Employers and employees have rights under the MIOSH Act. Employers have a responsibility to comply with MIOSHA standards. In order to ensure safe and healthy work environments, MIOSHA may investigate any work operation in Michigan with the exception of domestic employment, federal facilities, mining, and maritime. The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health (MIOSH) Act (Public Act 154 of 1974, as amended) requires enforcement of workplace safety and health standards. Workplace investigations are conducted by the Construction Safety and Health Division and the General Industry Safety and Health Division. Employers have appeal rights and options for penalty reductions through the PRA process. Read more in our brochure Enforcement and Appeals Overview.
The Appeals Division represents the Construction Safety and Health and General Industry Safety & Health Divisions in prehearing conferences and formal administrative hearings related to contested MIOSHA citations.
The General Industry Safety & Health Division (GISHD) conducts inspections and investigations in places of employment within the state of Michigan, including public sector and private employers.
The Construction Safety & Health Division (CSHD) enforces safety and health standards in the construction industry.
