More stats on safety:36 Construction Safety Statistics for 2023 Table of contents OSHA standards for construction Top 10 OSHA violations by contractors 1. Fall protection – 5,465 violations 2. Ladders – 2,096 violations 3. Scaffolding – 2,047 violations ...
As a result, every entry on the list had a fine related to fall protection. This should come as little surprise — roofing remains one of the deadliest jobs in the United States, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In 2023, 110 fatal injuries in roofing were the result...
Falls from elevation are a leading cause of death in the construction industry, and labor statistics indicate that the number of fatalities and injuries from falls have risen in recent years. Lack of proper fall protection is the most frequently cited OSHA violation. OSHA’s National S...