A year ago, we reported on the top 10 OSHA safety violations for 2012. A year later, the number of OSHA safety violations is up 46%. While the list of common violations remains largely intact, many have moved up or down the list. Most importantly, every violation in the top 10 earned more citations than the previous year.
Here’s the top 10 OSHA safety violations for 2013. Click on each to see OSHA’s recommendations for safe operation and compliance.
1. Fall Protection (code: 29 CFR 1926.501)
Up 14% to 8,241 violations
2012 Rank: 1
2. Hazard Communication (code: 29 CFR 1910.1200)
Up 31% to 6,156 violations
2012 Rank: 2
3. Scaffolding (code: 29 CFR 1926.451)
Up 42% to 5,423 violations
2012 Rank: 3
4. Respiratory Protection (code: 29 CFR 1910.134)
Up 64% to 3,879 violations
2012 Rank: 4
5. Electrical — Wiring Methods, Components, Equipment (code: 29 CFR 1910.305)
Up 98% to 3,452 violations
2012 Rank: 7
6. Powered Industrial Trucks (code: 29 CFR 1910.178)
Up 66% to 3,340 violations
2012 Rank: 6
7. Ladders (code: 29 CFR 1926.1053)
Up 43% to 3,311 violations
2012 Rank: 8
8. Lockout/Tagout (code: 29 CFR 1910.147)
Up 107% to 3,258 violations
2012 Rank: 5
9. Electrical — General Requirements (code: 29 CFR 1910.303)
Up 106% to 2,745 violations
2012 Rank: 10
10. Machines and Machine Guarding (code: 29 CFR 1910.212)
Up 29% to 2,701 violations
2012 Rank: 9
The year-over-year increase is staggering. In 2013, it resulted in increased inspections and citations by OSHA. And it confirms for many companies and workers that increased attention to safety is a necessity. As you consider these numbers, we remind you that all OSHA regulations are the result of past incidents.
Now more than ever, the development of an ironclad safety policy is an essential component of business and employee success. It’s the best way we know to protect your workers, your bottom line, and the long-term welfare of your company.
ModSpace has a comprehensive safety program that is published, practiced, enforced and rooted deep in our company culture. Do you?
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