Free OSHA Enforcement Intelligence & Data 2025
Inspection Data, Trends & Risk Analysis
Knowledge is the foundation of compliance. This resource provides current enforcement statistics, violation trends, inspection triggers, and regional data to help you understand and mitigate your compliance risk.
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OSHA National Enforcement Overview 2025
Federal OSHA workplace inspections conducted per year
Additional inspections by approved State Plan programs
Average annual citations for OSHA violations
Annual penalties collected from OSHA violations
Top 10 Most Cited OSHA Standards 2025
Understanding the most frequently cited violations helps prioritize compliance efforts. These are the standards most often resulting in citations:
| Rank | Standard | Citations | Primary Industry |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Fall Protection (1926.501) | 7,271 | Construction |
| #2 | Hazard Communication (1910.1200) | 3,213 | General Industry |
| #3 | Ladders (1926.1053) | 2,978 | Construction |
| #4 | Respiratory Protection (1910.134) | 2,481 | General Industry |
| #5 | Scaffolding (1926.451) | 2,073 | Construction |
| #6 | Lockout/Tagout (1910.147) | 1,977 | General Industry |
| #7 | Fall Protection Training (1926.503) | 1,523 | Construction |
| #8 | Powered Industrial Trucks (1910.178) | 1,463 | General Industry |
| #9 | Personal Protective Equipment (1910.132) | 1,381 | General Industry |
| #10 | Machine Guarding (1910.212) | 1,271 | Manufacturing |
Emergency Action Plan Violations
Violations of 29 CFR 1910.38 (Emergency Action Plans) consistently rank in the top 20 most cited standards. Common deficiencies include:
- Missing or inadequate evacuation maps
- Failure to designate assembly areas
- Incomplete emergency procedures documentation
- Lack of employee training on emergency procedures
- Missing or outdated floor plans with exit routes
How OSHA Inspections Are Triggered
OSHA prioritizes inspections based on the following hierarchy. Understanding these triggers helps you prepare and respond appropriately:
Imminent Danger
Situations where death or serious harm could occur immediately
Fatality/Catastrophe
Workplace death or hospitalization of 3+ employees
Worker Complaint
Formal written complaints alleging hazards
Referral
Tips from other agencies, media, or the public
Targeted Inspection
High-hazard industries or employers with poor records
Follow-up
Verification of previous violation abatement
OSHA Regional Coverage & State Programs
OSHA operates through 10 regional offices, each overseeing enforcement in multiple states. Regional priorities and enforcement intensity may vary:
How to Prepare for an OSHA Inspection
Documentation Ready
Maintain current safety programs, training records, and evacuation maps. OSHA inspectors will request these documents.
Current Evacuation Maps
Ensure evacuation maps are posted, up-to-date, and clearly show exit routes, fire extinguisher locations, and assembly areas.
Employee Training
Document all safety training including emergency procedures. Employees may be interviewed during inspections.
Self-Audits
Conduct regular self-inspections using OSHA checklists to identify and correct hazards before an official inspection.
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