 MIOSHA has awarded $900,000 in grants to 18 nonprofit organizations, universities, labor unions and industry groups to help small and medium-sized employers strengthen workplace safety and health training in 2026. The funding increase expands MIOSHA’s Consultation Education and Training (CET) Grant Program, which supports training across construction, manufacturing, healthcare, agriculture, public service and education.
“The CET Grant Program continues to meet employers where they are by providing training that reflects the real needs of Michigan’s workforce,” said MIOSHA Director Bart Pickelman. “Whether it’s improving ergonomics, expanding mental health awareness or designing safety programs that reach every type of learner, these grants help workers stay safe and help businesses strengthen their safety culture.”
Funded projects will address a wide range of workplace hazards and needs, including silica safety, ergonomics, tree trimming safety, workplace mental health, neurodiversity-conscious training, first responder safety and statewide workplace violence prevention.
One emerging area of focus is accessible safety training for workers with different communication and learning needs. Incompass Michigan is among this year’s grantees and will continue developing neurodiversity-conscious safety programs that support workers with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism and other neurodivergent conditions.
Since 2013, MIOSHA’s CET Grant Program has awarded nearly $12 million to support employer and employee safety training across Michigan. The program aims to expand access to safety education for employers with fewer than 100 workers and encourage innovative approaches to prevention-focused training.
Read the full press release announcing the 2026 CET Grant awards, and find additional program details and project summaries at Michigan.gov/mioshagrants.
 Advance your workplace safety and health training with MTI Boot Camps — enroll today.
Winter is just around the corner, making it a great time to invest in your professional development. MIOSHA Training Institute (MTI) boot camps are back with expanded opportunities and available scholarships that can cover up to 50% of the regular seminar fee. There is no limit to the number of scholarships an individual can apply for, offering a cost-effective way to build your skills and support workplace safety and health.
Participants can strengthen their safety knowledge, enhance workplace practices and advance their careers while taking advantage of reduced seminar costs.
Explore our MTI Boot Camps
Level One Construction Boot Camp
Gain a strong foundation in construction safety, hazard recognition and employer responsibilities. Participants earn the MTI Level One Construction Safety and Health certificate and the OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety and Health card.
Level One General Industry Boot Camp
Ideal for safety coordinators, committee members and others interested in general industry safety. Learn how to develop a safety and health program and better understand MIOSHA standards. Participants earn the MTI Level One General Industry Safety and Health certificate and the OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card.
Level Two Safety and Health Management Systems Boot Camp
Designed for supervisors, managers and safety coordinators in general industry or construction. This boot camp focuses on implementing and managing effective workplace safety and health systems. Participants earn the MTI Level Two Safety and Health Management Systems certificate.
For more information about the MIOSHA Training Institute, contact the MIOSHA Consultation Education and Training Division at 517-284-7720 or visit Michigan.gov/MTI.
 Got a workplace safety and health question? MIOSHA’s updated FAQ page makes it easier to find the answers you need.
MIOSHA has launched a revamped Frequently Asked Questions page to help Michigan employers and employees quickly find answers about workplace safety and health.
The updated page brings together more than 60 common questions MIOSHA receives, now organized by topic and industry for easier navigation. Categories include all employees and employers, construction, general industry and health.
New and updated entries cover issues MIOSHA is asked about most, such as:
- How do I get help with my safety and health program?
- What standards apply to my workplace?
- Do all injuries have to be reported to MIOSHA?
- Who pays for personal protective equipment?
- How hot is too hot to work?
- What can I do if I believe there’s a workplace hazard?
Industry-specific sections provide additional guidance for construction, general industry and health, including fall protection, powered industrial truck training, flammable storage, eyewash and safety shower requirements, noise exposure and more.
Whether you’re developing a safety and health program or looking for information about your rights and responsibilities, MIOSHA’s updated FAQ page is a quick way to get reliable answers based on Michigan’s workplace safety and health requirements.
Explore the updated FAQ page at Michigan.gov/MIOSHA → Resources → Frequently Asked Questions.
 MIOSHA will close out 2025 with two Coffee with MIOSHA events, offering employers, safety professionals and industry partners an opportunity to connect directly with MIOSHA staff and discuss workplace safety and health priorities. Coffee with MIOSHA events are designed for safety professionals and offer an opportunity to network with MIOSHA administrative, enforcement and consultative staff, ask questions about workplace safety and health challenges and learn more about MIOSHA’s programs and services.
December 9: Grand Rapids (in partnership with ASSP West Michigan Chapter)
Registration: Register here
Time: 9–10:30 a.m.
Location: Feyen Zylstra, 2396 Hillside Dr., Grand Rapids, MI 49544
Cost: Free
RSVP: Register no later than Dec. 8 at 9 p.m.
Parking: Feyen Zylstra East Parking Lot; overflow available in the Delta Plex southwest lot
December 17: Okemos (in partnership with the Michigan Safety Conference)
Registration: Register here
Time: 9–10:30 a.m.
Location: Okemos Event Center (Ballroom), 2187 University Park Drive, Okemos, MI 48864
Cost: Free
RSVP: Please register by Dec. 7.
Held in partnership with the Michigan Safety Conference during its General Committee Meeting:
9:15–9:45 a.m.: MIOSHA Update from Director Bart Pickelman
10–11:30 a.m.: Michigan Safety Conference General Committee Meeting
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.: Luncheon (Coffee with MIOSHA guests may attend for $25)
12:30–2 p.m.: Michigan Safety Conference Board Task Force sessions
Both events offer valuable opportunities to hear the latest updates, connect with MIOSHA staff and engage with peers committed to strengthening workplace safety and health across Michigan.
There have been 40 work-related fatalities reported to MIOSHA in 2025. The information below shares preliminary details about those fatalities, which are believed to be covered by the MIOSH Act. The description reflects information provided to MIOSHA at the initial report of the incidents and are not the result of any official MIOSHA investigation.
Preliminary summaries of all fatalities are available at Michigan.gov/mioshafatalities.
Preliminary summaries of recent incidents
A 54-year-old owner was working with other employees attempting to stand a gable-end wall to frame a new residential home. After asking for help with the lift, the wall fell onto the victim.
A 25-year-old journeyman lineman was preparing a jobsite by placing wire for set up. The victim was chaining down a wire reel on a trailer connected to a digger truck about six feet off the road. A vehicle crossed the white edge line, struck the passenger side of a digger truck and struck the victim at the back of the trailer.
A 60-year-old truck driver was fatally crushed while attempting to lift a loading ramp and secure it on a utility trailer. The employee had gone to a nearby worksite the previous afternoon to pick up a roller. The company owner went to the worksite after observing the victim’s personal vehicle at the office and the company truck missing. The victim was found on the ground behind the trailer with one of the loading ramps on top of him.
A 41-year-old mechanic was walking in the piling ground yard and was struck by a front end loader.
A 19-year-old equipment operator was using a mini excavator to remove equipment near an excavation site. The ground sloped away from the equipment and was covered with snow, ice, wet leaves, and mud, causing the excavator to slide sideways down a bank and tip over. The operator was partially ejected and the excavator landed on them.
Aug. 12, 2025 — Construction Standard Part 26, Steel Erection
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Variances from MIOSHA standards must be made available to the public in accordance with Part 12, Variances (R408.22201 to 408.22251). MIOSHA variances are published online at:
Michigan.gov/mioshavariances.
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