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29 CFR 1926.21: Construction safety training

Subpart C—General Safety and Health Provisions · official heading: Safety training and education

Construction employers must teach each worker to recognize and avoid the unsafe conditions of their job, including the specific hazards they will meet.

7,144citations since 2015
6,810employers cited
82%serious, willful or repeat
$2,000median penalty per item

OSHA has cited 29 CFR 1926.21 7,144 times since 2015, against 6,810 employers. Penalties on these items add up to $23,879,668 at their current amounts.

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1926.21(b)(2) · 7,044 citations

(2) The employer shall instruct each employee in the recognition and avoidance of unsafe conditions and the regulations applicable to his work environment to control or eliminate any hazards or other exposure to illness or injury.

1926.21(b)(3) · 28 citations

(3) Employees required to handle or use poisons, caustics, and other harmful substances shall be instructed regarding the safe handling and use, and be made aware of the potential hazards, personal hygiene, and personal protective measures required.

1926.21(b)(1) · 24 citations

(b) Employer responsibility. (1) The employer should avail himself of the safety and health training programs the Secretary provides.

1926.21(b)(5) · 18 citations

(5) Employees required to handle or use flammable liquids, gases, or toxic materials shall be instructed in the safe handling and use of these materials and made aware of the specific requirements contained in subparts D, F, and other applicable subparts of this part.

1926.21(b)(6)(i) · 15 citations

1926.21(a) · 9 citations

(a) General requirements. The Secretary shall, pursuant to section 107(f) of the Act, establish and supervise programs for the education and training of employers and employees in the recognition, avoidance and prevention of unsafe conditions in employments covered by the act.

1926.21(b)(4) · 5 citations

(4) In job site areas where harmful plants or animals are present, employees who may be exposed shall be instructed regarding the potential hazards, and how to avoid injury, and the first aid procedures to be used in the event of injury.

1926.21(b) · 1 citations

Industries cited most

  • Construction 6,424
  • Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services 174
  • Manufacturing 117
  • Utilities 106
  • Public Administration 45
  • Wholesale Trade 40

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