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Vermont Labor and Employment FAQs

• Q: How Can I Get Information On Safety And Health Standards, The Standard For General Industry And Construction, Osha 300 Logs, Small Business Handbooks, Confined Space Or Hazard Communication?
  A: Contact VOSHA at 1­800­287­2765.
• Q: Where Can I Get Information On Health Hazards, Such As Chemical Exposures, Asbestos, Indoor Air Quality, Or Blood-Borne Pathogens?
  A: Contact VOSHA at 1­800­287­2765.
• Q: Are There Any Temperature Requirements For Working Conditions?
  A: No, there are not temperature requirements in the State of Vermont.
• Q: What Does The Project Worksafe Consultation Service Cost And Who Is Eligible?
  A: Consultation services are already paid for with your tax dollars and there are no additional charges. Vermont employers with 250 or less employees on site or 500 … More
• Q: What Is The Project Worksafe Consultation Service All About?
  A: The Vermont Project WorkSAFE Consultation service is designed to help both employers and employees prevent workplace injuries and illnesses by: Guiding the … More
• Q: As An Employer, Must I Fix All Identified Hazards And How Is It Verified?
  A: The employer is obligated to correct all serious hazards found by the consultant within a reasonable period of time. Extensions are granted if a hardship is identified … More
• Q: Will A Consultation Lead To A Vermont Osha Inspection?
  A: All information is kept confidential . The only time Vermont OSHA is contacted is on the rare occasion a company refuses to correct serious hazards within a reasonable … More
• Q: How Much Will It Cost To Correct Any Identified Hazards?
  A: The expense in correcting hazards are usually minor. Keep in mind, the long­term and often hidden costs of failing to correct a hazard are often much greater than … More
• Q: Can A Consultant Conduct Onsite Training Sessions?
  A: Onsite training and education by consultants is generally informal, occurring during the process of the consultation visit, involving both the employer and the … More
• Q: Will Consultants Require Access To All Areas During A Consultation Visit?
  A: As the employer, the decision is yours. Although most employers prefer a comprehensive survey, you may request a visit for specific areas or technical assistance. … More
• Q: Have Consultants Visited Or Will They Subsequently Visit My Competitor?
  A: Our service extends to all eligible companies who request it. All information is kept confidential; therefore, no hazards or processes which may be a trade secret … More

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