What can happen if you knowingly violate a safety code?

• A. OSHA can personally fine you
• B. You will receive a job promotion
• C. Nothing can happen as a consequence
• D. Your employer will be rewarded by OSHA

Answer: (A)

Knowingly ignoring safety rules triggers enforcement actions to deter unsafe behavior. Safety codes exist to protect workers, and OSHA has the authority to penalize violations. While penalties often go to the employer, individuals can be personally fined for willful violations or actions that directly undermine safety. This is why the best answer is that OSHA can personally fine you. It wouldn’t lead to a promotion, there are real consequences for violations, and rewards for violations aren’t how safety enforcement works.