Fall Protection


Illinois Contractor Faces $278,452 in Penalties for Repeated Fall Hazard Violations

Illinois Contractor Faces $278,452 in Penalties for Repeated Fall Hazard Violations

Miller Building Systems and related companies have been cited 20 over the past decade.

Ohio Roofing Contractor Settles with DOL, Agrees to Pay $730,000 and Enhance Safety Measures

Ohio Roofing Contractor Settles with DOL, Agrees to Pay $730,000 and Enhance Safety Measures

Charm Builders Ltd. has been the subject of repeated violations of workplace safety standards, particularly fall hazards, since 2009.

NYT Report Uncovers Underage Migrant Workers Working in U.S. Roofing Industry

NYT Report Uncovers Underage Migrant Workers Working in U.S. Roofing Industry

Children as young as 10 years old are frequently illegally employed by roofing companies.

OSHA Fines Illinois Construction Company for Sixth Time Since 2019

OSHA Fines Illinois Construction Company for Sixth Time Since 2019

R&R Construction Services Inc. faces $275,869 in proposed penalties.

OSHA Renews Partnership with FCC, Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association

OSHA Renews Partnership with FCC, Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association

The partnership will continue working to improve safety for communications tower erection workers for the next five years.

OSHA Launches Regional Emphasis Program Targeting Safety in Landscaping Industry

OSHA Launches Regional Emphasis Program Targeting Safety in Landscaping Industry

This program follows news of high death rates for workers in landscaping and horticulture.

Wisconsin Roofing Contractor Cited for Fall Protection Violations

Wisconsin Roofing Contractor Cited for Fall Protection Violations

Overhead Solutions LLC now faces $180,000 in proposed penalties.

ASSP Updates Safety Standard for Communication Structures

ASSP Updates Safety Standard for Communication Structures

The new standard becomes effective on Jan. 1, 2024.



Washington State Proposes Updates to Fall Protection Standards for Worker Safety

Washington State Proposes Updates to Fall Protection Standards for Worker Safety

State safety regulators seek stakeholder feedback on draft changes to fall protection rules.

Florida Grocery Store Faces Hefty Penalties After Fatal Employee Fall

Florida Grocery Store Faces Hefty Penalties After Fatal Employee Fall

Kissimmee Meat & Produce Inc. faces $95,315 in proposed penalties.

Wisconsin Contractor Fined for Fall Hazards, Repeated Violations

Wisconsin Contractor Fined for Fall Hazards, Repeated Violations

Brookens Construction faces hefty penalties after another OSHA inspection.

OSHA’s Maritime Advisory Committee on OSH Meets November 14

OSHA’s Maritime Advisory Committee on OSH Meets November 14

The public can attend the meeting both in person and online.

Why Fall Protection PPE Fit Matters: OSHA’s Rule Proposal for Construction

Why Fall Protection PPE Fit Matters: OSHA’s Rule Proposal for Construction

From previous attempts at fall protection to OSHA’s recent proposals, the journey of fall harnesses emphasizes the critical need for PPE that suits every worker, ensuring both safety and compliance.

OSHA Cites South Florida Contractors for Neglecting Fall Protection Standards

OSHA Cites South Florida Contractors for Neglecting Fall Protection Standards

Two contractors face $174,000 in penalties for safety violations.

New Jersey Contractor Faces OSHA Penalties for Safety Violations

New Jersey Contractor Faces OSHA Penalties for Safety Violations

The company was cited for exposing workers to fall and struck-by hazards.

OSHA Cites Roofing Contractor for Violations Following Worker’s Fatal Fall

OSHA Cites Roofing Contractor for Violations Following Worker’s Fatal Fall

Sealed Tight Roofing Inc. faces $84,379 in penalties after failing to ensure safety measures.

OSHA Forms Alliance with Lamar Advertising Co. to Bolster Worker Safety

OSHA Forms Alliance with Lamar Advertising Co. to Bolster Worker Safety

The partnership will focus on issues specific to outdoor advertising.

JMH Roofing LLC Faces OSHA Penalties for Lack of Fall Protection

JMH Roofing LLC Faces OSHA Penalties for Lack of Fall Protection

The agency proposed $548,801 in fines to the company.

Houston-Based Recycled Glass Supplier Cited for Safety Risks

Houston-Based Recycled Glass Supplier Cited for Safety Risks

Strategic Materials Inc. faces $370,995 in proposed penalties.

Missouri Roofing Company Faces $205,369 in Fines Following Employee’s Fatal Fall

Missouri Roofing Company Faces $205,369 in Fines Following Employee’s Fatal Fall

OSHA previously cited Troyer Roofing & Coatings for similar violations in 2015.

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