News & Updates
- AHERA Compliance Seminar for Schools: October 23, 2009 in Pittsfield
- AHERA Compliance Seminar for Schools: October 21, 2009 in New Bedford
- Flu Prevention and Preparation For the Workplace
- Prevailing Wage Web Application Launched
- DOS representative meets Jordan Barab, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Labor for Occupational Safety and Health
Division of Occupational Safety
The mission of the Massachusetts Division of Occupational Safety is to promote and protect workers' safety and health, wages and working conditions. In collaboration with public and private entities, DOS protects workers by means of education and training, workplace safety and health consultation and assessment, occupational injury and illness data collection and analysis, and consistent and responsible administration and enforcement of its statutes and regulations. DOS carries out its objectives in a manner that supports employers and strengthens the Commonwealth's communities and economy.
Welcome from Commissioner Laura M. Marlin
Welcome to the website of the Division of Occupational Safety, a Division of the Massachusetts Department of Labor. As you explore this portal, you will find information about the protection of worker's safety and health, wages and working conditions and you find access to online services offered through the division. New Regulations: Civil Administrative Penalties (453 CMR 9.00-9.06)
New Trench Regulation to Protect Public Safety goes into effect March 1, 2009
DOS reminds those engaged in construction that trenches are recognized as one of the most hazardous construction conditions for workers and the public.
Notice to Awarding Authorities March 2009
Notice to Awarding Authorities for Projects Funded through theAmerican Recovery and Reinvestment Act
Office Locations
Division of Occupational Safety Office locations and phone numbers for each.
Mass.Gov/Recovery
Our Organization
Key Resources
- Joint Task Force On The Underground Economy and Employee Misclassification
- Nanotechnology
- Youth Employment Information
- The Massachusetts' Blue Laws
- Right to Know
- Alliance with OSHA Covering State Employees
- Licensing and Certification
- Trench Safety
- Columbus and Veteran's Day Permits for Holiday Openings
- Thanksgiving and Christmas Day - Permits