OSHA On-Site Consultation
OSHA's On-site Consultation Program offers free and confidential advice to small and medium-sized businesses in all states across the country, with priority given to high-hazard worksites. Visit OSHA's Consultation Directory Map to see more information about OSHA's consultation services in your state.
Annually, on average, responding to requests from small employers looking to create or improve their workplace safety and health programs, OSHA's On-Site Consultation Program conducts over 26,000 visits to small business worksites covering approximately 1 million workers across the nation.
On-site Consultation services are separate from enforcement and do not result in penalties or citations. Consultants from state agencies or universities work with employers to identify workplace hazards, provide advice on compliance with OSHA standards, and assist in establishing injury and illness prevention programs.
Because consultation is a voluntary activity, you must request it. The consultant will discuss your specific needs with you and set up a visit date based on the priority assigned to your request, your work schedule, and the time needed for the consultant to adequately prepare to serve you.
- The consultant will start with an opening conference with you before beginning the walk through.
- The consultant will study your entire workplace, pointing out safety or health risks (some which may not have an applicable OSHA standard).
- After the walk-through, the consultant will review the findings with you before leaving.
- Finally, the consultant will send you a detailed written report explaining the findings and confirming any abatement periods agreed upon. They may also contact you from time to time to check your progress.
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