OSHA's BIGGEST Fines of 2024 | You Won't Believe These!

Show Notes:
In this video, Rachel from Ally Safety discusses the ten largest OSHA fines imposed on employers in 2024, highlighting the severe safety violations that led to these penalties. She details each case, emphasizing the importance of adhering to safety regulations to prevent tragic accidents. Rachel encourages viewer engagement and promotes Ally Safety's resources for further training. Through examples like fatal accidents and repeated violations, she underscores the critical need for consistent safety practices. The episode serves as a cautionary reminder of the consequences of neglecting workplace safety and the role of OSHA in enforcing compliance.

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Timestamps:
Introduction to OSHA's Fines (00:00:00)
Overview of OSHA's significant fines in 2024 and their implications for workplace safety.

10th Highest Fine: Jindal Tubular USA (00:00:00)
Details of a fatal accident leading to over $536,000 in fines for major safety violations.

9th Highest Fine: Legacy Cooperative (00:01:32)
Inspection triggered by a complaint revealed dangerous combustible dust accumulation, resulting in fines of nearly $537,000.

8th Highest Fine: TMI Manufacturing (00:02:50)
Over $551,000 fined for serious safety violations related to hazardous machinery and lack of lockout/tagout procedures.

7th Highest Fine: Koala Services (00:04:06)
$810,000 penalty issued after a fatality due to carbon monoxide exposure from unsafe confined space practices.

6th Highest Fine: Adrian Construction Group (00:05:22)
A planned inspection resulted in a $1 million fine for repeated fall protection violations in construction.

5th Highest Fine: Florence Marble and Granite (00:06:31)
Over $1 million fined for unsafe silica exposure practices, contributing to serious health issues among workers.

4th Highest Fine: Giant Construction Corporation (00:07:46)
$1,038,000 penalty for failing to provide necessary safety equipment in trench work, marking repeated violations.

3rd Highest Fine: Florence Hardwoods (00:09:03)
$13 million fine following a tragic fatality involving an untrained minor caught in machinery.

2nd Highest Fine: Wagner Construction (00:10:19)
$19 million penalty for exposing workers to trenching hazards, highlighting the importance of safety protocol adherence.

1st Highest Fine: Phoenix Lumber Company (00:11:34)
A staggering $25 million fine after a fatal accident, emphasizing ongoing safety negligence at the facility.

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