Michigan
Difference
OSHA versus MIOSHA. What’s the difference?
MICHIGAN
WHATS THE DIFFERENCE?
You’ve heard of federal OSHA, but did you know that Michigan has its own state-run program called MIOSHA. Because Michigan is such a manufacturing and construction heavy state, they have instilled additional regulations outside of federal OSHA to ensure employee safety.
MICHIGAN
WE'RE DIFFERENT
Some of the differences between OSHA and MIOSHA include:
- Accident prevention programs
- Employer responsibilities
- Employee responsibilities
- Housekeeping
- Work in hazardous spaces
- Boilers and pressure vessels
- Guarding, belts, gears, pulleys, sprockets, and moving parts
- Machine installations and guarding
- Toilets at construction sites
- Medical services and first aid
- Illumination
MICHIGAN
SAFETY FIRST
Employee safety it at the top of list by the Michigan Government and following these guidelines is a requirement of all employers to provide a safe workplace for their employees.
