OSHA Training in Massachusetts

Our OSHA 10 and 30 hour training classes are in high demand in Massachusetts, as are other OSHA training certifications for hazardous jobs such as confined space entry, trenching and excavation competent person, and hazardous waste operations and emergency response (HazWoper). That is because many employers, contractors, and government agencies in MA consider these as mandatory training for workers at their job sites.

However, it is important to make certain that your OSHA classes are conducted by authorized trainers who, like ours, are qualified to conduct the training.

We Are OSHA Trainers Authorized to Teach OSHA 10 & 30 Hour Courses in MA

There is no official certification required to teach most OSHA training classes in Massachusetts. But, you must make certain that on site OSHA 10 or 30-hour training classes are conducted by a trainer who is officially authorized to conduct these OSHA courses. The trainer must first complete a series of OSHA trainer classes provided by one of the OSHA Education centers located around the country. You can confirm their status as a currently authorized OSHA Outreach trainer by asking to look at their credentials proving they completed the following trainer courses.

Construction industry trainers must successfully complete the OSHA 510 course, followed by the OSHA 500 course. This qualifies the trainer to conduct OSHA 10-hour construction training in Massachusetts and anywhere else in the USA and territories for a four-year period. The trainer is also authorized to conduct OSHA 30-hour construction training in Massachusetts and elsewhere. To maintain their status as an authorized OSHA Outreach trainer for construction, they must complete the OSHA 502 trainer update course every four years.

General industry trainers must successfully complete the OSHA 511 course, followed by the OSHA 501 course. This qualifies the trainer to conduct OSHA 10-hour general industry training in Massachusetts and anywhere else in the USA and territories for a four-year period. The trainer is also authorized to conduct OSHA 30-hour general industry training in Massachusetts and elsewhere. To maintain their status as an authorized OSHA Outreach trainer for general industry, they must complete the OSHA 503 trainer update course every four years.

Be assured that our trainers who conduct on-site OSHA training classes in Massachusetts are authorized OSHA Outreach trainers. Scroll up to see links to all of the on site OSHA training classes we conduct.

Online OSHA 10 and 30-hour Training Courses Accepted in Massachusetts

There are also OSHA-authorized online 10 and 30-hour training courses available for construction and general industry. However, you must pay close attention, as only those course providers that are specifically authorized to provide these courses can issue trainees the official DOL / OSHA 10 or 30-hour wallet cards. There are plenty of imitators out there who use deceptive fine print and “too good to be true” pricing to sell you a course that is not OSHA authorized. You can rest assured that the 10 and 30-hour online OSHA training courses offered on our website are authorized by OSHA, and are accepted in Massachusetts as well as all other states and US territories.

Regulation of Workplace Safety & Health in Massachusetts

Worker safety and OSHA training for private companies in Massachusetts is regulated by the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Massachusetts does not operate an approved state OSHA program for public employees at the state or political sub-division (e.g.: county, municipal, public schools or universities) level.

OSHA Training Regulations and Standards in MA

Regulated employers located in Massachusetts are governed by the Federal OSHA health and safety standards found in the 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR). These include, but are not limited to, the OSHA workplace poster requirements in Part 1903, OSHA injury and illness record=keeping requirements in Part 1904, general industry standards in Part 1910, maritime standards in Parts 1915, 1917 and 1918, construction standards in Part 1926, and agricultural standards in Part 1928.

Many of these OSHA standards require that employers provide their employees in Massachusetts with OSHA training and information on a variety of health and safety topics (scroll down to see links to training requirements below).

Special MA State Requirement for Mandatory OSHA 10-hour Training *

The State of Massachusetts has a state law requiring most workers on certain publicly funded construction sites to possess the OSHA wallet card proving they have successfully completed the OSHA 10 hour construction training course.

CLICK HERE to see the MA state law requiring OSHA 10 hour training for construction workers on select work sites.

Other Special Safety Training Considerations for Employees in MA

Many workers in Massachusetts face unique environmental and occupational hazards that require specialized safety training to prevent serious injuries and illnesses. Cold Stress Prevention Training is essential for those working in freezing temperatures or even cool, damp conditions—whether outdoors or in refrigerated warehouses, food processing plants, or unheated job sites. Cold stress can lead to frostbite, hypothermia, and reduced dexterity, increasing the risk of accidents. This training helps workers recognize the early symptoms of cold-related illnesses and implement safe work practices to minimize risks in frigid environments.

At the other end of the spectrum, Heat Illness Prevention Training is critical for anyone exposed to high temperatures or humid conditions, where prolonged exposure can result in heat stress or even life-threatening heat stroke. Workers in construction, roadwork, landscaping, commercial kitchens, attics, or buildings without adequate ventilation must recognize the early signs of heat-related illness and know how to stay hydrated, take proper rest breaks, and respond to emergencies. This training provides essential knowledge to help them work safely in extreme heat.

Additionally, workers in industries such as wastewater management and agriculture must be aware of the dangers of Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S), a highly toxic gas commonly found in drilling sites, refineries, chemical plants, manure pits, grain elevators, sewers, and underground utility spaces. Without proper precautions, exposure can quickly become fatal. H2S Awareness Training ensures workers can identify H2S hazards, understand the importance of gas detection equipment, and follow emergency procedures to stay safe in high-risk environments.

Boston Construction Safety Ordinance

The City of Boston MA Construction Safety Ordinance, set to take effect from December 1, 2023,  mandates the designation of a Site Safety Coordinator possessing a minimum OSHA 30-hour construction certification for construction projects exceeding 50,000 square feet in Boston, as well as for all demolition projects involving buildings of four stories or more within the city.

Jurisdiction

Federal OSHA exercises jurisdiction over most private employers in Massachusetts. Federal employers in MA also operate under the jurisdiction of Federal OSHA. There is one OSHA office located in the western part of MA:

Springfield Area Office
1441 Main Street, Room 550
Springfield, Massachusetts 01103-1493

The OSHA national emergency hotline telephone number is 1-800-321-OSHA.

Occupational Fatality Data (2020) – Massachusetts

(1) – Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)