Where should OSHA citations issued to your employer be posted?

• A. Near the place of the alleged violations.
• B. In the break room only.
• C. In the employer's private office.
• D. At the local government office.

Answer: (A)

Posting notices where workers can actually see them in the area where the hazard exists is what OSHA requires. When a citation is issued, it must be posted at or near the place where the violation occurred so that employees working there are alerted to the citation and the hazards involved. This visibility helps workers take appropriate precautions and ensures management addresses the problem promptly. Putting the notice in a break room, a private office, or a government office wouldn’t reach the people doing the work or the area affected, so those options don’t meet the requirement. The posted citation also stays up for a minimum period (typically at least 3 days) or until the violation is abated, whichever is longer.