New Jersey Construction Company Violates OSHA Regulations and is Fined $58,000

Discovery Construction Corporation located in Newark, New Jersey failed to prevent dangers and falls at it’s work site. The violations include 3 repeat citations costing $48,840 and 2 severe citations costing the company $9,420. Employees on the job working on roofs eleven feet high must use two ladders that exceed three feet above the roof or area. Workers using pneumatic nails guns must wear protective gear to prevent injuries. The Discovery Construction Corporation did not have regular inspections. It is very critical for your employees and your business to adhere to OSHA safety regulations. If you are looking for any information about general liability or workers comp insurance, Metropolitan Risk Advisory can help you and your business determine ways to prevent any serious and detrimental events.