Block Grant 26F50CS000115

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) awarded a Block Grant in the amount of $1.408 million to the Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development's Fiscal Services Division on October 1, 2025, under the Consultation Agreements program (CFDA 17.504). This award funds the delivery of no-cost, confidential on-site occupational safety and health consultation services to smaller employers with hazardous operations throughout Tennessee. Designated OSHA consultants work directly with eligible employers to identify workplace hazards, provide guidance on compliance with OSHA standards, and assist in establishing or improving comprehensive safety and health programs.

The consultation services operate independently from OSHA enforcement operations and do not result in citations or penalties, positioning them as a supportive resource for employers seeking to improve workplace safety practices. The award period runs through September 30, 2026, and the state agency is required to provide a minimum 10 percent match in non-federal funds to support program delivery. As a designated state agency authorized by the Tennessee Governor, the TDLWD maintains responsibility for administering the consultation program and must retain supporting records for three years following grant closeout or final audit, whichever is later.