Texas OSHA consultation

The Texas Department of Insurance received a $3.876 million Block Grant from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) under the Consultation Agreements program (CFDA 17.504), effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Under this award, TDI delivers no-cost, confidential on-site occupational safety and health consultation services to small and medium-sized employers throughout Texas, with priority emphasis on high-hazard industries. The consultation services include comprehensive hazard assessments, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards compliance guidance, and technical assistance in establishing and improving workplace safety and health programs. These services operate independently from OSHA enforcement activities and do not result in citations or penalties.

The grant supports TDI's administration of Texas's statewide consultation program as a designated state agency under OSHA authority. As a condition of the federal award, TDI contributes at least 10 percent matching funds from non-federal sources. The consultation services address identified workplace hazards and help smaller employers develop effective safety protocols, contributing to improved occupational safety outcomes across the state. TDI maintains records of all program activities for three years following grant closeout or final audit, whichever occurs later, in accordance with federal grant requirements.