was cited most
| State | Citations |
|---|---|
| NJ | 186 |
| PA | 20 |
| PR | 19 |
| AZ | 18 |
| VT | 18 |
| IA | 17 |
| ME | 17 |
| MN | 11 |
| VA | 11 |
| WI | 11 |
Industries cited most
| Industry (3-digit NAICS code) | Citations |
|---|---|
| NAICS 237 | 66 |
| NAICS 611 | 54 |
| NAICS 922 | 35 |
| NAICS 238 | 22 |
| NAICS 332 | 18 |
| NAICS 561 | 16 |
| NAICS 485 | 12 |
| NAICS 311 | 9 |
| NAICS 423 | 9 |
| NAICS 713 | 9 |
Largest penalties
| Inspection | Employer | Location | Current penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 348660879 | CPX2026XTN246X0065 - NEW LEGEND, INC. | PHOENIX, AZ | $10,050 |
| 348245325 | PERFECT INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS INC. | UTUADO, PR | $10,000 |
| 348346222 | DE | SAN GERMAN, PR | $8,000 |
| 348794116 | PLATINIUM WASTE DISPOSAL LLC | COROZAL, PR | $6,800 |
| 348896168 | 69050 - 2ND HOME ADULT DAY HEALTH CARE LLC | LEXINGTON, KY | $6,300 |
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.
About this data
Public U.S. Department of Labor enforcement records for federal OSHA standards, copied nightly. Window: citations issued since 2025-10-16; 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.