We wanted to share with you the list of top citations DOSH gave to Washington cities and towns this year. This so our members know what DOSH inspectors are focusing on and you can make sure your organizations remain compliant.
Top DOSH safety & health violations
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Violation
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Times cited
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Globally harmonized system for hazard communication
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9
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Core rules: Personal protective equipment
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8
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Construction work: Fall protection requirements
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5
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Safety & health core rules: First aid
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5
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Safety standards for fire fighters: Training & member development
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5
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Safety standards for fire fighters: Fire suppression
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5
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Core rules: Safety committees and safety meetings
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5
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Safety & health core rules: Protect opensided floors & platforms
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3
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Ladders, portable and fixed: Designed use
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3
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Safety & health core rules: Exit routes & employee alarm systems
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3
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Safety standards for fire fighters: Accident Prevention Program
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3
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Safety standards for fire fighters: Automotive apparatus operational rules
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3
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Safety & health core rules: Employer responsibilities – Safe workplace
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2
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Confined spaces: Employee training
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2
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Safety standards for fire fighters: Technical rescues
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2
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Core rules: Accident Prevention Program
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2
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Confined spaces: Permit required Confined Space Program
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2
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Respirators: Develop & maintain a written program
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2
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Elevating work platforms: Elevating & lowering the platform
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2
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Confined spaces: Alternate methods
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2
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Respirators: Provide medical evaluations
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2
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Core rules: Basic electrical rules
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2
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Safety standards for fire fighters: Personal protective equipment & protective clothing
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2
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Recordkeeping and reporting: Other injury & illness recordkeeping requirements
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2
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Construction work: Signaling & flaggers
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2
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If you have any questions about these citations or categories or would like assistance bringing any of your programs up to compliance, Retro loss prevention staff is here to help.