1926.703 Formwork and Shoring: citations, penalties and recently cited employers
Data as of October 5, 2026 · citations issued Oct 5, 2025 to Oct 5, 2026
Formwork for cast-in-place concrete must be designed, built, and maintained to support all vertical and lateral loads expected during placement. Drawings or plans for formwork and shoring must be kept on the jobsite, and shoring must be inspected before and during concrete placement. Forms and shores may not be removed until the concrete has gained enough strength to support its own weight and other loads.
What the standard requires
- Design formwork to support all anticipated loads
- Keep formwork and shoring drawings available on site
- Inspect shoring before, during, and after concrete placement
- Remove forms and shores only after concrete reaches adequate strength
Hazards it addresses
- Formwork collapse during pours
- Workers crushed by failing shores
- Premature stripping causing structural failure
Cited on commercial and infrastructure projects with elevated slabs, walls, and columns.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926.703(a)(1) | Formwork must be designed, fabricated, erected, braced, and maintained to support all vertical and lateral loads. | 9 | 9 | $8,276 |
| 1926.703(d)(1) | 2 | 2 | $8,275 | |
| 1926.703(a)(2) | Drawings or plans for formwork and shoring must be available at the jobsite. | 1 | 1 | $2,838 |
| 1926.703(b)(6) | Shoring and reshoring requirements, including inspection of shoring equipment. | 1 | 1 | $8,276 |
| 1926.703(b)(8)(i) | Shoring and reshoring requirements, including inspection of shoring equipment. | 1 | 1 | $16,550 |
| 1926.703(b)(8)(iv) | Shoring and reshoring requirements, including inspection of shoring equipment. | 1 | 1 | $16,550 |
Penalties
Across 15 alleged items, OSHA and state-plan offices proposed $145,561 in initial penalties. The current total in the public data is $128,692, 12% lower after settlements, contests and amendments.
By violation type: Serious 100%.
Citations by state
| State | Inspections cited | Items | Initial penalties | Current penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 3 | 4 | $35,940 | $27,664 |
| New Jersey | 2 | 2 | $12,106 | $11,268 |
| New York | 2 | 5 | $59,580 | $59,580 |
| Kentucky | 1 | 1 | $6,300 | $3,780 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | 1 | $11,585 | $8,100 |
| Texas | 1 | 1 | $16,550 | $16,550 |
| Utah | 1 | 1 | $3,500 | $1,750 |
By industry
- Construction: 11 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 and deadlines | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baker Concrete Construction Inc. | West Palm Beach, FL | Aug 19, 2026 | 2 | $16,552 | $8,276 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Regis Steel Corp. | Methuen, MA | Aug 19, 2026 | 1 | $11,585 | $8,100 | Informal settlementAbatement due Oct 6, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Pro CA-SA Construction Corp. | Brooklyn, NY | Jul 29, 2026 | 2 | $9,930 | $9,930 | ContestedAbatement due Aug 10, 2026Contested Sep 9, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Archer Western - DE Moya Joint Venture | Miami, FL | Jul 14, 2026 | 1 | $16,550 | $16,550 | Informal settlementAbatement due Aug 21, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Kmi, Inc. | Brooklyn, NY | Apr 27, 2026 | 3 | $49,650 | $49,650 | ContestedAbatement due May 7, 2026Contested May 15, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Southland Contracting Inc. | Dallas, TX | Mar 30, 2026 | 1 | $16,550 | $16,550 | Informal settlementAbatement due Apr 23, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Roy Rock Masonry and Concrete, LLC | Nutley, NJ | Feb 27, 2026 | 1 | $9,268 | $9,268 | ContestedContested Mar 31, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Precon Corporation | Hatton, KY | Feb 3, 2026 | 1 | $6,300 | $3,780 | Informal settlementAbatement due Feb 9, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Blanco Concrete Construction LLC | Delray Beach, FL | Jan 30, 2026 | 1 | $2,838 | $2,838 | Final orderAbatement due Feb 26, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Climb Concrete, LLC | Ogden, UT | Dec 4, 2025 | 1 | $3,500 | $1,750 | Informal settlementAbatement due Dec 31, 2025 | osha.gov |
| 440 Elizabeth NJ LLC | Newark, NJ | Jul 24, 2026 | 1 | $2,838 | $2,000 | Informal settlementAbatement due Jan 16, 2026 | osha.gov |
Often cited together
- 1926.501 Fall Protection (2 shared inspections)
- 1926.503 Fall Protection Training (1 shared inspections)
- 1926.502 Fall Protection Systems (1 shared inspections)
- 1910.1200 Hazard Communication (1 shared inspections)
- 1926.21 Construction Safety Training (1 shared inspections)
- 1926.20 Construction Safety Programs (1 shared inspections)
Questions
What does OSHA standard 1926.703 require?
Formwork for cast-in-place concrete must be designed, built, and maintained to support all vertical and lateral loads expected during placement. Drawings or plans for formwork and shoring must be kept on the jobsite, and shoring must be inspected before and during concrete placement. Forms and shores may not be removed until the concrete has gained enough strength to support its own weight and other loads.
How often was 1926.703 cited in the last 12 months?
In the public data as of October 5, 2026, 1926.703 (Formwork and Shoring) appeared in 11 inspections with citations issued between Oct 5, 2025 and Oct 5, 2026, covering 15 alleged violation items.
Which part of 1926.703 is cited most?
1926.703(a)(1) was the most-cited paragraph, with 9 items: Formwork must be designed, fabricated, erected, braced, and maintained to support all vertical and lateral loads.
Which states cite 1926.703 most often?
The most citations under 1926.703 in this period were issued in Florida, New Jersey, New York.
What is the typical penalty for a 1926.703 violation?
The median initial (proposed) penalty per item was $8,276; the median current penalty after settlements and amendments was $8,100. Totals: $145,561 proposed, $128,692 current. Penalties vary by violation type, employer size and history, and State Plans set their own amounts.
Are 1926.703 citations final?
Not necessarily. A citation is an allegation until it becomes a final order. 40% 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.