OSHA Updates Targeted Inspection Program to Reduce Workplace Hazards
On May 20, 2025, the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced significant updates to its targeted inspection program. This move reinforces OSHA's focus on proactively identifying and addressing high-risk workplaces based on submitted injury and illness data.
What's Changing?
The updated program is part of OSHA's broader initiative to strategically allocate its enforcement resources. By analyzing annual injury and illness data that employers are required to submit, OSHA can now zero in on establishments with the highest incident rates—giving those workplaces priority for inspections.
"This data-driven approach ensures that OSHA's attention is focused where it's needed most—on employers whose workers face the greatest risk," said OSHA officials.
Why It Matters
If you're an employer, this update is a reminder of how crucial it is to maintain accurate and timely records. Your OSHA 300A logs and other reporting aren't just compliance tasks—they directly influence your inspection risk.
This is especially important for safety and HR teams scrambling to compile logs every January. With OSHA increasingly relying on this data to initiate inspections, it's no longer just about meeting a deadline. It's about protecting your workplace from unexpected visits—and ensuring employee well-being year-round.
What Employers Should Do
- Stay compliant with OSHA's recordkeeping rules (especially if you're in a high-risk industry).
- Submit your OSHA 300A data on time—typically by March 2nd each year.
- Use tools like OSHAFile.com to simplify incident logging and reduce the last-minute stress during filing season.
Learn More
To read the full press release, visit: OSHA's official announcement