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30 Pics Of People Who Haven’t Learned OSHA Regulations Are There For A Reason Yet (New Pics)
When it comes to building or working with heavy machinery, the modern world truly has its marvels of engineering and technology. And at the same time, these things can injure us in the blink of an eye. Fortunately, regulatory bodies like OSHA exist to create good guidelines for workplaces to follow.
However, as it so often happens, workplaces simply do their own thing. So this internet group documents all the most heinous and hilarious OSHA violations out there. So get comfortable, strap on your hard hat, upvote your favorite posts, and be sure to comment your thoughts and stories below.
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#1
This Will Go Swimmingly
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#2
“The Things We Do To Make A Dollar” - Some Tweaker On My Fb
#3
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Michael P (Perthaussieguy) 2 years ago
Which came first, the post it note or the blown outlet, I wonder.
#4
Removal Of Original Torch In 1985. Cool Harness
Nimues Child 2 years ago
Ah, yes. Back when there were no seat belts, smoking was everywhere and drinking & driving was a thing. (upvote for the caption!)
#5
More Than One Problem Here…
#6
New Machine-Guarding Safety Measures
#7
To Be An Aircon Technician, You Must Have Good Balance As Well
#8
It's Probably Fine
#9
Diving Around Europe Right Now And Feeling Super Jealous Of Their Stylish, Summertime Ppe
#10
I Guess I’ll Just Die
Nimues Child 2 years ago
I need context....what is wrong with this defibrillator? Enquiring minds want to know!
#11
A Safety Refresher Might Be Necessary
#12
The Wharehouse Across From My Job
#13
This Is His First Day In The Industry
#14
My Buddy Just Snapped Me This…
#15
Might Wanna Strap That Down, Pa Roads Get Bumpy
Tobias Reaper 2 years ago
do you want a final destination scenario cause thats what you're gonna get
#16
I Asked If He Knows How To Put A Harness On. He Said Yes
#17
Beam Me Up Scotty
#18
Posted By The Wildwood Boardwalk Official Facebook Page
#19
The Old "Regulations Say That's Forbidden, But Absolutely Everyone Does It Like That"
#20
Totally Passes The Inspection
#21
When Life Gives You Short Ladders
#22
Just Put Some Caulk In It It’ll Be Fine
#23
Too Hot For Safety
#24
Someone Was Welding Next To The Paint Bucket
#25
After Several Months And This Appartment Reaching 80% Occupancy, This Hole Is Still Wide Open For Anyone To Just, Fall Into
#26
My Co-Worker Is A Genious
#27
Came Into Work To See This, Made A Meme
#28
Leaking Water In The Light Fixture. Can't Get Approval From Higher-UPS For A "$2000" Bill
#29
I Was Told There Were Tie Off Points On The Decks
#30
Always Keep Your Msds Book In A Safe Place
#31
Someone Forgot To Strap In Carts Of Hospital Waste Inside This Truck
#32
My Employer Says They Care About Workers Safety
#33
Spider-Man?
#34
No Hardhat, Wrong Shoes, Should Probably Fire Her On The Spot, Her Mother Might Object Though
Joshua Moore 2 years ago (edited)
That looks like a great "Time out" space, add a few of those 2 x 4's over the top and you're all set. 🤣
#35
Protecting What's Important To Him
#36
When U Reach The Tipping Point Of Your Crane U Can Move The Crane.. Or Call A Friend To Help Hold U Down
#37
Crane Operator Thought A 75 Ton Grear Box Didn't Need To Be Lifted Perpendicular To The Tracks. The Corner Sank 18" And Nearly Tipped Over
#38
Happiest Place On Earth To Break Safety Regulations
#39
Nothing To See Here
#40
How’s It Hanging?
#41
“Yes The Asbestos Abatement Is All Done , It’s Ready For You To Work On!”
WindySwede 2 years ago
Does not have to be asbestos, send in for testing. Can be in both insulation, the paper around. *FUN TIMES!*
#42
Check Your Ladders Before You Climb!
#43
Improper Tie Down Situation
#44
When The Down Riggers Can’t Quite Get That Lift Level
#45
Guy In Video Actually Says, "Production First, Safety Second."
#46
Earlier Today At Noryangjin Seafood Market In Seoul
#47
Guards Aren’t Just There To Get In The Way
Lunaofthenest (She/they) 2 years ago
Wonder if this person will be going as Captain Hook to every costume party for the rest of his days?
#49
Little Breeze On Them Toes, Never Come Home With Sweaty Socks After A Long Day's Work
#50
Heard Yall Like Cribbing
#51
Found At My Local Scratch And Dent Appliance Place. I Swear I Heard Him Say “Hey, Can You Go A Little Faster, It’s Hot In Here And I Need A Breeze.” They Were Carrying Boxes And He Was Kinda Just Sitting On Them To Hold Them In Place
#52
At Least He’s Not On The Top Two Rungs…lol
#53
Seen On Facebook... Looks Sturdy Enough!
#55
Finally Found One. Leaf Blower To Clean The Gutters On My 3 Story Apt Building
#57
Asbestos Can Be Buried Right?
#58
Nothing Good Can Come From This. Why Would Anyone Make It?
#59
Wood Extension Feet On A Fibreglass Ladder. Looks Good To Me Boss!
#60
Pulled Up Behind This Disaster While On The Way To My Jobsite
Lunaofthenest (She/they) 2 years ago
It really *isn't* the thought that counts, in this scenario. Why even loop the chain through at all if you're not going to secure it to anything?
#62
New Corporate Safety Manager
#63
Found A Photo From A Construction Site I Used To Work At
#64
We Just Had A Safety Training Course About Ladders A Couple Of Weeks Ago
Michael Braisher 2 years ago
Probably one of those workplaces where you get fried for 'not doing the job' despite the tools being inadequate. Sadly people just acquiesce to the toxicity.
#65
The Neighbor’s Movers Couldn’t Get The Dresser Down The Stairs
Michael P (Perthaussieguy) 2 years ago
Looks like a car is nicely positioned to cushion a fall
#66
Stairway To Heaven
#67
I Was Told This Would Fit Here
#68
"It's Not That Bent Is It?" - My Idiot Supervisor
#69
Have No Fear A Ladder Stabilizer Is Here
Samantha Mannion 2 years ago
Omg I never knew this existed!! Would have come in handy back when I was painting houses...
#70
They Said The Basket Moved Around A Lot
#71
Of Course It’s Safe. If You’re Watching 10m Afar (Caught One In The Wild Here In Brazil)
#72
Inpalement For Hire
#73
Spotted At A Safeway Some Years Ago
#74
Don't Hire Unqualified Drivers
#75
Let’s Quickly Get Ahead Of This Guy And Give A Warning
#76
Replacing Cheap Fuses With High Quality Fuses. Now I Dont Need To Replace Them Often
#77
Electrician Fail #2 - Used 1mm Instead Of 2.5 For Aircon Install. Wires Got A Bit Toasty
#79
When It’s Just Too Nice Of A Day Out
I heart Boo-BI-es 2 years ago (edited)
Understandable...it can't be much worse than when they have the guy standing on a tiny platform off of and hanging off the back/side of the truck.
#80
"I Was Just Doing My Job"
#82
Two Birds One Stone, Gas Cylinder Is Secure, And Stabilizes The Platform. The Cylinder Is Also Perfectly Aimed At The Window Of The Store, For Maximum Safety
#83
For Your Safety Customers Are In Work Areas
#84
I Will Definitely Not Be Washing My Hands With This
#85
"Think Safety"
#86
Mmm Tasty
#87
Oc This Is The Gate They Put In At My Job. Maybe I'm Am Idiot For Walking Into This?
#88
Two Violations For The Price Of One!
#90
So, I Walk In To This This Morning:
#91
Looks Safe To Me
#92
They Said The Basket Moved Around A Lot
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