OSHA Form 301, also known as the Injury and Illness Incident Report, is a detailed document employers use to record specific information about each individual work-related injury or illness. It provides a thorough account of the incident to help OSHA monitor workplace safety and assist employers in identifying hazards. The form includes information such as the employee’s personal details, the nature of the injury or illness, how the incident occurred, and the medical treatment provided.
Employers must complete this form within seven calendar days of learning about the incident. OSHA Form 301 complements the OSHA Form 300 log and is essential for maintaining accurate and compliant workplace injury records.
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Key Facts
- Purpose: Captures detailed information about each work-related injury or illness.
- Requirement: Must be completed within seven calendar days after receiving notice of a recordable injury or illness.
- Information Included: Employee details, description of injury/illness, how the incident occurred, medical treatment given, and time lost from work.
- Complement: Works alongside OSHA Form 300 (log) and Form 300A (summary).
- Retention: Must be kept for five years following the end of the calendar year they cover.
1. What is OSHA Form 301 used for?
To record detailed information about individual workplace injuries and illnesses.
2. Who must complete Form 301?
Employers with recordable work-related injuries or illnesses must complete it for each incident.
3. When must Form 301 be filled out?
Within seven calendar days of learning about the injury or illness.
4. How long must employers keep OSHA Form 301?
For five years after the end of the year to which the records relate.
5. Is OSHA Form 301 shared publicly?
No, it is typically confidential and used for OSHA compliance and internal safety improvement.
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