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OSHA Requirements in Minnesota

State Plan

Minnesota OSHA covers all private and public sector workers. Known for ergonomics emphasis and employee right-to-know provisions.

Who enforces
MNOSHA
Who is covered
Private and Public Sector

What this means for your worksites

  • AWAIR program required
  • Ergonomics emphasis
  • Employee Right-to-Know
  • Violence prevention

Where MNOSHA goes beyond federal OSHA

A state plan has to be at least as effective as federal OSHA, and may be stricter. These are the areas where Minnesota differs.

  • Employee Right-to-Know Act
  • Ergonomics program emphasis
  • Workplace violence prevention
  • A Workplace Accident and Injury Reduction (AWAIR) program
  • Unique crane and derrick requirements
  • Indoor air quality guidelines
  • Combustible dust emphasis

Requirements to plan for

AWAIR Program

Written workplace safety program required for most employers

Employee Right-to-Know

Training on hazardous substances, harmful agents, and infectious agents

Ergonomics

Ergonomics program required for certain industries

Violence Prevention

Workplace violence prevention for healthcare and social services

Major industries in Minnesota

ManufacturingHealthcareConstructionAgriculture

Where to check

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

Minnesota Occupational Safety and Health AdministrationOSHA state plans

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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.