Texas
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Roofing Company Cited for Fall Protection Violations
OSHA cited a Texas roofing contractor $312,000 for willful fall protection violations after workers were exposed to fall hazards of up to 25 feet. Case demonstrates OSHA enforcement priorities in construction.
Capture or Use of Biometric Identifier Act (CUBI) — Employer Compliance
Texas Business & Commerce Code § 503.001 requires employers to obtain informed consent before capturing, collecting, or otherwise obtaining biometric identifiers including fingerprints, voiceprints, and retina or iris scans. Employers may not sell, lease, or disclose biometric data and must destroy it within a reasonable time. Increasing litigation activity underscores the importance of CUBI compliance for employers using biometric timekeeping or access systems.
Compliance Topics We Track
Areas of regulatory coverage in Texas
Drug Testing Regulations
State and federal rules governing workplace drug and alcohol testing programs. These regulations vary significantly by state and can affect testing panels, collection procedures, employee notification requirements, and consequences for positive results.
OSHA & Workplace Safety
Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations and state-plan equivalents. These rules govern workplace safety standards, injury reporting, and employer responsibilities for maintaining safe working conditions.
DOT & Commercial Driver Medicals
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requirements for commercial motor vehicle operators. These physicals ensure drivers meet minimum physical qualifications to safely operate commercial vehicles. Some states have additional requirements beyond federal standards.
Privacy & Consent Laws
Regulations governing the collection, storage, and sharing of employee health information. These laws protect worker privacy while balancing employer needs for health-related data.
Regulatory Climate
Overview of Texas's regulatory environment
Texas does not have a state OSHA plan, so federal OSHA standards apply. The state's CUBI Act regulates biometric data collection, and enforcement activity has been increasing. OSHA enforcement actions in Texas focus on construction fall protection and hazardous exposure. Texas does not restrict pre-employment cannabis testing.
Texas Employer Compliance Checklist
- 1Obtain informed consent before capturing biometric identifiers under CUBI
- 2Ensure fall protection and safety programs are current for construction sites
- 3Verify DOT physical and drug testing compliance for CDL drivers
- 4Maintain federal OSHA recordkeeping standards (no state OSHA plan)
- 5Document biometric data retention and destruction policies
Required Forms & Documents
Compliance forms and documentation requirements for Texas. 5 forms tracked across 4 categories.
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Workers' Compensation2 forms
Return-to-Work Documentation
DWC Form-73When an injured worker returns to work, the employer must notify the Division of Workers' Compensation. Documentation includes modified duty availability, restrictions accommodated, and treating doctor release.
Testing & Screening1 form
Drug-Free Workplace Program (Premium Discount)
Texas employers may qualify for workers' compensation premium discounts (5%) by implementing a certified Drug-Free Workplace Program. Must include written policy, employee training, supervisor training, EAP, and testing procedures.
Reporting & Recordkeeping1 form
OSHA Injury and Illness Recordkeeping
OSHA 300/301Texas employers covered by federal OSHA (no state plan) must maintain OSHA 300 Log, 301 Incident Reports, and post 300A Summary annually. Electronic submission required for establishments with 250+ employees.
Safety Compliance1 form
Heat Illness Prevention Plan
While Texas has no state OSHA plan, federal OSHA's proposed heat standard and general duty clause require employers to implement heat illness prevention measures. Written plans recommended for construction, agriculture, and outdoor workers.
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