Rooftop safety continues to be a major concern for facility owners and manager, as well as regulators in the United States. Despite increased scrutiny, there are still several major violations that occur each year, resulting in major fines and disruptions for all parties involved. The infographic below plots the largest single roofing-related OSHA violations (by dollar amount) that occurred during 2024:
What does this mean for safety and facility managers in 2024 and beyond? As always, understanding the regulations (and the corresponding OSHA penalty levels) is of utmost importance. Beyond that, providing compliant rooftop fall protection solutions for employees and contractors must be at the top of your priority list.
