Additional Assistance for Recordkeeping

If the employer still has questions regarding the OSHA standards or North Carolina state-specific standards, they can submit an inquiry about safety and health requirements to Ask OSH through the online form or by phone at 919-707-7876.

Resource information can be found on the webpages for Which OSHA Standards Apply and OSHA Standards With Special Requirements. These webpages should be used with General Industry Training Requirements, General Industry Inspection Requirements, Construction Industry Training Requirements, Construction Industry Inspection Requirements and Programs, Plans and Procedures (requirements for General Industry and Construction).

Also reference the safety and health topics pages including Recordkeeping Resources (Scan QR Code) for additional information. Example safety and health programs and presentations (pre-recorded webinars) along with publications are available to assist the employer in meeting standards requirements. Specifically, the brochure on top ten most frequently cited serious violations can be useful in identifying frequently cited violations by industry. For more information regarding the required state and federal workplace posters, go to the NCDOL State and Federal workplace posters webpage.

The NCDOL Library also offers free safety and health videos and related research assistance on consensus standards (i.e., ANSI, NFPA, NEC). The education, training and technical assistance bureau provides free online safety and health training and outreach services (i.e., speaker's bureau requests, safety booths) upon request. In addition, the consultative services bureau provides free confidential on-site employer assistance.