Regulations last checked for updates: Feb 13, 2026

Title 29 - Labor last revised: Jan 31, 2026
§ 18.407 - Subsequent remedial measures.

When, after an event, measures are taken which, if taken previously, would have made the event less likely to occur, evidence of the subsequent measures is not admissible to prove negligence or culpable conduct in connection with the event. This rule does not require the exclusion of evidence of subsequent measures when offered for another purpose, such as proving ownership, control, or feasibility of precautionary measures, if controverted, or impeachment.

authority: 5 U.S.C. 301; 5 U.S.C. 551-553; 5 U.S.C. 571 note; E.O. 12778; 57 FR 7292
source: 48 FR 32538, July 15, 1983, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 29 CFR 18.407