Coverage structure
New York has a State Plan that covers only state and local government employees. Private-sector employers are covered by federal OSHA — but New York state labor law adds several requirements on top of federal OSHA.
OSHA 10 card requirement
New York is one of the strictest states on OSHA 10 training. New York Labor Law Section 220 requires that workers on public work construction projects hold a valid OSHA 10-Hour construction card. Many general contractors extend this requirement to all workers on their private projects as well.
New York City additional requirements
New York City has its own construction safety requirements through Local Law 196 (Site Safety Training). NYC construction workers must earn a Site Safety Training (SST) card — either 10 hours (SST Card) or 40 hours (SST Supervisor Card) depending on their role. This is in addition to any state or federal requirements.
Asbestos regulations
New York has extensive asbestos regulations through the New York State Department of Labor and the NYC Department of Environmental Protection. Asbestos abatement work requires specific licensing and training beyond OSHA requirements.
Public employer coverage
New York's PESH (Public Employee Safety and Health) Bureau enforces OSHA standards for state and local government workers. PESH has its own inspection and enforcement process separate from federal OSHA.
Reporting
Private-sector employers report severe injuries to federal OSHA. Public-sector employers report to the NY PESH Bureau.