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Elo Restoration LLC, operating as Elo Roofing, has been cited for 10 safety violations by the U.S. Department of Labor, with penalties exceeding $750,000. The investigation revealed serious concerns about fall hazards at job sites in Florida, particularly following a worker’s hospitalization from a fall. The company has 15 business days to respond to the citations. These incidents highlight the critical need for enforcing workplace safety regulations in the construction industry.
Jacksonville – Elo Restoration LLC, which operates under the name Elo Roofing, has been cited by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) for 10 safety violations, facing proposed penalties exceeding $750,000. The findings, announced on a Monday, highlighted serious concerns related to the safety of workers at several job sites in Florida.
The investigation by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) commenced on March 18, 2025, at an Elo Roofing worksite in Jacksonville. A subsequent investigation was launched two weeks later at a different site in St. Johns after a worker was hospitalized due to a fall when removing skylight fixtures. This incident underscored the immediate need for stronger safety measures at the company’s operations.
OSHA identified multiple fall hazards during these investigations, noting that Elo Roofing failed to enforce the use of fall protection for employees working at heights of six feet or more above a lower level. Specifically, the worksites were lacking vital safety equipment such as guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest systems, and workers were not provided with any alternative fall protection measures.
As a result of these findings, Elo Restoration received four willful citations, three repeat citations, one serious citation, and two other-than-serious citations. The total proposed penalties amount to $752,846, a significant financial implication for the company.
The DOL’s Secretary of Labor emphasized the ongoing commitment to ensure worker safety, stating that the violations serve as a crucial reminder that workplace safety is essential and must be taken seriously. The Deputy Secretary of Labor supported this statement, highlighting that every worker deserves to return home safely after a day’s work.
Elo Restoration now has a period of 15 business days to either comply with the citations, request an informal conference with OSHA to discuss the findings, or contest the violations before the Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission. This period allows the company to respond to the citations and possibly mitigate some of the financial repercussions or adjust their workplace safety practices accordingly.
This case is part of OSHA’s broader focus on fall protection, which remains one of the most frequently cited violations in the construction industry. Fall protection measures are critical in preventing injuries and fatalities among construction workers, who face a significant risk when working at heights. Regulations and enforcement efforts by OSHA are aimed at reducing such risks and enhancing overall workplace safety standards across the industry.
The citations against Elo Restoration reflect ongoing efforts by federal agencies to uphold and enforce safety regulations effectively, ensuring that companies prioritize the well-being of their employees. As investigations continue and further actions are taken, the case serves as a vital example of the necessity of adhering to safety protocols in construction and roofing services.
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