Kentucky operates under its own State Plan, approved by federal OSHA, meaning it enforces its own workplace safety and health regulations. This plan must be “at least as effective” as the federal OSHA standards.
Regulatory Oversight:
Kentucky Occupational Safety and Health (Kentucky OSH), under the Kentucky Labor Cabinet, manages and enforces the State Plan.
Covers both public and private sector workers within the state.
Key Coverage:
All state and local government employees
Most private sector businesses, unless under federal jurisdiction (e.g., maritime, federal employees, etc.)
Training and Recommendations:
OSHA training is not federally mandated, but Kentucky OSH recommends safety training in line with workers’ roles:
OSHA 10-Hour Training – for entry-level workers
OSHA 30-Hour Training – for supervisors and site managers
Some employers may require OSHA training as part of their internal safety policies or contractual obligations.
