OSHA has released its preliminary data for the 2025 fiscal year, highlighting the top 10 most frequently cited standards across industries. Use these insights to strengthen your team’s safety practices and avoid costly penalties.
For 2025, the top 10 most cited standards were as follows:
2025 Top 10 OSHA Violations
- Fall protection — General requirements: 5,914 violations
- Hazard communication: 2,546 violations
- Ladders: 2,405 violations
- Control of Hazardous Energy— Lockout/tagout: 2,177 violations
- Respiratory protection: 1,953 violations
- Fall protection—Training requirements: 1,907 violations
- Scaffolding: 1,905 violations
- Powered industrial trucks: 1,826 violations
- Personal protective and life-saving equipment—Eye and face protection: 1,665 violations
- Machine guarding: 1,239 violations
Changes Compared to the Top 10 OSHA Violations from 2024
Several standards moved rankings from fiscal year 2024. “Respiratory protection” moved down to fifth place, while “scaffolding” violations climbed to number seven. Also, “fall protection — general requirements” maintained its status as OSHA’s most frequently cited standard for the 15th consecutive fiscal year.
Final Thoughts
By partnering with UNICO, you gain a trusted ally in navigating these critical safety standards. Get in touch with our Risk Consultant, Megan Hatch for customized solutions that protect your team and compliance efforts.
Megan Hatch, CPCU, CWCA, CRIS
Vice President | Risk Consultant
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