OSHA 1926.760 citations and penalties
OSHA cited 29 CFR 1926.760 101 times in the last 12 months, with $475,076 in current penalties.
The numbers
101citations
100inspections
$475,076current penalties
7%repeat or willful
Citations by year
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 129 |
| 2025 | 111 |
| 2026 | 87 |
The current year is partial, and OSHA can issue citations up to six months after an inspection.
Where it was cited most
| State | Citations |
|---|---|
| TX | 12 |
| MI | 9 |
| SD | 9 |
| TN | 9 |
| KY | 8 |
| PA | 7 |
| FL | 6 |
| AL | 5 |
| IL | 5 |
| NY | 4 |
Industries cited most
| Industry (3-digit NAICS code) | Citations |
|---|---|
| NAICS 238 | 70 |
| NAICS 236 | 22 |
| NAICS 237 | 3 |
| NAICS 332 | 2 |
| NAICS 333 | 2 |
| NAICS 331 | 1 |
| NAICS 339 | 1 |
Largest penalties
| Inspection | Employer | Location | Current penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|---|
| 348790270 | SONNY STEEL ERECTOR'S, INC. | ROSHARON, TX | $19,863 |
| 348532615 | SANCHEZ ROOFING, LLC | TOPEKA, KS | $19,463 |
| 348365859 | BANDINI CONSTRUCTION, LLC | ROME, GA | $16,550 |
| 348566415 | RFX2026XJL680X0057 - FISHER SAND & GRAVEL CO. DBA FISHER INDUSTRIES | ELOY, AZ | $16,550 |
| 348609918 | K POST COMPANY | WESTLAKE, TX | $16,550 |
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.