OSHA’s Top 10 Violations for 2025

OSHA has released its preliminary list of the top 10 most frequently cited standards for fiscal year 2025. This annual list is a valuable tool for employers, helping identify common workplace hazards and guiding efforts to keep employees safe and organizations compliant.

For the 15th consecutive year, Fall protection—General requirements topped the list as the most frequently cited standard, underscoring the continued importance of prioritizing fall prevention measures. Several other standards shifted positions from the previous year, with Respiratory protection moving down to number five and Scaffolding rising to number seven.

OSHA’s Top 10 Violations for 2025:

1. Fall protection—General requirements (5,914 violations)

2. Hazard communication (2,546)

3. Ladders (2,405)

4. Control of hazardous energy/lockout–tagout (2,177)

5. Respiratory protection (1,953)

6. Fall protection—Training requirements (1,907)

7. Scaffolding (1,905)

8. Powered industrial trucks (1,826)

9. Personal protective and life-saving equipment—Eye and face protection (1,666)

10. Machine guarding (1,239)

By understanding and addressing these frequently cited standards, employers can take proactive steps to prevent injuries, protect their workforce, and reduce the risk of costly violations.

Learn more at the official OSHA website, and if you need guidance reviewing your safety programs or ensuring your organization stays compliant, be sure to get in touch with us here.