OSHA 1926.252 citations and penalties
OSHA cited 29 CFR 1926.252 14 times in the last 12 months, with $39,460 in current penalties.
The numbers
Citations by year
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 19 |
| 2025 | 13 |
| 2026 | 12 |
The current year is partial, and OSHA can issue citations up to six months after an inspection.
Where it was cited most
| State | Citations |
|---|---|
| MA | 3 |
| AZ | 2 |
| FL | 2 |
| OH | 2 |
| IL | 1 |
| MN | 1 |
| NJ | 1 |
| TN | 1 |
| WI | 1 |
Industries cited most
| Industry (3-digit NAICS code) | Citations |
|---|---|
| NAICS 238 | 14 |
Largest penalties
| Inspection | Employer | Location | Current penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 349045906 | URX2026XJW184X0233 - NORTHWESTERN BUILDERS, LLC DBA NORTH WEST ROOFING AZ | MESA, AZ | $9,931 |
| 348465444 | VALEN DRYWALL LLC | KISSIMMEE, FL | $4,965 |
| 348665688 | MYLES CONSTRUCTION, LLC. | AVENEL, NJ | $4,256 |
| 349045898 | CPX2026XJW184X0232 - EZ ROOFING COMPANY LLC | MESA, AZ | $4,256 |
| 348737552 | 3D MENDEZ FRAMING SERVICES INC | SWAMPSCOTT, MA | $3,972 |
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.
