Emergency Action Plans & Fire Prevention Plans
The United States Department of Labor Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) requires ALL employers to have an Emergency Action Plan (29 CFR 1910.38) (Title 8 Section 3220) and Fire Prevention Plan (29 CFR 1910.39) (Title 8 Section 3221) with specific regulations. Employers must review the plans with each employee and designate and train employees to assist in a safe and orderly evacuation of other employees. The plans must be in writing, kept in the workplace and available for employees to review.
OSHA Penalties
| Type of Violation | Penalty |
|---|---|
| Serious Other-Than-Serious Posting Requirements |
$13,260 per violation |
| Failure to Abate | $13,260 per day beyond the abatement date |
| Willful or Repeated | $132,598 per violation |
