Increased scrutiny, higher penalties, and more aggressive citation enforcement is costing companies time and money to understand, investigate, and defend. Drawing on recent case studies and the most frequent citation areas, this webinar blends regulatory insight with actionable tactics to prevent severe OSHA citations through proactive preparation, informed employer rights, and strategies for prudent legal collaboration—protecting your workforce and your bottom line.

What you’ll learn:

• The latest trends in OSHA inspections and the top citation categories you’re most likely to encounter, plus proven strategies to address them before inspectors arrive.
• Employers’ rights and responsibilities before and during an inspection.
• A practical roadmap for navigating interview rights—what can be asked, who may be present, and how rights differ between state plans and federal enforcement. Guidance on handling states with limited interview rights.
• Best practices for responding to information requests—timing, scope, and accuracy to minimize exposure while staying compliant.
• How to effectively control the scope of an inspection and steer discussions back to relevant, evidence-based topics, reducing the risk of broad or generalized findings.
• When and how to engage an attorney, what to expect in terms of costs, privilege, and communications, and how your organization can participate in attorney communications to protect your interests.