Learn more about occupational, environmental healthy and safety from the government agencies listed below:
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) links to specific topic hotlines and emails.
EPA's mission is to protect human health and the environment.
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Healthy (NIOSH), 800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636), cdcinfo@cdc.gov
Provides National and World Leadership to Prevent Workplace Illnesses and Injuries
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 1-800-321-OSHA (6742), or link to an email form.
With the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Congress created the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to assure safe and healthful working conditions for working men and women by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance.
State Occupational Safety and Healthy Agencies, http://www.osha.gov/dcsp/osp/index.html, 1- 800-321-OSHA (6742). See state websites through this link for phone numbers.
Section 18 of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (the Act) encourages States to develop and operate their own job safety and health programs. OSHA approves and monitors State plans.