Since its inception, OSHA has focused on protecting employee rights and ensuring safety at construction sites. As a result, OSHA enforces specific regulations tailored to each state in the U.S. Both employers and employees are required to comply with their state’s laws. Below are the key qualifications and important information you should know before working in Alabama’s general industry or construction sectors.
Occupational health and safety regulations vary across the United States, but workers in Alabama are primarily governed by Federal OSHA Standards and Regulations.
While Alabama does not require mandatory OSHA 10- or 30-hour training, most essential safety topics relevant to Alabamans are covered in these courses.
To gain specific knowledge and a comprehensive understanding of workplace safety and site hazards, OSHA recommends that supervisors complete the OSHA 30-Hour Safety Training and workers complete the OSHA 10-Hour Safety Training.
