🏗️ OSHA’s Top 10 Cited Standards for Construction (NAICS 23)

OSHA’s 2024 report shines a spotlight on the most common — and costly — safety violations in construction. At the top of the list? Fall protection, a reminder that the industry still faces serious risks when it comes to keeping workers safe on the jobsite.

Here are the Top 3 most cited standards — along with helpful video resources you can share with your team:

#1 Fall Protection – The most cited violation. Employers must identify fall hazards and put protective measures in place. Average penalty: $7,190.

🎥 Watch: Tips for Preventing Slips, Trips, and Falls in the Workplace Video

#2 Ladder Safety & Training – Covers proper ladder use, inspections, and employee training across all ladder types. Average penalty: $3,473.

🎥 Watch: Ladder Safety Video

#3 PPE: Eye & Face Protection – Requires employers to provide and enforce the use of protective gear against flying particles, chemicals, and other hazards. Average penalty: $3,702.

🎥 Watch: Eye Safety for Your Workplace Video

👉 These numbers are more than fines — they’re reminders of the real risks facing construction workers every day. Addressing these top hazards not only protects your bottom line but, more importantly, protects your people.