Opportunities to reduce fall-related injuries are always on OSHA’s radar. The organization is utilizing a new fine and penalty structure, raising the maximum fee for civil penalties by 78% as of August in an effort to send a message to violators. It also it holds an annual National Safety Stand-Down week, during which OSHA encourages construction companies to provide employee training on fall protection rules.
But threats of increased fines and worker injuries aren’t enough to stop some contractors from disobeying regulations.
