Montana does not have an OSHA-approved State Plan. Therefore, Federal OSHA maintains jurisdiction over private sector employers and employees throughout the state.

Scope of Federal OSHA in Montana

Federal OSHA is responsible for:

• Enforcing occupational health and safety regulations in private sector workplaces

• Conducting inspections, investigations, and enforcement actions for non-compliance

Public Sector Workers

Employees of state and local governments in Montana are not covered by Federal OSHA, as coverage for public sector workers is only provided through state-run OSHA plans — which Montana does not operate.

Training Guidance

Although OSHA does not mandate completion of OSHA 10-Hour or 30-Hour training courses, it strongly recommends them:

• 10-Hour OSHA Training for entry-level workers

• 30-Hour OSHA Training for supervisory or safety-related roles

These training programs help enhance awareness of workplace hazards and promote safety culture among employees and employers.