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OSHA's Most Cited Construction Standards

and How to Prevent Repeat Citations For the fourteenth consecutive year, the most cited OSHA standard in construction was fall protection. In fiscal year 2024, OSHA issued 6,557..

OSHA Safety Compliance Checklist

What OSHA Can Ask for During an Inspection Last year, a client called me from a job site parking lot. An OSHA compliance officer had just arrived unannounced, and the site..

OSHA Compliance vs Certification: What Employers Should Know

I've investigated more workplace incidents than I can count over many years in this industry, and one of the most common misunderstandings I encounter is the confusion between..

Construction Safety Management Roles & Responsibilities Explained

Three months ago, I was called to investigate an incident on a multi-employer construction site where a subcontractor's employee fell from an unguarded floor opening. During the..

Electrical Safety Hazards in Construction

Identification, Prevention & OSHA Compliance I've been walking construction sites for nearly three decades, and I can tell you that electrical hazards remain one of the most..

When Do You Need a Safety Expert Witness?

Legal Cases & Qualifications Explained Over my three decades in safety consulting, I've watched countless legal cases hinge on whether the right expert witness was involved at the..

OSHA Hierarchy of Controls

A Complete Guide for Construction Managers In my three decades as a safety professional, I've seen the devastating consequences when construction teams get hazard control wrong...

Safety Staffing vs Full-Time Safety Managers: Which Is Right for Your Company?

A contractor called me last week with a question I hear frequently: "Lance, we've got three major projects starting next quarter, but I can't afford three full-time safety..

Building a Cost-Effective Safety Program: Calculating Your True ROI

A potential client asked me a question last month that really got me thinking: "Lance, what's the actual return on investment for your services?" It's a fair question — one I've..