Each year, OSHA releases its list of the most frequently cited standards, and consistently near the top are Machine guarding and Lock out/tag out (LOTO) violations. These citations are not minor paperwork errors. They are often tied to serious injuries, amputations, or fatalities resulting from uncontrolled hazardous energy or exposure to moving machine parts.

Understanding why these areas continue to generate citations is critical for employers seeking to reduce risk and maintain compliance. Continue reading “Why Machine Guarding and Lockout/Tagout Are the Most Cited OSHA Violations”

As we dig into the new year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is poised to implement several significant updates to its regulations and standards. These changes aim to enhance workplace safety and health, and employers must be proactive to ensure compliance. Here is a comprehensive overview of what to expect and how to prepare.

OSHA Citations Get More Expensive

As they do each year OSHA, as well as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), are increasing the maximum amount that can be fined for each violation. This is done to account for inflation. Effective as of January 15th, 2025, the fine structure for each violation is as follows: Continue reading “What to Expect from OSHA in 2025”

Another year is on its way. With that, there are updates and changes being made in the Safety World, particularly within the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other regulatory agencies. The safety of employees is not a choice; it is a responsibility we all take on. With that duty, achieving safety for employees and maintaining OSHA compliance requires a proactive approach. This article will help you see what’s coming down the pipeline in the safety world.

OSHA Citations Get More Expensive

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