Workers in the Evergreen State are protected by Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) workplace safety regulations. Learn more about these worker protections with the help of an OSHA-authorized Outreach training program. One simple course is all it takes to protect yourself from common hazards, build important job skills and open doors to exciting new career opportunities.
Earn an official OSHA 10 or 30 card — delivered within two weeks! — as you learn at your own pace from any computer, laptop or mobile device. Study where and when it's convenient for you. Once you master every lesson and pass the final exam, you'll receive an instant digital Certificate of Completion. Your card from the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is delivered by mail.
Holding a valid DOL card isn't mandatory at the federal level. However, some local governments or employers may require an OSHA 30 or 10 card as a condition of employment. Full safety training programs are strongly encouraged for all workers, even when not required by law.
Education plays an important role in workplace accident prevention. From entry-level laborers to veteran forepersons, all workers benefit from high-quality online instruction.
The best course for you depends on your role and experience level.
If you work in building, demolishing or renovating structures, you should select a construction course. General industry applies to facilities ranging from warehouses to hospitals, from factories to fast-food restaurants.
You can choose between the 10-hour or 30-hour version of each program, depending on your level of responsibility.
The 10-hour course is designed for entry-level employees and those without significant supervisory or safety responsibilities. Containing 30 hours of instruction, the longer version helps managers, safety professionals and other leaders create a workplace safety culture on the jobsite.
All courses teach the most recent federal standards and current best practices. All Outreach Training programs must meet rigorous DOL curriculum standards.
You can download a digital Certificate of Completion as soon as you finish every lesson and pass the final exam. Download and print your certificate as many times as you like.
You will also receive a wallet-sized plastic DOL card in the mail within two weeks of course completion. If you lose your card, you can request a replacement.
Yes. While federal regulations still apply across Washington, residents are also subject to additional occupational safety guidelines under an approved State Plan.
The plan applies to private and public employers with a few exceptions. The Division of Safety and Health (DOSH) administers the details of Washington's State Plan.
Many agencies work together to ensure safety compliance. The national worker protection laws found in Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations apply to all jurisdictions. OSHA conducts workplace inspections and hands out safety violation penalties under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.
The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I), including DOSH, administers labor and health standards within Washington's borders.
The government body you should contact depends on the nature of the violation.
For most violations, contact the DOSH office in Tumwater or make a complaint directly on the DOSH website. You can also report an injury, file a claim or find out more about your rights through the L&I website.
For other violations of your rights, contact the following agencies:
