Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Administers and enforces federal worker protection laws. Ensures that workers are paid properly for all the hours they work, regardless of immigration status. Federal labor laws include the following: - Fair Labor Standards Act (Minimum Wage, Overtime, Record Keeping, Child Labor) - Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act - Employee Polygraph Protection Act - Family and Medical Leave Act (and Military Caregiver Leave) - Davis Bacon and Related Acts (Government Contracts) - McNamara – O’Hara Service Contract Act - PUMP Act (Nursing Mothers Provision) - Home care provisions of the FLSA Also enforces: - Wage garnishment provisions of the Consumer Credit Protection Act - Field sanitation standards of the Occupational Safety and Health Act - Employment standards and worker protections as provided in several immigration related statutes (H2A / H2B / H1B) Additionally provides and offers outreach seminars and information to employers and industry associations about federal labor laws and provides technical assistance. Employers cannot terminate workers or in any other manner discriminate against them for filing a complaint with WHD.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Conducts research and promotes best health and safety practices for Northwest producers and workers in farming, fishing and forestry. Areas of emphasis include new production technologies and the needs of under-served and vulnerable populations.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Design, develop, and evaluate the effectiveness of integrated programs that jointly address work-specific factors such as hazard reduction and work redesign along with employee-specific issues like chronic illness prevention and health improvement.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Provides a hire site center for day laborers. Minimum wage is $22 per hour for general labor. Offers educational classes for day laborers, including Health and Safety and ESL.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Offers bilingual training to obtain OSHA-10 certification.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Ensures safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. Investigates complaints of unsafe or unhealthful working conditions. Enforces the following worker rights: - Receive workplace safety and health training in a language you understand - Work on machines that are safe - Receive required safety equipment, such as gloves or a harness and lifeline for falls - Be protected from toxic chemicals - Request an OSHA inspection, and speak to the inspector - Report an injury or illness, and get copies of your medical records - Review records of work-related injuries and illnesses - See results of tests taken to find workplace hazards - Protection from retaliation

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.

Investigates claims of unsafe working conditions, as well as discrimination for voicing concerns about workplace safety. Conducts onsite workplace inspections to evaluate safety and health hazards and may impose penalties on businesses that do not meet state safety and health requirements. Enforces legislation that requires employers to inform their workers about chemical hazards and health issues. An employer may request a free, confidential onsite inspection service to assist with compliance on regulations without the fear of penalties.