The Ohio BWC website provides information to employers, injured workers, as well as medical service providers about the State of Ohio worker's compensation system.  Information on the Division of Safety and Hygiene is also available here. http://www.ohiobwc.com

Occupational Safety & Health Administration

The Federal Occupation Safety & Health Administration website offers safety/health information, information on ergonomics, compliance assistance as well as current news releases .http://www.osha.gov/

OSHA Safety Training

This site contains safety training materials released by OSHA. www.osha-safety-training.net

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

NIOSH offers several publications and video tapes regarding workplace safety.  These services are available free of charge.  Some topics covered include chemical safety, construction, and agricultural safety. http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/homepage.html

Ohio Division of Labor & Worker Safety Wage and Hour

This site provides valuable information regarding wage and hour information in the State of Ohio.  Information regarding prevailing wage, minimum wage and minor labor laws can be found here.  There is also a feature which will assist you in preparing a job bid that meets the State of Ohio guidelines. http://www.wagehour.com.state.oh.us

National Safety Council

The National Safety Council is a federal organization that provides information on both workplace and public safety.  There is information on developing emergency response plans, first aid, and designing a safe workplace. http://www.nsc.org

The Wellness Council of America

This website provides information on how to lower your employee group insurance premiums by instituting workplace wellness programs. There is a link to get a free 101 workplace wellness tips brochure.  http://www.welcoa.org

Gateway for Safety & Health Information Resources

A comprehensive website with information on general workplace safety, industrial hygiene, environmental management, drug free workplace programs, and much more.  They also provide a vehicle to search for industry specific information. http://www.osh.net/

Ohio Department of Commerce

The Ohio Department of Commerce offers information on labor laws, OSHA consultation, as well various labor and safety forms used in communicating with various state agencies.  http://www.com.state.oh.us

United States Department of Labor

The US Department of Labor site offers consumer information on employee benefit and health plans, Employee Retirement Income Security Act ( ERISA) and Consolidated Omnibus Budget and Reconciliation Act (COBRA) compliance requirements.  In addition they offer a research library and online compliance assistance.