Falls remain one of OSHA’s most frequently cited violations — and with good reason. They continue to be the leading cause of serious injuries and fatalities in construction and facility maintenance.

A roofing contractor has been cited for fall-protection-related violations for the third time in five years. According to a news release, OSHA issued a citation to JZ Exteriors and Repairs LLC’s ...

General Industry Fall Safety Standards: While construction codes govern activities during the erection or renovation of a structure, General Industry codes extend to ongoing maintenance and operation.

OSHA has cited Newark, New Jersey-based roofing contractor RRC Home Improvement Inc. for severe safety violations after federal inspectors found workers repeatedly exposed to fall hazards at three ...