Top 10 OSHA Violations

Scaffolding, fall protection and hazard communication top the list for the most common labor law violations. A number of the most cited Occupational Safety and Health Administration violations for 2010 have a direct impact on agriculture.

Here are the top 10 OSHA violations for 2010 in all industries:

1. Scaffolding
2. Fall Protection
3. Hazard Communication
4. Respiratory Protection
5. Ladders
6. Lockout/Tag out
7. Electrical-Wiring Methods
8. Powered Industrial Trucks
9. Electrical-General Requirements
10. Machine Guarding-General Requirements

Western Growers Insurance Services has experienced and knowledgeable loss control consultants that can help you with your safety and training needs and help you avoid OSHA violations. If you’d like to have a WGIS representative visit to review your operations, conduct training or discuss any of your business insurance needs, please contact us.