Gavel Insight

Montana is a state that places a high priority on the safety and health of its employees. This is evident in the numerous laws and regulations that exist to protect workers from harm in the workplace. In this article, we will discuss the major health and safety laws in Montana and how they can be leveraged to create a safe and healthy work environment. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, commonly called OSHA, is a federal agency that sets and enforces safety and health standards in the workplace. While OSHA’s standards are federal, Montana has its own state plan, the Montana Occupational Health and Safety Program, that addresses most of the same standards as OSHA but with some differences depending on Montana state laws. OSHA regulations apply to all employers, except those who are self-employed or who have fewer than ten employees and are engaged in industries that are recognized as “low-hazard.” These industries ...