This funding supports state and jurisdictional public health systems to develop or expand occupational safety and health surveillance capacity using data sources like medical reports, hospital databases, and registries. Funded programs link surveillance findings with interventions and outreach to address workplace health issues beyond regulatory scope, helping protect all working people.
Eligible applicants include state, county, city, special district, and Native American tribal governments, as well as bona fide agents applying on their behalf with required documentation.