US Labor Department cites Florida roofing contractor for allegedly exposing employees to hazards after worker falls through residential skylight

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US Labor Department cites Florida roofing contractor for allegedly exposing employees to hazards after worker falls through residential skylight

JACKSONVILLE, FL - Following two federal safety inspections, the U.S. Department of Labor has cited a Jacksonville roofing contractor with 10 safety violations for willfully exposing workers to fall hazards by not requiring them to wear fall protection while working at least six feet above a lower level, leading to over $700,000 in proposed penalties.

"At the Department of Labor, we are committed to doing everything in our power to put the American worker and their safety first," said Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer. "These citations are a stark reminder that workplace safety is non-negotiable, and we will carry out our duty to hold employers accountable when they put lives at risk."

"No one should walk into work worrying that they might not come home at the end of the day," said Deputy Secretary of Labor Keith Sonderling. "Our workers are the backbone of this country, and we strive every day to ensure they never pay the ultimate price for a paycheck."

On March 18, 2025, the department's Occupational Safety and Health Administrationinitiated an investigation at an Elo Restoration LLC Jacksonville worksite - operating as Elo Roofing. Two weeks later, OSHA initiated a separate investigation at an Elo Roofing site in St. Johns after learning a worker sustained injuries and required hospitalization after falling through a residential roof while removing skylight fixtures.

The agency determined the worksite did not install guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest systems, and employees were not provided with alternative fall protection measures.

Elo Restoration LLC was cited with four willful, three repeat, a serious, and two other-than-serious citations, totaling $752,846 in proposed penalties.

The company has 15 business days from receipt of their citationsand penalties to comply, request an informal conference with OSHA, or contest the findings before the independent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission. Please check the OSHA establishment searchpage periodically for any changes in the inspection or penalty status.

Visit OSHA's website for information on developing a workplace safety and health program. Employers can also contact the agency for information about OSHA's compliance assistance resources and for free help on complying with OSHA standards.