High Hazard Unit

The High Hazard Unit inspects employers with the highest incidence of preventable occupational injuries and illnesses and workers' compensation losses. Employers may also be selected and targeted by utilizing data sources such as, but not limited to, workers' compensation loss data, history of Cal/OSHA citations, and other data sources as provided in Labor Code section 6314.1.

High Hazard Industry List

The annual High Hazard Industry List is based on "days away, restricted or transferred" (DART) rates for private sector employers. Employers in high hazard industries may be subject to an inspection by High Hazard Unit.

High Hazard Program - Performance History and Data

State OSHA Annual Report (SOAR):

Commission on Health and Safety and Workers' Compensation (CHSWC):

If you have questions about a particular inspection, contact:

Tara Huffman, District Manager
1515 Clay Street, Suite 1303, MS #40
Oakland, CA 94612

Phone:(510) 622-3015

Lex Eaton, District Manager
2 MacArthur Place, Suite 820
Santa Ana, CA 92707

Phone:(714) 567-7100
Fax:(714) 662-6091

Ayman Shiblak, Regional Manager
2 MacArthur Place, Suite 820
Santa Ana, CA 92707

Phone:(714) 558-4415
Fax:(714) 558-4449

September 2023