1910.1026(l)(1)(ii): Chromium (VI) Hazards to Classify
When classifying chromium (VI) hazards for hazard communication, at least cancer, eye irritation and skin sensitization must be addressed.
Key takeaways
- 1910.1026(l)(1)(ii) is part of OSHA's general industry standards (29 CFR Part 1910).
- OSHA cited it 14 times in the last 3 years, in 14 inspections, with $6,304 in current penalties.
- Most citations: TN (4), WI (4), IL (2).
- Related part: 1910.1026(l) Communication of chromium (VI) hazards to employees (173 citations).
- Free 5-minute toolbox talk for your crew below.
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What this rule covers
29 CFR 1910.1026(l)(1)(ii) 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
(ii) In classifying the hazards of chromium (VI) at least the following hazards are to be addressed: Cancer, eye irritation, and skin sensitization. 14 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 | 1 |
| 2024 | 5 |
| 2025 | 3 |
| 2026 | 5 |
Top states: TN (4), WI (4), IL (2), GA (1), MD (1)
Largest penalties
| Employer | Location | Penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|
| WULF BROTHERS INC. | STURGEON BAY, WI | $4,034 |
| WEST METAL WORKS, INC. | BUFFALO, NY | $2,270 |
| SOUTHERN INDUSTRIAL CHEMICALS, INC. | ATLANTA, GA | $0 |
| PRG HOLDINGS, INC. | MEMPHIS, TN | $0 |
| PRODUCTS SUPPORT, LLC | JESSUP, MD | $0 |
Free toolbox talk
A 5-minute crew talk on 1910.1026(l)(1)(ii), plus alerts when this rule changes. Free.
OSHA interpretation letters
None exist. OSHA has not published a letter of interpretation for 1910.1026(l)(1)(ii).
Related parts of this rule
- 1910.1026(l) Communication of chromium (VI) hazards to employees 173 citations
- 1910.1026(l)(1) Hazard communication—general 117 citations
- 1910.1026(l)(1)(iii) 65 citations
- 1910.1026(l)(2) Employee information and training 56 citations
- 1910.1026(l)(2)(i) 38 citations
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Frequently asked questions
What hazards must be addressed for chromium (VI)?
At least cancer, eye irritation and skin sensitization.
Is this part of hazard communication?
Yes. It applies when classifying the hazards of chromium (VI).
Are these the only hazards?
They are the minimum that must be addressed.
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.