1910.1200 Hazard Communication: citations, penalties and recently cited employers
Data as of October 5, 2026 · citations issued Oct 5, 2025 to Oct 5, 2026
Requires chemical manufacturers and importers to classify the hazards of chemicals they produce and prepare labels and safety data sheets, and requires all employers with hazardous chemicals in the workplace to inform and train employees. Employers must maintain a written hazard communication program with a chemical inventory, keep containers labeled, keep safety data sheets readily accessible during each work shift, and train employees on the hazards before initial assignment and when new hazards are introduced. The standard is aligned with the Globally Harmonized System.
What the standard requires
- Develop and maintain a written hazard communication program
- Keep a list of hazardous chemicals present in the workplace
- Ensure workplace containers are labeled with required information
- Maintain safety data sheets readily accessible to employees
- Train employees on chemical hazards and protective measures
Hazards it addresses
- Chemical burns and poisoning
- Respiratory illness from chemical exposure
- Fires from unrecognized flammable materials
Among the most cited standards across manufacturing, auto repair, construction-related shops, and cleaning services.
Plain-language summary written for this site; it is not the regulatory text and not legal advice. Read the official text at eCFR.
Citations by month
Inspections with citations issued, by month of issuance. Hatched months are incomplete: citations reach the public data about a month after issuance.
Most-cited paragraphs
| Paragraph | What it covers | Items | Inspections | Median initial penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910.1200(e)(1) | Written hazard communication program | 2,082 | 2,080 | $480 |
| 1910.1200(h)(1) | Employee information and training | 1,591 | 1,591 | $0 |
| 1910.1200(g)(8) | Safety data sheets readily accessible during each work shift | 748 | 748 | $0 |
| 1910.1200(g)(1) | Safety data sheets for each hazardous chemical | 529 | 528 | $0 |
| 1910.1200(e)(1)(i) | Written hazard communication program | 504 | 504 | $0 |
| 1910.1200(f)(6)(ii) | Workplace labeling of chemical containers | 429 | 429 | $0 |
| 1910.1200(f)(6) | Workplace labeling of chemical containers | 223 | 223 | $0 |
| 1910.1200(h)(3) | 71 | 71 | $0 | |
| 1910.1200(h)(2)(iii) | 53 | 53 | $0 | |
| 1910.1200(f)(6)(i) | Workplace labeling of chemical containers | 48 | 48 | $0 |
| 1910.1200(h)(3)(ii) | 44 | 44 | $607 | |
| 1910.1200(h)(3)(iii) | 42 | 42 | $0 | |
| 1910.1200(h)(3)(iv) | 39 | 39 | $0 | |
| 1910.1200(f)(10) | 26 | 26 | $0 | |
| 1910.1200(h)(2) | 20 | 20 | $0 |
Penalties
Across 6,618 alleged items, OSHA and state-plan offices proposed $8,441,190 in initial penalties. The current total in the public data is $6,453,669, 24% lower after settlements, contests and amendments.
By violation type: Serious 59%; Other-than-serious 38%; Repeat 2%; Willful 0%.
Citations by state
| State | Inspections cited | Items | Initial penalties | Current penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 385 | 485 | $287,200 | $204,510 |
| Tennessee | 318 | 599 | $368,375 | $358,794 |
| Maryland | 234 | 775 | $273,725 | $251,560 |
| Minnesota | 209 | 360 | $233,025 | $181,865 |
| Virginia | 186 | 375 | $273,930 | $227,023 |
| Oregon | 166 | 301 | $125,355 | $120,691 |
| New York | 146 | 247 | $447,033 | $363,650 |
| Illinois | 142 | 236 | $279,908 | $157,439 |
| Connecticut | 134 | 396 | $163,545 | $62,251 |
| North Carolina | 122 | 234 | $116,760 | $105,205 |
| Massachusetts | 100 | 149 | $171,129 | $101,201 |
| New Jersey | 99 | 171 | $425,871 | $375,740 |
| Florida | 86 | 159 | $320,800 | $229,256 |
| Texas | 81 | 124 | $574,487 | $380,759 |
| Pennsylvania | 78 | 153 | $386,190 | $316,927 |
| Ohio | 74 | 137 | $391,783 | $275,996 |
| Nevada | 70 | 99 | $239,869 | $155,760 |
| Kansas | 65 | 141 | $347,286 | $260,049 |
| Puerto Rico | 63 | 191 | $336,042 | $269,304 |
| Wisconsin | 63 | 141 | $309,469 | $244,361 |
By industry
- Manufacturing: 1,024 inspections
- Construction: 688 inspections
- Other services: 276 inspections
- Accommodation & food services: 205 inspections
- Public administration: 173 inspections
- Administrative & waste services: 160 inspections
- Health care & social assistance: 158 inspections
- Retail trade: 158 inspections
Recently cited establishments
About these records. Citations list alleged violations and proposed penalties. Employers can contest them, and many are reduced or withdrawn in settlement. Each row shows the original and the current penalty and a status label derived from the public data as of October 5, 2026. Check the linked osha.gov page for the official record.
| Establishment | Location | Issued | Alleged items | Initial penalty | Current penalty | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crash Champions, LLC | Rochester, NY | Sep 2, 2026 | 2 | $2,837 | $2,837 | Open | osha.gov |
| Natchaug Hospital, Inc. | Mansfield Center, CT | Sep 2, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Open | osha.gov |
| Dine-Aglow Diablo Food Service Fuels | Phoenixville, PA | Sep 1, 2026 | 3 | $8,512 | $8,512 | Open | osha.gov |
| North Shore Community College | Lynn, MA | Sep 1, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Olde Town Pub, Inc. | Leonardtown, MD | Sep 1, 2026 | 4 | $1,925 | $1,925 | Open | osha.gov |
| Lawrence Housing Authority | Lawrence, MA | Sep 1, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| EDC, Inc. | Kernersville, NC | Sep 1, 2026 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Double R Gautier, LLC | Gautier, MS | Sep 1, 2026 | 3 | $7,093 | $4,256 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Framingham Housing Authority | Framingham, MA | Sep 1, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Wollaston Alloys, Inc. | Braintree, MA | Sep 1, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Open | osha.gov |
| Regional Home Care, Inc. | Townsend, MA | Sep 1, 2026 | 1 | $1,062 | $743 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Kingmor Supply, Inc. | Mount Crawford, VA | Aug 31, 2026 | 3 | $4,720 | $4,720 | Open | osha.gov |
| Land-Ron, Inc. | Newport, RI | Aug 31, 2026 | 1 | $790 | $553 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Rhode Island Nurseries, Inc. | Middletown, RI | Aug 31, 2026 | 1 | $4,220 | $2,954 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| McNairy County - Library | Selmer, TN | Aug 31, 2026 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Quality Solid Surface, Inc. | Paterson, NJ | Aug 31, 2026 | 3 | $2,837 | $2,837 | Open | osha.gov |
| Trump Ruffin Commercial, LLC | Las Vegas, NV | Aug 31, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Total Energies Holding Company dba Hutchinson Antivibration Systems Inc. | Cadillac, MI | Aug 31, 2026 | 1 | $3,600 | $3,600 | Final order | osha.gov |
| BP Hotel LLC | Carson City, NV | Aug 31, 2026 | 2 | $10,641 | $10,641 | Contested | osha.gov |
| Robinson Rancheria Resort and Casino | Nice, CA | Aug 31, 2026 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Calvert County Public Schools | Prince Frederick, MD | Aug 31, 2026 | 1 | $1,425 | $1,425 | Contested | osha.gov |
| McNairy County - Highway Department | Selmer, TN | Aug 31, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Soddy Daisy - Public Works | Soddy Daisy, TN | Aug 31, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Soddy Daisy - Police Department | Soddy Daisy, TN | Aug 31, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Riverfront Hospitality LLC | Lynchburg, VA | Aug 31, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Open | osha.gov |
| Martin - Parks Maintenance | Martin, TN | Aug 31, 2026 | 3 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Martin - Police Department | Martin, TN | Aug 31, 2026 | 3 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| CFC Farm & Home Center Rappahannock | Washington, VA | Aug 31, 2026 | 3 | $2,065 | $1,446 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Ardmore - Parks and Recreation | Ardmore, TN | Aug 31, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Smith Construction, Inc. | Ishpeming, MI | Aug 28, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Minn-Alaska Transport | Palmer, AK | Aug 28, 2026 | 3 | $4,729 | $4,729 | Open | osha.gov |
| Lynbrook Vill DPW | Lynbrook, NY | Aug 28, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Total Clean, LLC | Hazel Crest, IL | Aug 28, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| H & M Signs, Inc. | Parkville, MD | Aug 28, 2026 | 4 | $0 | $0 | Open | osha.gov |
| Auto Action Restyling LLC | Kenilworth, NJ | Aug 28, 2026 | 2 | $6,620 | $3,310 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Sna Petro LLC | Silver Spring, MD | Aug 28, 2026 | 4 | $800 | $800 | Open | osha.gov |
| Imo US South, LLC | Nashville, TN | Aug 28, 2026 | 3 | $3,200 | $3,200 | Final order | osha.gov |
| 2375 Ala Wai Property LLC | Honolulu, HI | Aug 28, 2026 | 1 | $11,585 | $11,585 | Open | osha.gov |
| Point O Woods Golf and Country Club | Benton Harbor, MI | Aug 28, 2026 | 2 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Cross General Contracting, Inc. | Ishpeming, MI | Aug 28, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
Often cited together
- 1910.134 Respiratory Protection (737 shared inspections)
- 1910.132 PPE General Requirements (707 shared inspections)
- 1910.151 First Aid (451 shared inspections)
- 1910.303 Electrical General (449 shared inspections)
- 1910.157 Fire Extinguishers (400 shared inspections)
- 1910.305 Wiring Methods (399 shared inspections)
- 1910.147 Lockout/Tagout (353 shared inspections)
- 1910.178 Forklifts (312 shared inspections)
Questions
What does OSHA standard 1910.1200 require?
Requires chemical manufacturers and importers to classify the hazards of chemicals they produce and prepare labels and safety data sheets, and requires all employers with hazardous chemicals in the workplace to inform and train employees. Employers must maintain a written hazard communication program with a chemical inventory, keep containers labeled, keep safety data sheets readily accessible during each work shift, and train employees on the hazards before initial assignment and when new hazards are introduced. The standard is aligned with the Globally Harmonized System.
How often was 1910.1200 cited in the last 12 months?
In the public data as of October 5, 2026, 1910.1200 (Hazard Communication) appeared in 3,489 inspections with citations issued between Oct 5, 2025 and Oct 5, 2026, covering 6,618 alleged violation items.
Which part of 1910.1200 is cited most?
1910.1200(e)(1) was the most-cited paragraph, with 2,082 items: Written hazard communication program
Which states cite 1910.1200 most often?
The most citations under 1910.1200 in this period were issued in Michigan, Tennessee, Maryland.
What is the typical penalty for a 1910.1200 violation?
The median initial (proposed) penalty per item was $0; the median current penalty after settlements and amendments was $0. Totals: $8,441,190 proposed, $6,453,669 current. Penalties vary by violation type, employer size and history, and State Plans set their own amounts.
Are 1910.1200 citations final?
Not necessarily. A citation is an allegation until it becomes a final order. 10% of these items were contested, and many others were changed in settlements. Each listing shows its current status and a link to the official record.