OSHA's Top 10 MOST Cited Violations Of 2024 | By Ally Safety

Machine Guarding

PPE, Eye and Face Protection

Fall Protection Training

Respiratory Protection

Lockout Tagout

Powered Industrial Trucks

Scaffolding

Ladders

The Hazard Communication Standard

Fall Protection

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In this safety educational video, Rachel from Ally Safety discusses OSHA's top ten most cited violations for 2024, aiming to help companies enhance workplace safety and compliance. She details each violation, highlights the most affected industries, and offers practical prevention tips for 2025. Key violations include machine guarding, PPE, scaffolding, fall protection training, powered industrial trucks, lockout/tagout, respiratory protection, ladders, hazard communication, and fall protection. Rachel encourages viewer engagement through comments and promotes Ally Safety's video courses and memberships, emphasizing proactive measures to avoid future citations and improve workplace safety.

Timestamps:

Introduction to OSHA Violations (00:00:00)
Overview of OSHA's biggest fine and the importance of addressing top violations.

Machine Guarding (00:01:18)
Discussion on machine guarding violations, primarily in metalworking industries.

PPE and Lifesaving Equipment (00:01:18)
Focus on PPE violations, especially lack of safety glasses in construction.

Scaffolding Violations (00:02:28)
Overview of scaffolding issues, particularly fall protection in construction.

Fall Protection Training (00:03:44)
Importance of fall protection training programs for construction workers.

Powered Industrial Trucks (Forklifts) (00:05:00)
Violations related to unsafe forklift operations and training requirements.

Lockout Tag Out (00:05:00)
Seriousness of lockout violations and their impact on workplace safety.

Respiratory Protection (00:06:22)
Increased violations due to silica exposure and the need for respiratory programs.

Ladder Safety (00:07:38)
Common ladder-related violations and the importance of proper usage.

Hazard Communication Standard (00:08:56)
Need for chemical hazard awareness and communication in the workplace.

Fall Protection Violations (00:08:56)
The most cited violation in construction, emphasizing the need for safety measures.

[AllySafety]

Hi everyone! This week’s video is all about OSHA’s most common violations of 2024 and how you can prevent them. I hope it’s helpful!

[aureajefferson]

Thank you for all the videos you make. Keep them coming!!! 🙏

[timheath]

Rachel, Thanks for the information! Good Stuff!

[firefites]

Thank you so much for this video! I am a newer safety professional but was a firefighter for 24 years. Your video has given me a boost to be a stronger safety professional.

[danielclindsey]

As a heads up, you're missing the proper start to the Hazard Communication Standard Chapter at 00:08:06.

[ashleysherertz]

Interesting, I am a new CSHO for VOSH and find this interesting. Makes sense this is very true

[garlanddotson]

I thought possibly the highest pay out for OSHA fines was $12 million? Great video.

[rickchapman]

You mentioned two shops, what about bag forming companies.

[arezooaminifard]

May I ask for the transcript of this video?

[jonathanthomas]

What were the top 10 for the maritime industry?

[waseemsajid]

I request you to provide some information on ASP/ CSP as I'm preparing for it. If you could provide some help, it would be a great favor. Thank you so much! I also really enjoy your videos, your content is excellent.

[sailingwiththegods]

I love being a sole proprietor business owner, I don't have to deal with any of this crap. OSHA can kiss my ass.