The top 25 Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) violations list recently included topics such as hazard
communication, machine guarding, guarding openings, lockout/tagout, electrical, forklift training, and compressed air.
Often, we think of personal protective equipment (PPE) as one of the primary methods of protecting employees. But did you
know that PPE should be considered your last line of defense against workplace hazards? Engineering or administrative
controls must always be considered first when evaluating and mitigating workplace hazards. Clearly, PPE is necessary, it
not only protects employees from potential injuries, it also protects against violations and fines as well. It's important
to consider additional safety measures, even though initially you may think them unnecessary. There are things that can be
done to make sure that you are better covered, such as frequently talking to employees about safety concerns.
