Do you know if your industry is at higher risk for OSHA complaints? An article I recently read on Safety News Alert listed the top 10 industries for OSHA complaints in fiscal years 2009 and 2010. They included:
- 1761 – Roofing, Siding, & Sheet Metal Work, 904
- 4311 – United States Postal Service, 466
- 1542 – General Contractors, Nonresidential Buildings Other Than Industrial Buildings, 414
- 1799 – Special Trade Contractors, Not Elsewhere Classified, 273
- 1522 – General Contractors Residential Buildings, Other Than Single-Family, 252
- 5812 – Eating Places, 232
- 1741 – Masonry, Stone Setting & Other Stone Work, 224
- 3499 – Fabricated Metal Products, Not Elsewhere Classified, 207
- 4225 – General Warehousing & Storage, 205
- 1794 – Excavation Work, 198
*Source: Safety News Alert
Do you fall into one of these categories? If so, you might want to check your facility or work area for OSHA compliance more frequently throughout the year. Also, ensure all of your safety measures are up to date with the latest regulations. Consider using safety signs, tags and labels as an effective way to clearly communicate safety messages or hazards to employees. Also, take a look at your safety training program and make sure your employees are being trained on the latest and most efficient safety practices. It’s better to be prepared than to face expensive OSHA fines and penalties.
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