1910.272(e)(1)(ii): Grain Handling Job Task Training
Grain handling employers must train employees in the specific procedures and safety practices for their job tasks, including cleaning grinding equipment, clearing choked legs, housekeeping, hot work, preventive maintenance and lock-out/tag-out.
Key takeaways
- 1910.272(e)(1)(ii) is part of OSHA's general industry standards (29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart R).
- OSHA cited it 15 times in the last 3 years, in 15 inspections, with $82,967 in current penalties.
- 1 death is linked to inspections that cited this rule.
- Most citations: AR (2), NE (2), NC (2).
- Related part: 1910.272(e) Training (38 citations).
- Free 5-minute toolbox talk for your crew below.
In this article
What this rule covers
29 CFR 1910.272(e)(1)(ii) is one requirement inside 1910.272 Grain handling facilities, an OSHA general industry standard (Part 1910, Subpart R). 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) Specific procedures and safety practices applicable to their job tasks including but not limited to, cleaning procedures for grinding equipment, clearing procedures for choked legs, housekeeping procedures, hot work procedures, preventive maintenance procedures and lock-out/tag-out procedures. 15 citations
Source: eCFR, text current as of 2026-10-15. Read all of 1910.272.
Injuries linked to this rule
1 death is linked to inspections where OSHA cited 1910.272(e)(1)(ii).
At approximately 7:00 p.m. on February 24, 2025, Employee #1 entered a grain binwhile operating an auger. While inside the bin, the employee was caught in the sweep auger and sustained fatal injuries.
Where and how often it was cited
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 9 |
| 2025 | 2 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Top states: AR (2), NE (2), NC (2), TX (1), IL (1)
Largest penalties
| Employer | Location | Penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|
| ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND COMPANY | LINCOLN, NE | $16,131 |
| RAIL MODAL GROUP LLC | FREMONT, NE | $15,970 |
| ADM MILLING CO. | ABILENE, KS | $9,218 |
| HARVEST RICE - OTWELL, LLC | WEINER, AR | $8,873 |
| WISE STAFFING SERVICES, INC. | WEINER, AR | $8,066 |
Free toolbox talk
A 5-minute crew talk on 1910.272(e)(1)(ii), plus alerts when this rule changes. Free.
OSHA interpretation letters
None exist. OSHA has not published a letter of interpretation for 1910.272(e)(1)(ii).
Related parts of this rule
- 1910.272(e) Training 38 citations
- 1910.272(e)(1) 32 citations
- 1910.272(e)(2) 6 citations
- 1910.272(e)(1)(i) 1 citations
Get your crew competent
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Frequently asked questions
What procedures must training cover?
Specific procedures and safety practices for their job tasks, including but not limited to the listed procedures.
Is lockout/tagout included?
Yes. Lock-out/tag-out procedures are listed.
Does training cover choked legs?
Yes. Clearing procedures for choked legs are listed.
About this page
Sources
- 29 CFR 1910.272 (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 2026-10-22
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.