OSHA Form 300A Posting & Electronic Reporting Deadlines (February–April 2026)
February 16, 2026
Annual Posting Requirement Begins February 1
Each year, OSHA requires covered employers to post OSHA Form 300A: Summary of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses in a visible and accessible workplace location. For 2026, the posting period runs from February 1 through April 30 and reflects injury and illness data from calendar year 2025.
Employers who had 11 or more employees at any time during 2025 are generally required to post the form, even if no recordable injuries or illnesses occurred. In cases with zero incidents, the form must still be completed, certified, and displayed.
The form must be certified by a company executive, such as an owner, officer, or highest-ranking official at the establishment, before it is posted. A separate Form 300A must be posted at each physical establishment.
Electronic Reporting Deadlines: March 2, 2026
Beyond posting requirements, certain employers must also submit their OSHA Form 300A data electronically through OSHA’s Injury Tracking Application (ITA) by March 2, 2026.
Establishments in designated high-hazard industries with 100 or more employees may be required to electronically submit additional information, including data from Forms 300 and 301. Employers should use OSHA’s ITA Coverage Application to confirm their specific reporting obligations.
Exemptions and Ongoing Reporting Duties
Some employers in low-hazard industries or those with 10 or fewer employees may be partially exempt from routine recordkeeping and posting requirements. However, all employers, regardless of size or industry, must report severe workplace incidents to OSHA, including fatalities, inpatient hospitalizations, amputations, or loss of an eye.
Plan Ahead to Avoid Penalties
Failure to post or electronically submit required forms can result in citations and penalties. Employers should review 2025 injury logs, verify establishment-level data, confirm executive certification, and determine electronic filing requirements well before the deadlines.
How PBS Can Help
PBS supports employers with HR compliance, payroll administration, and workplace reporting requirements. Our team helps ensure accurate OSHA recordkeeping, timely electronic submissions, and proper documentation, reducing administrative burden and minimizing compliance risk. Contact PBS for guidance on meeting your 2026 OSHA obligations with confidence.