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 | 
