Which action is required to communicate OSHA citations to workers?

• A. Email employees a summary
• B. Display a notice in staff meetings
• C. Notify only management
• D. Post OSHA citations in a visible place for workers

Answer: (D)

Communicating OSHA citations to workers is done by posting a copy of the citation in a visible place at the worksite where all employees can see it. This ensures every worker who might be affected is informed about the violation, the standard involved, the required abatement actions, and any penalties. Posting the citation makes the information accessible to everyone, not just to management or during a meeting, and it provides a durable notice that workers can reference.

The citation must stay posted for the required duration (typically for three working days or until the violation is corrected, whichever is longer), reinforcing that the information is relevant for a specific time and action. Options like emailing a summary or discussing it at meetings don’t guarantee that all workers will see the notice or retain it long enough, which is why posting in a visible area is the correct approach.