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Upload your federal OSHA citation PDF. In a few minutes you get a packet. It shows what to fix first and how to prove each fix to OSHA. It lists who fixes each item (Owner Handoff). It also has proof checklists and template packs. Print it and share it with your team.
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Most cases are $349. A small case is $199. It must have all of these:
- 1 or 2 items
- No repeat or willful items
- $20,000 or less in proposed penalties
- At most 1 item that needs heavy paperwork
- All the work goes to one owner group
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Built for federal 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 standards. Not legal advice. If your case has a death, willful violations or very large penalties, hire an OSHA lawyer. For most routine citations, the hard part is organizing the work and the paperwork.
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Employer
Acme Manufacturing Co.
Items
12
Total penalty
$48,210
Earliest fix due
May 6, 2026
Need written proof
7 items
1910.147 Lockout/Tagoutserious
1910.178 Powered trucksrepeat
1910.1200 HazComserious
Proof checklists, Owner Handoff (who does what), and included template packs unlock in the full packet
What still has to get done
The citation is only the first step.
You may decide to contest (formally disagree with the citation). Either way, you still need to fix each item by its date, gather proof, choose who fixes what, and finish the paperwork.
Per-item deadlines
Abatement dates
Each item has its own date. Missed or unverified abatement can be re-cited as failure-to-abate.
5-year window
Repeat exposure
Repeat violations within 5 years can be penalized up to 10× the base amount. Resolve the first one properly.
Every item
Certifications
OSHA often requires written abatement certification. Missing paperwork leads to follow-on citations.
OSHA Action Packet helps with this work. It shows what to fix, what proof to gather, who owns each item, and what must be ready at the end.
How it works
Three steps. Free preview first.
1STEP 01
Upload your citation
Upload your federal OSHA citation PDF. In about 30 seconds you see a free preview. It shows the employer, the items, the earliest fix dates, items that need written proof, and matching template packs.
2STEP 02
Confirm the preview
Check that the details are right. Some files are not supported (scans, state-plan citations, forms other than OSHA-2). We tell you right away, and you pay nothing.
3STEP 03
Unlock the full packet
Most cases are $349. Small cases are $199. The preview shows your price. In 2 to 5 minutes you get abatement steps and proof needs for every item. You also get Owner Handoff (who does what), What to Confirm (details to check), downloads to print, and template packs. We email you when it is ready.
What you'll receive
The pages in your packet
Start Here (your first steps), Abatement Plan (how to fix each item), Proof & Docs (records to keep), Owner Handoff (who does each fix), What to Confirm (details to check against your citation), a Packet PDF, included Template Packs, and a Full Packet ZIP. Exportable as PDF, CSV, .ics, or ZIP.
Start Here
Packet pageEmployer · priorities · docs
EmployerAcme Manufacturing Co.
Inspection #1048771
Total penalty$48,210
Earliest fix dueMay 6, 2026
lockout-tagouthazcompit
Proof & Docs
Packet pageWhat to gather
DocsPhotos of corrected equipment
DocsTraining roster and signoff
DocsWritten program update
DocsVendor work order
DocsCertification backup
Owner Handoff
Packet pageWho does what
EHS Manager5 items
Maintenance Lead3 items
HR / Training2 items
Outside (recommended)2 items
What you get
What the packet does for you
The packet helps you decide how to fix each item and what records to keep. It does more than list the data from your citation.
See every due date
All fix dates and certification dates are in one list you can download. The contest deadline is shown when it still applies.
You'll know what to gather
A proof list for each item: photos, training records, inspection logs, written programs and work records. Written so a site manager can follow it.
Your team will know who owns what
Each item is routed to EHS, maintenance, HR, operations, or an outside consultant, with Owner Handoff ready to share.
You'll know what to do first
We show these items first: the earliest due dates, the biggest penalties, the most paperwork, and items we are less sure about.
You can answer your team's questions
Every citation item comes with an operational summary and the exact standard cited, in plain English.
You'll have good records
Download as Packet PDF, Start Here, What to Confirm, CSVs, Calendar (.ics), Template Packs, or Full Packet ZIP. Share or print for your team, consultant, insurer, or attorney.
How it compares
Your options after a citation.
OSHA Action Packet does not replace a lawyer on serious cases. It gives you an organized place to start.
OSHA defense attorney
- Typical cost
- $5k–$15k retainer
- Turnaround
- Days to weeks
- What you get
- Legal strategy, contest filing, formal response
Compliance consultant
- Typical cost
- $3k–$8k
- Turnaround
- 1–2 weeks
- What you get
- Site walk, abatement plan, written report
Do it yourself
- Typical cost
- Your time
- Turnaround
- Unpredictable
- What you get
- Full control, high risk of missed deadlines
OSHA Action Packet
Best fit- Typical cost
- Usually $349
- Turnaround
- 2–5 minutes
- What you get
- Deadlines, Proof & Docs, Owner Handoff, downloads
If your citation involves a death, willful violations or very large penalties, talk to an OSHA lawyer. For most other citations, the problem is not the law. It is getting organized and moving fast.
An administrative tool, not a law firm
Most citations need a clear plan, not a legal fight.
OSHA Action Packet does not file anything with OSHA. It does not write legal arguments or represent you. It turns your citation into clear steps and a list of records for your team. Small employers need this help the most.
Who it's for
For the people who do the work
Business owners who got their first citation and don't know what's required by when.
Operations managers who need to assign corrective actions across sites quickly.
Safety coordinators who need a faster way to turn citations into Owner Handoff, proof lists, and closeout steps.
HR / admin leads who track deadlines, collect training records, and distribute tasks across departments.
Federal OSHA citations only at launch. State-plan support coming soon.
By standard
Guides for each OSHA standard
We wrote a guide for each of the most-cited federal OSHA standards. Each guide shows the risks, common items, who usually fixes them, and sample proof.
1926.501Top 1
Fall Protection
Because the condition is visible, OSHA can document multiple edge, hole, roof, or leading-edge exposures in one walkaround. Employers usually end up managing both field corrections and a strong paper trail for closeout.
See abatement guide
1910.1200Top 2
Hazard Communication (HazCom)
Chemical handling touches many departments, so OSHA often finds gaps in written programs, SDS access, secondary-container labels, and training records during the same inspection. Construction contractors are cited under this same section, because 1926.59 adopts it word for word. In the OSHA citation records we track (issued February 2024 to September 2026), 18,598 items were cited under 1910.1200, 4,459 of them at construction firms, and the written program, (e)(1), was the most common.
See abatement guide
1926.1053Top 3
Ladders
OSHA can quickly document extension, condition, securing, and training gaps during routine site observation. In the OSHA citation records we track (issued February 2024 to September 2026), 8,631 items were cited under 1926.1053, and nearly two in three were (b)(1): a ladder that does not reach 3 feet above the landing.
See abatement guide
1910.134Top 4
Respiratory Protection
Respirators are often handed out before the supporting program is current. OSHA then finds missing medical records, overdue fit tests, weak program administration, or untracked voluntary use.
See abatement guide
1926.451Top 5
Scaffolding
Scaffold conditions are visible and change fast, so OSHA often cites access, planking, fall protection, and training gaps together. In the OSHA citation records we track (issued February 2024 to September 2026), 7,071 items were cited under 1926.451, and about one in four was (g)(1), fall protection more than 10 feet up.
See abatement guide
1910.147Top 6
Lockout/Tagout
Facilities with multiple machines often rely on generic procedures or informal practices. OSHA then finds missing procedure detail, skipped annual audits, and training records that do not match the equipment actually serviced.
See abatement guide
1910.178Top 7
Powered Industrial Trucks
Forklift programs break when operators change, evaluations are not documented, or pre-shift checks are handled informally. OSHA can usually see those gaps quickly from interviews, records, and truck condition.
See abatement guide
1926.503Top 8
Fall Protection Training
OSHA often pairs a fall protection equipment citation with a training citation when workers cannot explain the system, rescue steps, or hazard-recognition requirements. In the OSHA citation records we track (issued February 2024 to September 2026), 7,852 items were cited under 1926.503. More than half were (a)(1), no training program, and more than a third were (b)(1), no written certification.
See abatement guide
1926.102Top 9
Eye & Face Protection
Grinding, welding, cutting, demolition, and chemical tasks create visible exposure. In the OSHA citation records we track (issued February 2024 to September 2026), 5,548 items were cited under 1926.102, and 98% of them were (a)(1): a worker not wearing eye or face protection.
See abatement guide
1910.212Top 10
Machine Guarding
Guarding issues are visible, and OSHA can document multiple machines in one visit. The follow-up work usually includes hardware correction, before-and-after proof, and lockout coordination.
See abatement guide
FAQ
Common questions
What if my contest window already passed?
The product is still useful. Most employers still need to manage abatement dates, gather proof, line up Owner Handoff, and prepare written documentation after the contest window. If you think contest may still be open, confirm the receipt date and talk to counsel quickly.
Do you file anything with OSHA for me?
No. OSHA Action Packet is an administrative tool, not a law firm or authorized representative. We organize the packet, checklists, templates, and handoff materials you need. You or your attorney handle any filing.
Is OSHA Action Packet legal advice?
No. If your citation involves a fatality, willful violations, or major penalty exposure, hire an OSHA attorney. For many routine citations, the main problem is not legal theory. It is getting the abatement work, proof, and paperwork organized before follow-up deadlines pass.
What proof of abatement should I organize?
That depends on the item, but common proof includes photos, work orders, invoices, training rosters, written programs, inspection logs, and supervisor signoff. The full packet maps likely proof needs item by item.
Do you include templates or worksheets?
Yes. When the citation maps cleanly to supported issue types, the packet includes matching templates and worksheets such as HazCom, forklift, lockout/tagout, or respiratory documents. Unsupported citations are never charged.
What file formats does OSHA Action Packet support?
Standard federal OSHA citation PDFs (Form OSHA-2). Scanned images, state-plan citations, and other document types are not supported yet. Upload is free to check.
What if my citation isn't supported?
You will see a clear message during the free preview scan and never pay. You can upload a different citation or request notification when support expands.
How fast is the full packet delivered?
Most packets are ready within 2 to 5 minutes of payment. You can close the tab and return later. We email you when it is ready.
Can I share the packet with my team or consultant?
Yes. Download the Packet PDF, CSVs, Calendar (.ics), included template packs, or the Full Packet ZIP and distribute them as needed. Web access is tied to secure email sign-in.
How does billing work?
One-time payment per citation. Most cases are $349. A small case is $199. It must have all of these: 1 or 2 items; no repeat or willful items; $20,000 or less in proposed penalties; at most 1 item that needs heavy paperwork; all the work goes to one owner group. You see your price before you pay. No subscription. You keep indefinite access to the packet under Your cases.
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