1926.59 Construction Hazard Communication: citations, penalties and recently cited employers
Data as of October 5, 2026 · citations issued Oct 5, 2025 to Oct 5, 2026
This section adopts the general industry Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200 for construction work. Contractors must maintain a written hazard communication program, keep safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals on site, ensure containers are labeled, and train workers on the chemical hazards they may encounter. On multi-employer sites, contractors must share information about chemicals that could affect other trades.
What the standard requires
- Maintain a written hazard communication program for the jobsite
- Keep safety data sheets accessible for each hazardous chemical
- Ensure chemical containers are properly labeled
- Train workers on chemical hazards and protective measures
Hazards it addresses
- Chemical burns and skin irritation
- Inhalation of toxic vapors
- Fires from mishandled flammable products
Cited among construction contractors using adhesives, paints, solvents, and concrete products.
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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.
Penalties
Across 19 alleged items, OSHA and state-plan offices proposed $31,117 in initial penalties. The current total in the public data is $21,532, 31% lower after settlements, contests and amendments.
By violation type: Other-than-serious 58%; Serious 42%.
Citations by state
| State | Inspections cited | Items | Initial penalties | Current penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 11 | 11 | $0 | $0 |
| Florida | 2 | 2 | $11,916 | $9,533 |
| New York | 2 | 2 | $2,270 | $1,702 |
| Georgia | 1 | 1 | $1,702 | $1,702 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | 1 | $3,405 | $1,500 |
| Puerto Rico | 1 | 2 | $11,824 | $7,094 |
By industry
- Construction: 16 inspections
- Administrative & waste services: 1 inspections
- Public administration: 1 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 Employers can contest them, and many are reduced or withdrawn in settlement.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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A.M. Electric Inc. | Ponce, PR | Aug 12, 2026 | 2 | $11,824 | $7,094 | OpenAbatement due Aug 18, 2026Contest deadline ~Sep 2, 2026 (est.) | osha.gov |
| Brothers Roofing & Construction LLC | Boston, MA | Jul 30, 2026 | 1 | $3,405 | $1,500 | Informal settlementAbatement due Sep 18, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Name withheld (individual) | Elberton, GA | Jul 29, 2026 | 1 | $1,702 | $1,702 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Sic Services LLC | Apollo Beach, FL | Jul 10, 2026 | 1 | $5,958 | $5,958 | Final orderAbatement due Aug 5, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Reyes 8 Construction, LLC | Port Charlotte, FL | Jun 2, 2026 | 1 | $5,958 | $3,575 | Informal settlementAbatement due Jun 29, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Blaylock Plumbing, Inc. | Duffield, VA | May 1, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| 3J Steel Erectors, LLC | Duffield, VA | May 1, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due May 28, 2026 | osha.gov |
| PV Remodeling & Paint LLC | Danville, VA | Apr 10, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due May 6, 2026 | osha.gov |
| McNally Painting Company | Lebanon, VA | Apr 10, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Name withheld (individual) | Canandaigua, NY | Feb 25, 2026 | 1 | $2,270 | $1,702 | Informal settlementAbatement due Mar 23, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Cfe Inc. | Odessa, NY | Feb 2, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Superior Septic Services Inc. | Rocky Mount, VA | Jan 29, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlementAbatement due Feb 25, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Traxon Construction Inc. | Pound, VA | Jan 15, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Feb 11, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Leonard Roofing LLC | Bristol, VA | Nov 25, 2025 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlementAbatement due Dec 23, 2025 | osha.gov |
| Whitlock Plumbing & Heating, Inc. | Martinsville, VA | Nov 7, 2025 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Dec 8, 2025 | osha.gov |
| City of Roanoke Facilities Management | Roanoke, VA | Oct 16, 2025 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Nov 12, 2025 | osha.gov |
| Jimmy Oakley Painting, Inc. | Danville, VA | Oct 7, 2025 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Blair Construction, Inc. | Danville, VA | Oct 7, 2025 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
Often cited together
- 1926.501 Fall Protection (5 shared inspections)
- 1926.50 Construction First Aid (4 shared inspections)
- 1926.1053 Ladder Safety (3 shared inspections)
- 1926.503 Fall Protection Training (3 shared inspections)
- 1926.405 Temporary Wiring and Cords (2 shared inspections)
- 1926.95 PPE Criteria (2 shared inspections)
- 1910.134 Respiratory Protection (2 shared inspections)
- 1926.403 Electrical Equipment Installation (1 shared inspections)
Questions
What does OSHA standard 1926.59 require?
This section adopts the general industry Hazard Communication Standard at 29 CFR 1910.1200 for construction work. Contractors must maintain a written hazard communication program, keep safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals on site, ensure containers are labeled, and train workers on the chemical hazards they may encounter. On multi-employer sites, contractors must share information about chemicals that could affect other trades.
How often was 1926.59 cited in the last 12 months?
In the public data as of October 5, 2026, 1926.59 (Construction Hazard Communication) appeared in 18 inspections with citations issued between Oct 5, 2025 and Oct 5, 2026, covering 19 alleged violation items.
Which states cite 1926.59 most often?
The most citations under 1926.59 in this period were issued in Virginia, Florida, New York.
What is the typical penalty for a 1926.59 violation?
The median initial (proposed) penalty per item was $0; the median current penalty after settlements and amendments was $0. Totals: $31,117 proposed, $21,532 current. Penalties vary by violation type, employer size and history, and State Plans set their own amounts.
Are 1926.59 citations final?
Not necessarily. A citation is an allegation until it becomes a final order. 0% 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.