OSHA 1910.165 citations and penalties
OSHA cited 29 CFR 1910.165 27 times in the last 12 months, with $277,791 in current penalties.
The numbers
27citations
23inspections
$277,791current penalties
4%repeat or willful
Citations by year
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 34 |
| 2025 | 32 |
| 2026 | 21 |
The current year is partial, and OSHA can issue citations up to six months after an inspection.
Where it was cited most
| State | Citations |
|---|---|
| PA | 5 |
| CA | 4 |
| CO | 4 |
| IA | 2 |
| VA | 2 |
| WY | 2 |
| CT | 1 |
| FL | 1 |
| HI | 1 |
| IN | 1 |
Industries cited most
| Industry (3-digit NAICS code) | Citations |
|---|---|
| NAICS 311 | 3 |
| NAICS 491 | 3 |
| NAICS 115 | 2 |
| NAICS 211 | 2 |
| NAICS 312 | 2 |
| NAICS 811 | 2 |
| NAICS 321 | 1 |
| NAICS 322 | 1 |
| NAICS 325 | 1 |
| NAICS 335 | 1 |
Largest penalties
| Inspection | Employer | Location | Current penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 348535261 | KRAFT HEINZ | MUSCATINE, IA | $220,000 |
| 348450750 | ARDENT MILLS, LLC | EASTON, PA | $15,000 |
| 348720350 | WALMART, INC. | CASPER, WY | $9,045 |
| 348522269 | SPLASH MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC | SHELBURNE, VT | $8,867 |
| 348499450 | MURDOCH'S RANCH & HOME SUPPLY | CHEYENNE, WY | $8,649 |
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.