FACTS

1. The most common OSHA violation is fall protection in construction.
2. However, the risk of falling should be taken seriously in any work environment. Fatal falls account for 17.2% of fatal workplace injuries, representing a 26-year high, and about a quarter of these falls occur from heights of 10 feet or less.
3. “Falls on the same level” (e.g., tripping) are the second most common cause of workplace injuries. (The most common they found is overexertion).
4. The second most common OSHA violation is inadequate or otherwise non-compliant hazard communication in general industry.
5. Non-fatal accidents are also incredibly common. The U.S. Bureau […]

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