OSHAFinal Rule
Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Annual Adjustments for 2025
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Summary
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has adjusted the dollar amounts of fines and penalties for workplace safety violations to account for inflation in 2025. This means companies that break workplace safety rules will face higher financial penalties than they did in previous years.
Key Points
- 1OSHA penalties for workplace safety violations are increasing in 2025 to keep up with inflation and maintain their effectiveness as a deterrent
- 2Employers who violate safety rules, fail to report injuries, or ignore hazards will face steeper fines if caught by inspectors
- 3The specific penalty amounts for each type of violation have been recalculated and published for companies and workers to review
- 4This annual adjustment is required by federal law and happens every year to ensure penalties remain meaningful over time
- 5Workers and employers should check OSHA's website to understand the current penalty amounts that apply to their workplace
Key Dates
Published
January 10, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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