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OSHA Forms 300, 300A and 301 Reporting: A Step-by-Step Checklist
The March 2 deadline for OSHA’s electronic reporting of workplace injury and illness data is fast approaching. Certain employers must submit OSHA Forms 300, 300A and 301 through OSHA’s Injury Tracking Application (ITA) to remain compliant.
Using our checklist, you will be able to:
- Determine if your establishment must submit data
- Gather the required data
- Understand the submission process
Download the checklist to keep your OSHA reporting accurate and compliant.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are OSHA 300, 300a and 301 forms?
OSHA Form 300: Log of Work-Related Injuries and Illnesses is a record of all observable incidents that happened in the past calendar year, including details regarding employee information and description of the injury or illness. OSHA Form 300A provides a summary of this data, and OSHA Form 301 provides additional context for individual cases.
When are OSHA 300 forms due?
OSHA Form 300, 300a and 301 must be submitted to OSHA before March 2nd of each calendar year. If your organization misses the deadline, you are still required to submit your data.
Who is required to submit OSHA 300A data?
Not all organizations are required to submit OSHA data electronically, but many are. Requirements depend primarily on employee count and industry classification.
Organizations typically must submit Form 300A if they:
- Have 250 or more employees, unless they are in an exempt industry
- Have 20–249 employees and operate in certain high-risk industries
Some organizations must also submit Forms 300 and 301 if they meet additional criteria
How do I submit OSHA 300 forms?
You must submit OSHA Forms 300, 300a and 301 electronically through the Injury Tracking Application (ITA) with several submission methods. Consult our checklist above to see the best option for you.
What information needs to be reported in OSHA 300 reports?
Accurate OSHA reporting depends on maintaining complete and consistent records throughout the year.
Before submitting, organizations should ensure that:
- All injury and illness records are complete and up to date
- Cases are properly classified
- Lost workdays and restricted duty information is accurate
- Establishment details such as location and industry code are correct
These details are critical for compliance and help ensure that your submission reflects actual workplace conditions.
