An example of fall- arrest systems. Note that this worker is wearing a safety belt, whereas the new standard requires a full body harness.

Obvious violation: No guardrail and no fall-arrest system. Also, because scaffold is six tiers high, it must be tied in to the building. [1926.451(c)(1)]

Scaffold has X-brace that can act as a top rail, but a midrail and toe boards are still required. Also, these workers are not wearing fall protection, and there is a mortarboard on the cantilevered platform, in violation of 1926.452(c)(5)(iii).

Boating Safety

Train Safety

Crane Safety?

The imaginary company depicted in the picture above is doing some redecorating in their reception area. They’re also about to celebrate an employee’s birthday – they’d better hope an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) inspector doesn’t crash the party. How many

OSHA violations can you spot?

• This picture represents an OSHA violation.  First, the metal conduit box is not designed as a portable outlet box at the end of an extension cord.  The box should be mounted permanently on a wall.  Also, note the exposed wires (not insulated) at the end of the box.  could result in an electrocution hazard or an electrical fault which could ultimately lead to a fire of nearby combustible materials.

Scaffolding Safety?

Respiratory Protection?

Ladder Safety?

Fall Protection?

Electrical Safety?

Vehicle Safety?