This week Dr. Martin and James dive into OSHA's most cited violations for 2025, revealing the "low-hanging fruit" citations that are costing companies thousands and putting workers at risk.

Fresh from the National Safety Council conference in Denver, they break down each of the Top 10 with field-tested insights you won't find in the regulations. From fall protection failures to training gaps that erlook

Inside the Episode:

• Why fall protection remains #1 with 5,914 violations
• The free fall distance mistake that keeps getting workers hurt
• Secondary container violations and the MEK ingestion problem
• Why your lockout/tagout periodic inspections probably aren't compliant
• The difference between training compliance and actual worker competency
• Respiratory protection and medical surveillance gaps
• How to use the Top 10 list for your 2026 safety improvement plan

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