Are you staying on top of workplace safety? Every year, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) releases its list of the most common workplace safety violations . These citations aren’t just about compliance—they highlight the real risks facing employees in industries like construction, manufacturing, and logistics. Understanding the top OSHA violations helps businesses improve workplace safety, avoid costly penalties, and build stronger risk management practices. It also plays a key role in how insurance companies assess your risk profile and determine your commercial insurance rates. For Fiscal Year 2023 (October 1, 2022 – September 30, 2023) , OSHA’s data reveals the most frequently cited standards from inspections across the country. 🔗 See OSHA’s Official FY 2023 Top 10 List → ✅ OSHA’s Top 10 Most Cited Standards (FY 2023) 1. Fall Protection – General Requirements (1926.501) 📌 Total Violations: 7,271 Falls are the leading cause of fatalities in construction. Employers must protect workers at heights with guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest systems. 🧰 Example: A framing contractor in Texas was fined over $60,000 after a worker fell from a second-story roof without any fall protection in place. 2. Hazard Communication (1910.1200) 📌 Total Violations: 3,213 Employers must inform employees about hazardous chemicals through labeling, safety data sheets (SDS), and training. 🧰 Example: A cleaning company received citations after employees handled industrial chemicals without proper labeling or hazard training. 3. Ladders (1926.1053) 📌 Total Violations: 2,978 Improper ladder usage—including unstable placement, damaged ladders, or incorrect use—leads to serious injuries. 🧰 Example: A painter fractured his leg after using a broken extension ladder that wasn’t properly secured on uneven ground. 4. Scaffolding (1926.