What It Means
Other-than-Serious violations (sometimes called "Other" violations) carry discretionary penalties of up to $16,131 per violation (2026 inflation-adjusted). These violations involve hazards that have a direct relationship to workplace safety but are not expected to cause death or serious physical harm. Common examples include inadequate recordkeeping on the OSHA 300 log, failure to post required safety notices, minor housekeeping deficiencies, and incomplete training documentation. While individually these violations may seem minor, a pattern of Other-than-Serious violations can indicate broader safety management problems. Companies that cannot maintain basic compliance records often struggle with more significant safety requirements as well. On OSHARecord, Other violations are tracked in the otherCount field and contribute to the overall violation total, though they carry less weight in the Safety Score calculation than Serious or Willful violations. OSHA may choose not to impose a penalty for Other-than-Serious violations if the employer corrects the hazard promptly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "Other-than-Serious Violation" mean in OSHA context?
A violation that has a direct relationship to job safety and health but would not likely cause death or serious physical harm.
Why does Other-than-Serious Violation matter for workplace safety?
Other-than-Serious violations (sometimes called "Other" violations) carry discretionary penalties of up to $16,131 per violation (2026 inflation-adjusted). These violations involve hazards that have a direct relationship to workplace safety but are not expected to cause death or serious physical har...
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Definitions based on OSHA standards, the OSH Act of 1970, and federal enforcement guidance. Penalty amounts reflect 2026 inflation-adjusted maximums. See our methodology.