2022 OSHA Penalty Amounts
What happened?
The Department of Labor (DOL) has released its 2022 inflation-adjusted civil monetary penalties that may be assessed on employers for violations of a wide range of federal laws, including the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act). The increased amounts apply to civil penalties that are assessed on or after January 15, 2022.
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| Violation Type | 2021 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Posting requirement | Up to $13,653 for each violation | Up to $14,502 for each violation |
| Other-than-serious violation | Up to $13,653 for each violation | Up to $14,502 for each violation |
| Serious violation | Up to $13,653 for each violation | Up to $14,502 for each violation |
| Willful violation | Between $9,753 and $136,532 per violation | Between $10,360 and $145,027 per violation |
| Uncorrected violation | Up to $13,563 per day until the violation is corrected | Up to $14,502 per day until the violation is corrected |
What do employers need to do?
Employers should become familiar with the new penalty amounts and review their safety protocols to ensure compliance.
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