The document lists the most frequently cited serious OSHA violations from inspections conducted in general industry in fiscal year 2006. The top violations included machine guarding issues, lack of eye and body flushing facilities, unguarded points of operation, unprotected edges on open-sided floors, and conductors entering cabinets/boxes that were not protected from abrasion. Lockout/tagout violations for not having an energy control program, procedures, training, or periodic inspections were also frequently cited. Hazard communication standards around having written programs, providing information and training to employees, and labeling chemicals were commonly violated as well.

1. OSHA Most Frequently Cited Serious Violations General Industry - FY-2006

2. Most Frequently Cited Serious Violations in General Industry FY 2006 Machine Guards - General Eye & Body Flushing Facilities Point of Operation Open-Sided Floors Conductors Entering Cabinets/Boxes/Fittings Protected from Abrasion Lockout/Tagout - Program Grinders-Tongue Guards Hazard Communication – Information & Training Note: There were also 1222 Section 5(a)(1) General Duty Clause violations cited for all inspections during this period. Lockout/Tagout - Procedures Hazard Communication – Written Program

4. Subpart E – Exit Routes, Emergency Action Plans, and Fire Prevention Plans (1910.33 - 39) Exit route doors unlocked Exit marking Exit access signs Standard: 1910. “ Not an Exit” signs Exit routes free & unobstructed

5. Subpart F - Powered Platforms (1910.66 - 68) Trained operators for aerial lift Standard: 1910. Body belt & lanyard when working from aerial lift Secure work position for employees in basket

7. Subpart H - Hazardous Materials (1910.101 - 126) Standard: 1910. Spray booth – Air velocity Class I liquids - Dispensing Compressed gases - Handling, storage & use Spray areas – Approved wiring & equipment Sources of ignition - Precautions

13. Subpart N - Materials Handling & Storage (1910.176 - 184) Standard: 1910. Powered Industrial Trucks – Operator competency Powered Industrial Trucks – Safe operating condition Secure storage Powered Industrial Trucks – Operator certification Powered Industrial Trucks – Examination for defects

17. Subpart R - Special Industries (1910.261 - 272) Standard: 1910. Logging – Foot protection Logging - First aid/CPR training current Logging – Written certification of training Logging – Face protection Logging – Employee training