Due to increasing inspections and fines, U.S. manufacturers have faced over $70 million in OSHA penalties within just one year. This trend poses financial and operational challenges for many facilities. Staying compliant with OSHA regulations is an ongoing struggle as organizations manage workforce safety, equipment use, and facility access. This guide is tailored for those addressing workplace safety, helping manufacturers identify risks, recognize compliance failures, and implement proactive safety strategies.
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Top OSHA Challenges & Gaps
Gain insights into compliance gaps manufacturers face, why they happen, and how to mitigate them.
Actionable Strategies to Strengthen Compliance
Discover strategies to improve documentation, emergency preparedness, contractor management, material tracking, and visitor safety training.
Recommended Technology to Help Stay Audit Ready
Dive into real-world examples of how modern facility management technology can support OSHA compliance efforts without adding administrative complexity.
Many manufacturers face compliance gaps due to outdated or manual processes, particularly in managing third-party access, hazardous materials, and emergency response. Fortunately, there are practical steps you can take now to reduce risk and enhance compliance.
“Disorganized, decentralized data management hinders retrieval of essential information during audits, delaying access to compliance documents and increasing audit risks.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of OSHA records do facilities need to maintain?
Facilities are required to maintain accurate records, such as, incident reports, safety training documentation, hazard communication programs, and evacuation drills. Digital systems like FacilityOS help centralize and streamline access to these records for easier compliance and audit readiness.
How often does OSHA require safety training for employees and contractors?
OSHA requires training at the time of initial assignment, when new hazards are introduced, and at regular intervals depending on the specific standard. FacilityOS’s visitor management module, VisitorOS, can incorporate training material during the sign-in processes for both employees, contractors, and visitors and record a digital audit trail of completions to ensure no one slips through the cracks.
What triggers an OSHA inspection, and how can we prepare?
Inspections may be triggered by complaints, reported incidents, referrals, or scheduled targeting programs. Being inspection-ready means maintaining up-to-date documentation, clear safety protocols, and accurate records of visitor and contractor activity. This is something FacilityOS supports through real-time dashboards, digital audit trails, and automated compliance workflows.
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