The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has announced the launch of its new “OSHA Cares” initiative, a nationwide effort focused on improving workplace safety through collaboration, education, and proactive support.
Led by the U.S. Department of Labor, this initiative represents a shift toward strengthening relationships between OSHA, employers, and workers — with a clear goal: ensuring that every worker returns home safely at the end of the day.
The OSHA Cares initiative emphasizes a more approachable and collaborative approach to workplace safety. Rather than focusing solely on enforcement, OSHA is encouraging employers to actively seek guidance, ask questions, and utilize available resources to build stronger safety programs.
This effort is especially important for small and mid-sized businesses, which often face unique challenges in navigating safety requirements. By expanding access to OSHA experts and compliance assistance specialists, the agency is working to make safety resources more accessible and effective.
As part of OSHA Cares, the agency is rolling out several key updates, including:
These efforts aim to empower employers with the tools and knowledge needed to create safer, more compliant workplaces.
For union construction workers and the building trades, safety has always been a top priority. Initiatives like OSHA Cares reinforce the importance of proactive safety practices, ongoing training, and strong labor-management collaboration.
At the Union Labor Advisory Network, we support programs and policies that prioritize worker safety, education, and access to resources that protect our members on and off the job site.
OSHA’s renewed focus on partnership and prevention signals an important step forward in workplace safety. By encouraging collaboration and providing practical support, OSHA Cares has the potential to strengthen safety culture across industries — especially in construction, where the risks are highest.
Employers, union leaders, and workers alike are encouraged to take advantage of these resources and continue building a culture where safety comes first.
To learn more about OSHA Cares, visit OSHA.gov.