Agency Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Department of Labor and Industry to make Virginia a better place to work, live and conduct business. We will achieve this goal by promoting safe, healthful workplaces, best employment practices, job training opportunities through registered apprenticeship, the protection of children from hazardous employment, and safe operation of boiler and pressure vessel devices.

Agency Background

As part of our effort to make Virginia a safe, healthy and productive place to work, DOLI provides a broad range of programs to employers and workers: We administer and enforce the Commonwealth’s occupational safety and health programs; payment of wage statute, right-to-work and child labor laws; worker apprenticeship programs; and certify the safe operation of commercial boilers and pressure vessels. For a brief description of Agency Programs click here

News/Announcements

2010 VOSH Conference – The 15th Annual VOSH Conference Brochure is now available. To see the 2010 conference sessions, facility information and get a registration form Click here.

Tornado Season In Virginia - A major hurricane or tornado can be lethal. Strong tornadoes can reach an awesome intensity, with wind speeds exceeding 200 mph and sometimes even approaching 300 mph. Preparing for hurricanes and tornados and responding to them effectively can reduce the dangers caused by these storms. For more information on how to plan and stay informed visit Tornado Preparedness

Safety Alert - Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible, odorless, and deadly gas that can escape from any fuel-burning appliance, such as a portable generator, gas furnace, or space heater. Exhaust fumes contain extremely high levels of carbon monoxide. Exposure to carbon monoxide causes carbon monoxide poisoning, and  can cause unconsciousness and even death if inhaled. Visit OSHA website Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

2009 Top 25 Lists - The Department of Labor and Industry Occupational Safety and Health Program recently published the annual lists for the 25 Most Frequently Identified Violations for 2008-2009. For the 2009 listings for Construction and General Industry Click here.