Occupational Safety and Health Topics A to Z
This page provides direct links to construction related information on our website or other pertinent websites.
Standards
The Construction Industry Standards are contained in 29 CFR 1926. In addition, certain General Industry Standards contained in 29 CFR 1910 may also apply. These standards can be purchased by calling the Education, Training and Technical Assistance Bureau at (919) 807-2875. Also, the standards can be viewed on the OSHA Web site:
Construction Industry Standards, 29 CFR 1926 - main index on OSHA Web site
General Industry Standards, 29 CFR 1910 - main index on OSHA Web site
For information about state-specific standards and federal standards currently being reviewed by NCDOL see:
OSH Division standards page
Operating Documents
Information about how the OSH Division enforces standards can be found in many places. The following operating documents may be useful. Please review the titles on each index page for specific subjects.
Compliance (CPL) Directives - a CPL is a federal operating procedure used by the OSH Division which relates to enforcement of a particular standard.
Field Operations Manual (FOM) - the FOM contains permanent OSH Division operating procedures.
Operational Procedure Notices (OPN) - An OPN is an OSH Division operating procedure which may clarify or replace a federal operating procedure. These include special emphasis programs and temporary operating procedures, many of which are specific to inspection activities or hazards in the construction industry.
Standards Notices (SN) - an SN is an OSH Division standards interpretation.
Subject Index Pages
The following specific subject index pages related to construction have already been created. Additional topics will continue to be added. Please view our Subject Index page for additional topics.
Asbestos
Bloodborne Pathogens
Confined Spaces
Cranes
Excavation and Trenching
Fall Protection
Heat Stress
Lead
Noise
Personal Protection Equipment
Respiratory Protection
Scaffolding
Silica
Publications
The following headings/documents can be viewed on the publications page or are directly linked to the appropriate page. Many titles related to construction are available.
Industry Guides
Fatality Fact Sheets
Fact Sheets
Industry/Hazard Alerts
Quick Cards
Labor Ledger (includes Deadly Mistakes)
Sample Written Programs/Checklists
Training Resources
Construction Industry Training Presentations, NCDOL
Construction related videos, NCDOL library (see construction related titles under video/DVD titles)
Training Calendar, Education, Training and Technical Assistance Bureau
Request Other Training Services, Education, Training and Technical Assistance Bureau
Training Newsletter - sign up to receive the monthly training newsletter by e-mail.
Labor One Mobile Training Unit, Education, Training and Technical Assistance Bureau
NCDOL Services
Consultative Services Bureau
Request a free Consultative visit
Carolina Star Programs (including Building Star)
Safety Awards Programs
Education, Training and Technical Assistance Bureau
Compliance Bureau
File a work-related safety or health complaint/request an inspection
Report an OSH work-related accident (fatality or catastrophe)
Library - to review training videos or other publications
Other Agency Resources
Construction Subject Index, OSHA Web site
Construction Subject Index, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health Web site
Ask a Question
If you would like to receive interpretive guidance on this or any other OSH standard/subject, please e-mail ask.osh@labor.nc.gov or call 1-800-NCLABOR
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