Tennessee OSHA
The Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration (TOSHA) is committed to helping Tennesseans improve workplace safety and health. Some of these services include outreach, consultation and enforcement efforts.
Inspections and Compliance
- Differences in TOSHA and Federal (OSHA) Standards
- Does TOSHA have jurisdiction over student safety, customer safety, patient safety, or resident safety?
- Can I pay my penalties with a credit card?
- How can I know if I am in compliance with TOSHA regulations?
- How do I obtain a copy of an inspection?
- How do I get information about completing the OSHA 300 log?
Training and Consultation
- We've been recommended for VPP! What Happens Next?
- What If I Choose Not To Do What the Team Deems Necessary to Meet VPP Requirements?
- Why Does TOSHA Need To Talk To Employees when evaluating VPP?
- What will happen if the team sees a violation of TOSHA standards during a VPP Evaluation?
- How Long Will TOSHA Stay During a VPP Evaluation?
- Who Comes On A VPP Onsite Review?
Workplace conditions
- Safety rules for minors
- What is "protected activity"?
- Does TOSHA have jurisdiction over food safety?
- Am I required to report to work during inclement weather?
- What are the standards about mold in the workplace?
- Do companies have to provide heat to keep place of employment at regulated temperatures?