OSHA Top Four Construction Hazards

A quick card that lists the top safety hazards in the construction environment.

Top Four Construction Hazards

The top four causes of construction fatalities are:

Falls, Struck-By, Caught-In/Between and Electrocutions.

Prevent Falls

• Wear and use personal fall arrest equipment
• Install and maintain perimeter protection.
• Cover and secure floor openings and label floor opening covers
• Use ladders and scaffolds safely.

Prevent Struck-By

•  Never position yourself between moving and…