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The Department Of Labor (DOL)

Last updated: October 30, 2017

What Does The Department Of Labor (DOL) Mean?

The Department of Labor (DOL) is a department of the U.S. federal government formed in 1913. The main aim of this department is to set standards for occupational health and safety, labor wages, unemployment insurance and some economic statistics. Its main objective is to promote and maintain the welfare of workers, job seekers and retirees.


Safeopedia Explains The Department Of Labor (DOL)

The Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) is one of the many agencies that works under the DOL. Its mission is to assure safe and healthy working conditions, enforce standards and provide training and education on safety-related issues. OSHA also enforces whistleblower status and regulations, which are key to maintaining workplace safety.

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