MIOSHA Grants Will Focus on Safety Training, Education for High-Risk Industries
November 11, 2024 - The Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) has awarded $870,000 in grants to 18 nonprofit organizations and local groups targeting worker safety as part of its 2025 Consultation Education and Training (CET) grants program.
According to MIOSHA’s website, the funding will go toward developing targeted safety resources for small and medium-sized businesses in healthcare, construction and manufacturing. These grants aim to address critical health and safety issues, including silica exposure control and mental health awareness, which threaten workers statewide.
“These grants reflect our ongoing commitment to empowering Michigan’s workforce with high-quality training,” MIOSHA Director Bart Pickelman said in a statement. “We are proud to collaborate with a diverse group of partners to deliver programs that meet the unique safety needs of various industries, helping workers stay safe and businesses thrive.”
Among the beneficiaries is the Michigan Green Industry Association (MGIA), which has used MIOSHA CET funding for several years to offer critical safety training in the tree care sector. These MIOSHA-funded programs will continue to expand access to safety education, benefiting workers and employers throughout Michigan.