A Florida roofing contractor facing a $752,000 OSHA fine for multiple violations is speaking out about enhanced safety procedures following a serious injury on a jobsite.

Eric Grengs, president of Jacksonville, Fla.-based Elo Restoration, said safety is a daily priority for all their workers and that OSHA’s recent citations don’t provide the full picture.  

“We are committed to protecting our employees, customers, and the communities we serve,” Grengs said in a written statement to RC. “We are aware of the citations recently issued by OSHA and are reviewing them carefully with our legal and safety teams. While we respect OSHA’s role, we do not agree with all of the findings and intend to exercise our rights through the appropriate review and appeals process.”

Earlier this month, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) levied more than $752,000 in fines for 10 safety violations – including willfully exposing workers to fall hazards. The hefty penalty followed an investigation into a March incident on a Jacksonville jobsite, according to an OSHA press release. A second investigation into a separate incident on an Elo Restoration jobsite in St. John’s, Fla., revealed an employee sustained serious injuries and was hospitalized after falling through a residential roof while installing skylights.

Regulators determined there were no guardrails, safety nets, or personal fall arrest systems, and employees were not provided with alternative fall protection measures, the release said.

"These citations are a stark reminder that workplace safety is non-negotiable,” said Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer.

Company officials said the employee suffered a broken leg and is recovering. They would not discuss specifics of the incidents while their review is underway. Grengs did address recent improvements to safety planning.

“Over the past year, we have been reinforcing our safety programs, enhancing training, and taking additional steps to ensure that our workplace safety practices meet and exceed regulatory standards,” he said. “Safety is not just a regulatory requirement for Elo Restoration, it is a core value, and we remain dedicated to continuous improvement in this area.”

Founded in 2013, Elo grew into a regional operator serving customers on the East coast of Florida, Colorado and Louisianna, and generated $23 million in revenue to make RC’s Top 100 List in 2023. Skyline Roofing Partners, an Imperial Capital portfolio company, acquired it in 2024.

Elo Restoration has 15 business days from receipt of their citations and penalties to comply, request an informal conference with OSHA, or contest the findings before the independent Occupational Safety and Health Review Commission.