Overview of OSHAs section 19040 known as record keeping for accidents. General Information According to OSHA’s section 1904.0 employers are required to “…record and report work-related fatalities, injuries and illnesses…” Employers are required to keep records of all occupational deaths, injuries and illnesses for numerous reasons. OSHA collects and analyzes the data to use the statistics in directing programs and helping define and prevent hazards that are cause injury in the workplace. Keeping of employment related records will also help employers implement policies and procedures to keep employees safe and costs down. Exceptions to the rule:

• Employers with 10 or fewer employees […]

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