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OSHA Requirements in Alabama

Federal OSHA

Alabama follows federal OSHA standards for private sector workers. State and local government workers are not covered by federal OSHA.

Who enforces
Federal OSHA
Who is covered
Private Sector Only

What this means for your worksites

  • Federal OSHA standards apply
  • No state-specific requirements
  • Private sector coverage only
  • State/local government workers not covered

Major industries in Alabama

Where to check

Requirements and penalty amounts change. Confirm the current position with the enforcing agency rather than relying on a summary.

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General guidance only, not legal advice. Jurisdiction and coverage are summarised from public OSHA information and can change. Verify against the enforcing agency for your worksite.