--- title: Why Fear Safety Noncompliance? description: Anxiety about non-compliance to safety regulations can be relieved with the right software tool. image: https://www.thechecker.net/hubfs/image.png --- [![the-checker-grey-300](https://www.thechecker.net/hubfs/the-checker-grey-300.png) ](https://www.thechecker.net/) [ Login ](https://store.thechecker.net/login.php) [ GET A DEMO ](https://www.thechecker.net/demo) 2 min read ## [Why Fear Safety Noncompliance?](https://www.thechecker.net/stories/blog/no-reason-to-fear-safety-non-compliance) by [Shawn Macpherson](https://www.thechecker.net/stories/blog/author/shawn-macpherson) ![](https://www.thechecker.net/hubfs/image.png) Companies within the United States that do not follow the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) [regulations](https://www.osha.gov/law-regs.html) are opening themselves up to all sorts of non-compliance fines. In the developed world, most countries have similar regulations. These regulations are straightforward, and the cost of non-compliance is clear.  **Types of OSHA Violations** *De Minimis – *This is the least severe type of violation, with no real impact on health or safety. OSHA does not issue fines for these kinds of breaches Other-than-*serious* *–*** **This is an offence that is related to health or safety but would not directly result in severe injury or death. One such example is the failure to post required safety documentation in the work area. Substantial fines result. *Serious* *–* These types of violations are issued when an employer is aware of a potential hazard that poses a health or safety risk to the employees but does nothing about it. Substantial fines result. *Willful* – This level of violation is issued when there’s an intentional violation of OSHA standards. If it results in an employee killed, there’s possible jail time in addition to fines. *Failure to Abate* *–* Companies have a set amount of time to fix problems they were cited. If they fail to do so in that time, fines accrue and criminal charges are likely. **Indirect Costs Associated with Non-Compliance Violations** Aside from fines and criminal liability, employers also have to face the legal costs to settle civil claims, as well as [business disruption and negative reputation costs](https://www.thechecker.net/stories/blog/how-inspections-can-affect-your-brand). According to a [survey](https://aeasseincludes.assp.org/professionalsafety/pastissues/056/01/039_047_F2Manuele_0111Z.pdf) conducted by the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), every dollar spent on direct costs and fines related to an accident results in an additional $3-$10 in indirect costs.  **A Comprehensive Inspection Program** Fortunately, these risks can be minimized. A well-thought-out, comprehensive safety inspection program, implemented using [The Checker Software](https://www.thechecker.net/the-checker-pro), will increase a company's worker safety and comply with all mandatory regulations.  This software—which can be used on any mobile device—can manage inspections and audits, identify hazards, and provide corrective and preventive actions. It can relieve you of any anxiety about non-compliance and pave the way to a safe workplace. 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