1910.1026(d)(1): Determine Chromium (VI) Exposure
Each employer with a workplace or work operation covered by the chromium (VI) standard must determine the 8-hour TWA exposure for each employee exposed to chromium (VI), using either the method in paragraph (d)(2) or paragraph (d)(3).
Key takeaways
- 1910.1026(d)(1) is part of OSHA's general industry standards (29 CFR Part 1910).
- OSHA cited it 172 times in the last 3 years, in 172 inspections, with $207,425 in current penalties.
- Most citations: MN (22), PA (19), IL (16).
- Related part: 1910.1026(d) Exposure determination (252 citations).
- Free 5-minute toolbox talk for your crew below.
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What this rule covers
29 CFR 1910.1026(d)(1) ("General") is one requirement inside 1910.1026 Chromium (VI), 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
(1) General. Each employer who has a workplace or work operation covered by this section shall determine the 8-hour TWA exposure for each employee exposed to chromium (VI). This determination shall be made in accordance with either paragraph (d)(2) or paragraph (d)(3) of this section. 172 citations
Source: eCFR, text current as of 2026-10-15. Read all of 1910.1026.
Where and how often it was cited
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 68 |
| 2025 | 66 |
| 2026 | 29 |
Top states: MN (22), PA (19), IL (16), FL (15), VA (13)
Largest penalties
| Employer | Location | Penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|
| AVANTOR, INC. | CHESTER, CT | $12,278 |
| QUALITY MANUFACTURING CORP. | URBANDALE, IA | $10,050 |
| WILDLIFE CONSERVATION SOCIETY | BRONX, NY | $8,275 |
| THE L.C. DOANE COMPANY | IVORYTON, CT | $7,260 |
| PENN METAL FABRICATORS INC | EBENSBURG, PA | $6,500 |
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OSHA interpretation letters
None exist. OSHA has not published a letter of interpretation for 1910.1026(d)(1).
Related parts of this rule
- 1910.1026(d) Exposure determination 252 citations
- 1910.1026(d)(2) Scheduled monitoring option 73 citations
- 1910.1026(d)(2)(i) 57 citations
- 1910.1026(d)(2)(iv) 6 citations
- 1910.1026(d)(3) Performance-oriented option
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Frequently asked questions
What exposure must be determined?
The 8-hour TWA exposure for each employee exposed to chromium (VI).
Who must do this?
Each employer with a workplace or work operation covered by the chromium (VI) section.
How is it determined?
In accordance with either paragraph (d)(2) or paragraph (d)(3) of the section.
About this page
Sources
- 29 CFR 1910.1026 (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.