DC OSHA on-site consultation CO-OP agreement for FY26

The District of Columbia's Department of Employment Services received a $585,000 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. This award funds the DC OSHA On-Site Consultation Co-op Agreement, which delivers no-cost, confidential occupational safety and health consultation services to small and medium-sized employers throughout Washington, DC, with priority given to businesses with high-hazard operations.

Under this program, DC Department of Employment Services will provide on-site workplace safety assessments and consulting services to help employers identify workplace hazards, ensure compliance with OSHA standards, and establish or improve occupational safety and health programs. These consultation services operate independently from OSHA enforcement mechanisms and do not result in citations or penalties. As a designated state agency, the Department of Employment Services is required to contribute at least 10 percent matching funds to complement the federal award, ensuring sustainable program delivery and local investment in workplace safety initiatives across the District.