Trumpy:
As Greg said,it's dependent on the jobsite here also. (NJ)
Lately, OSHA has generated a lot of publicity and large fines, mostly for unsafe excavations/trenching. A few days ago, $78,500 to one sewer contractor, no shoring, and lack of safety equipment (retrieval gear). No doubt the fine will be appealed, and a settlement with no liability will be the usual outcome.
I expect to see them whenever there is any type of incident that results in damages or injuries.
