What are Common OSHA Violations

What are common OSHA violations that our company should consider when reviewing its safety practices?

In looking at all industries, the following represents the “Top 10” list of most common OSHA violations, cited by OSHA inspectors, after inspecting a workplace:

1. Fall Protection, construction 
2. Respiratory Protection, general industry 
3. Ladders, construction 
4. Hazard Communication, general industry 
5. Scaffolding, construction 
6. Fall Protection Training, construction 
7. Control of Hazardous Energy (lockout/tagout), general industry 
8. Eye and Face Protection, construction 
9. Powered Industrial Trucks, general industry 
10. Machinery and Machine Guarding, general industry

Employers reviewing their safety programs should pay close attention to these potential safety concerns.