OSHA has cited 29 CFR 1915.81 73 times since 2015, against 59 employers. Penalties on these items add up to $168,807 at their current amounts.
Citations per year
The parts of the rule cited most
1915.81(a)(1) · 17 citations
(a) General requirements. (1) The employer shall establish and maintain good housekeeping practices to eliminate hazards to employees to the extent practicable.
1915.81(b)(1)(iii) · 9 citations
(iii) Is clear of tools, materials, equipment, and other objects that may create a hazard for employees; and
1915.81(a)(3) · 7 citations
(3) The employer shall store materials in a manner that does not create a hazard for employees.
1915.81(a)(5) · 7 citations
(5) The employer shall dispose of flammable and combustible substances, such as paint thinners, solvents, rags, scrap, and waste, or store them in covered fire-resistant containers at the end of each workshift or when the job is completed, whichever occurs first.
1915.81(b)(1)(ivc) · 7 citations
(C) Place each hose and cord on walkways, provided the hoses and cords are covered by crossovers or other means that will prevent injury to employees and damage to the hoses and cords; or
1915.81(b)(1)(iv) · 6 citations
(iv) Is clear of hoses and electrical service cords. The employer shall:
1915.81(a)(4) · 4 citations
(4) The employer shall maintain easy and open access to each fire-alarm box, fire-call station, fire-fighting equipment, and each exit, including ladders, staircases, scaffolds, and gangways.
1915.81(b)(1)(ii) · 4 citations
(ii) Is clear of debris, including solid and liquid wastes, that may create a hazard for employees;
Industries cited most
- Manufacturing 57
- Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation 6
- Transportation and Warehousing 3
- Construction 2
- Wholesale Trade 2
- Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction 1
States cited most
- California 14
- Kentucky 10
- Alaska 8
- Virginia 7
- South Carolina 4
- Texas 4
- Alabama 3
- Arkansas 3
Recently cited employers
- Jag Alaska Ketchikan Ketchikan, AK · Aug 28, 2026
- Landry Boat Works, Inc. Bayou La Batre, AL · May 5, 2026
- Serco North America, Inc Newport News, VA · Mar 9, 2026
- Epsilon Systems Solutions Inc San Diego, CA · Mar 4, 2026
- Detyens Shipyards, Inc. North Charleston, SC · Feb 10, 2026
- Dept. of Defense - Usmc Twentynine Palms Mcb, CA · Dec 19, 2025