On-Site Consultation Program

Free Consulting Service for all Workplace Safety Needs

Under a grant from OSHA the Safety Bureau will provide, at an employer's request, a confidential comprehensive safety and health consultation at no cost. Consultations are limited to employers with less than 250 employees. Employers in high hazard industries are given priority. Phone: (406) 444-6418.

WHAT WE CAN DO FOR YOU

Our consultation services are confidential, conducted at no charge, and may include:

Assistance in the identification and control of safety and health hazards in your workplace
Explanation of federal workplace safety and health standard requirements and how they apply to your business
Training for your employees in safe working practices
Training for your employees in the use of personal protective equipment
Explanation of the requirements of the Montana Safety Culture Act

With your cooperation and commitment an effective consultation will reduce workplace injuries and illnesses.

WHO CAN REQUEST A CONSULTATION

Private employers may request this service by contacting the Department of Labor and Industry. Consultations will be scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis, with priority granted to small business employers in high hazard industries.

PROCEDURE

The consultation is conducted in three phases:

PHASE 1: THE OPENING CONFERENCE
You will be provided with a detailed explanation of the program, your safety and health programs will be reviewed, and pertinent accident and injury records will be examined.

PHASE 2: THE WALK THROUGH
A workplace survey will be conducted with you or a designee.

PHASE 3: THE CLOSING CONFERENCE
You will discuss with the consultant the existing or potential hazards identified, and the recommendations on how to control or eliminate the identified hazards.

A complete confidential written report that summarizes the findings and suggests remedial measures for identified hazards will be provided at a later date.

EMPLOYERS OBLIGATION

You are required to immediately eliminate any imminent danger and correct any serious safety or health condition within a specified time period.

**There are no fees charged for the consultation nor are fines or penalties levied for any safety or health hazards identified during the consultation.**

To schedule a free on-site consultation write, call, or e-mail:

Safety and Health Bureau
Department of Labor and Industry
P.O. Box 1728
Helena, MT 59624-1728
(406) 444-6401
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