OSHA releases it top 10 most common work place injuries for 2007

OSHA annually reports the leading causes of workplace injuries during its fiscal year (October through September). This year, the 2007 “top 10” list of most frequently cited standards will look familiar — the top spots have remained relatively unchanged for the past three years. This stability is good news for risk managers and safety directors. It provides a compass as to where to focus your safety efforts to protect both employees and the bottom line.

Standard

1. Scaffolding (construction)        29 CFR 1926.501

2. Fall protection                          29 CFR 1926.501

3. Hazard communication             29 CFR 1910.1200

4. Lockout/Tagout                        29 CFR 1910.147

5. Respiratory protection             29 CFR 1910.134

6. Powered industrial trucks         29 CFR 1910.178

7. Electrical                                   29 CFR 1910.305

8. Ladders (construction)              29 CFR 1926.1053

9. Machine guarding                      29 CFR 1910.212

10. Electrical systems design        29 CFR 1910.303