These were the most frequently cited OSHA standards for the food services and drinking places industry last year:
- Hazard communication – Properly transmitting information on chemical hazards through a comprehensive program, container labeling, SDS and training.
- General Personal Protective Equipment Requirements – Selecting the correct PPE, providing instruction, monitoring its use and maintaining the PPE to standards.
- Wiring Methods, Components and Equipment for General Use – Using proper wiring techniques and equipment to ensure safe electrical continuity.
- General Electrical Requirements – Ensuring electric equipment is free from recognized hazards likely to cause death or serous physical harm to employees.
- General Requirements for Walking/Working Surfaces – Housekeeping guidelines.
- Maintenance, Safeguards and Operational Features for Exit Routes - Exit routes must be kept free of explosive or highly flammable furnishings or other decorations.
- Portable Fire Extinguishers - Placement, use, maintenance and testing of portable fire extinguishers provided for the use of employees.
- Medical Services and First Aid - Ensuring the ready availability of medical personnel and first aid supplies on-site.
- Guarding Floor and Wall Openings and Holes - Ensuring every stairway floor opening has proper railings and other protection.
- General Requirements for All Machines - Providing proper machine guarding to protect the operator and other employees from hazards.
