OSHA Citation Response System
Received an OSHA Citation?
Structure Your Response Before You Act.
You have 15 business days. Disorganized documentation weakens your position. A structured response plan changes the conversation.
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See What’s IncludedMost Contractors Respond to Citations Without a Plan.
They open the envelope, panic, and start scrambling. That is the most expensive approach.
Reactive, Not Structured
Most contractors read the citation, panic, and start scrambling. They respond to a structured legal process with unstructured paperwork. That is the most expensive approach.
Missed Deadlines
You have 15 business days to contest. Miss it and penalties become final — no conference, no negotiation, no appeal. The clock started the day you received the citation.
Unprepared for the Informal Conference
The informal conference is where most penalties get reduced. But if you show up without organized documentation, mapped evidence, and prepared answers, you leave money on the table.
What Is at Stake When Your Response Is Unstructured?
Penalties Become Final
If you do not contest within 15 business days, the citation and proposed penalties become a final order. No negotiation. No appeal. The amount is owed in full.
Reduced Conference Leverage
Informal conferences are where most penalties are negotiated down. Without organized records and mapped evidence, you have nothing to negotiate with.
Higher Legal Costs
Attorneys charge by the hour. Disorganized documentation means more hours spent sorting records instead of building your defense. Preparation before counsel saves thousands.
Repeat Employer Status
Unresolved citations create a history. Future violations at the same employer can be classified as Repeat — with penalties up to $165,514 per violation.
$16,550
Per serious violation
$165,514
Per willful/repeat violation
Built for the 15-Day Response Window
This is a documentation organization system. It is not legal advice.
What You Get
The OSHA Citation Response System Includes:
6 structured modules. 7 professional documents. DOCX, XLSX, and PDF formats.
Citation Classification Guide
PDFCitation types, 2025 penalty ranges, how to read your citation document, penalty calculation factors, employer rights, and key deadlines. All sourced from published OSHA guidelines.
15-Day Response Planner
DOCXDay-by-day editable checklist from citation receipt through deadline. Days 1–3: immediate actions. Days 4–7: documentation gathering. Days 8–10: conference preparation. Days 11–15: decision and filing.
Documentation Mapping Sheet
DOCXOne-per-citation-item worksheet. Map each cited standard to your existing documentation. Identify gaps before the conference — not during it.
Informal Conference Preparation Guide
PDFWhat the conference is, how to prepare, questions you will be asked, what to bring, behavior guidance, and possible outcomes. Know what to expect before you walk in.
Abatement Documentation Tracker
XLSXTrack corrective actions by citation item with status tracking, completion dates, verification fields, and auto-calculated timelines. Prove abatement was completed on schedule.
Attorney Preparation Package
DOCXCase summary template, document index, 20+ item handoff checklist, and key questions for your attorney. If you escalate to legal counsel, hand them an organized case — not a box of papers.
7 professional documents · One-time payment · 30-day guarantee
How Contractors Typically Respond to OSHA Citations
Do Nothing
- Penalties become final after 15 days
- No informal conference opportunity
- Citation stands as a public record
- Future violations classified as Repeat
Hire an Attorney Immediately
- —$5K–$25K retainer upfront
- —Attorney still needs your documentation
- —Clock keeps running during intake
- —Disorganized records increase billable hours
Structure Your Response First
- Organize evidence and map documentation
- Prepare for informal conference
- Identify gaps before responding
- Hand attorney an organized case if needed
- $447 one-time
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this legal advice?
No. This is a documentation organization and response structuring system. It provides templates, checklists, and organizational tools to help you prepare your records and plan your response. It does not constitute legal advice and does not replace consultation with a qualified attorney.
Can this guarantee my penalties will be reduced?
No product can guarantee regulatory outcomes. This system helps you organize your documentation and structure your response — the two factors that most influence whether penalties are reduced, reclassified, or dismissed during the informal conference process.
I already hired a lawyer. Is this still useful?
Yes. Attorneys need organized documentation to build your case. The Documentation Mapping Sheet, Attorney Preparation Package, and organized evidence folders save legal hours and strengthen their ability to advocate on your behalf. Most attorneys will tell you: come prepared.
How is this different from the Documentation Defense Kit?
The Documentation Defense Kit ($297) is an ongoing documentation system — daily logs, incident reports, training trackers, and inspection checklists for preventing problems before they happen. The Citation Response System ($447) is specifically built for after you receive a citation: the 15-day response window, informal conference preparation, abatement tracking, and attorney handoff. They serve different situations.
What if my contest deadline is in a few days?
The system includes a Quick Start path designed to be completed in 30 minutes. Start with the Citation Classification Guide to understand your citation type, then use the 15-Day Response Planner to prioritize your remaining days. The Documentation Mapping Sheet helps you quickly identify what evidence you already have.
Is this only for serious violations?
No. The system covers all citation types — Other-than-Serious, Serious, Willful, Repeat, and Failure-to-Abate. The Citation Classification Guide explains each type, its penalty range, and your response options. Organized documentation strengthens your position regardless of classification.
Is this refundable?
Yes. 30-day money-back guarantee. If the product does not meet your needs, contact us for a full refund. No questions, no hassle.
Do Not Respond to OSHA Without a Plan.
Structure your response, organize your evidence, and know your options before the 15-day deadline passes.
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