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OSHA stands for Occupational Safety and Health Administration, which is part of the U.S. Department of Labor. OSHA’s mission is to assure America’s workers have safe and healthful working conditions free from unlawful retaliation. OSHA carries out its mission by setting and enforcing standards; enforcing anti-retaliation provisions of the OSH Act and other federal whistleblower laws; providing and supporting training, outreach, education, and assistance; and ensuring state OSHA programs are at least as effective as federal OSHA, furthering a national system of worker safety and health protections.

Kentucky operates an OSHA-approved State Plan covering most private sector workers and all state and local government workers. The Kentucky Safety and Health (OSH) Program, operating within the Kentucky Education and Labor Cabinet, under the statutory authority of Kentucky Revised Statutes (KRS) Chapter 338 and through a state plan approved by the U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), exercises jurisdiction for enforcement, on-site consultation, standards promulgation, and training services related to workplace safety and health. Learn more about Kentucky's program here


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Steve Morrison
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OSHA News


January 30, 2025
Is your company's OSHA 300A summary posted?
Kentucky OSHA rules require employers to post the OSHA 300A summary form (of 2024 occupational injuries and illnesses) no later than Feb. 1.
December 20, 2024
Building checks essential during extended holiday periods
Reach out to KACo's safety and loss control team with any questions or concerns about building maintenance during the cold weather holiday period.
December 12, 2024
Promote safe winter driving behaviors
Every vehicle should have an emergency supply kit in the trunk. Kits should be checked every six months, and expired items should be replaced regularly.
December 06, 2024
Fall protection remains top OSHA standard cited in 2024
Hazard communication and ladders round out the Top 3 on the list.
December 05, 2024
CERS board votes on employer contribution rates for FY 2026
Rates to be lowered following actuarial valuation
November 26, 2024
Important reminders as cold weather season looms
Many of your staff members might need to work outside in the colder temperatures. Make sure they use best practices to stay safe.
August 06, 2024
11 tips for effective workplace housekeeping
Experts agree that all workplace safety programs should incorporate housekeeping, and every worker should play a part. In addition, housekeeping should have management’s commitment so workers realize its importance.
August 01, 2024
Safety and Health Conference and Expo Aug. 21-23
For four decades, the Governor’s Safety and Health Conference has provided an experience specifically designed to increase awareness of workplace safety and health as well as enhance the professional development of occupational safety and OSH professionals