Emergency Action Plan
Evacuation procedures, emergency contacts, employee accountability.
Citation:29 CFR 1910.38(c), 1926.35
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Texas — Federal OSHAFederal OSHA — Region VI
The regulation that requires it in Texas
Texas follows federal OSHA rules because it does not have an approved state plan. The emergency action plan is mandated by 29 CFR 1910.38(c) and 1926.35.
Enforcing agency
Federal OSHA — Region VI enforces these rules in Texas. They inspect workplaces for compliance with federal standards. They issue citations and coordinate with federal OSHA headquarters on enforcement priorities.
State-specific requirements beyond the federal baseline
No state-specific overrides beyond the federal baseline were found in our research for Texas.
Penalties for non-compliance in Texas
Penalties follow the standard Federal OSHA — Region VI schedule and refer the reader to the agency for current amounts.
How to comply
- Customize the plan for your specific workplace hazards and layout.
- Train all employees on evacuation routes, alarm systems, and accountability procedures.
- Designate assembly points and conduct regular drills.
- Review and update the plan annually or after any significant change.
- Post the plan and make it available to all employees.