The Occupational Safety and Health Authority » ttconnect

  • Sep, Tue, 2024


The Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Authority was established in October 2006 on the basis of the Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2004 as amended. It is a multi-stakeholder advisory body to the Ministry of Labour and Small Enterprise Development.  

The core tasks of the OSH Authority are:

  • To encourage the enforcement of the OSH Act
  • To promote training and research
  • To provide information 
  • To develop regulations and Approved Codes of Practice according to the OSH Act

A full description of the tasks and functions of the OSH Authority can be found in the text of Sections 66 and 67 of the OSH Act.

The Occupational Safety and Health Agency which comprises of Inspectorate and other departments, has been unwavering in its commitment to better facilitate the development of mechanisms for safe and healthy workplaces throughout Trinidad and Tobago.

As the Agency continues its steadfastness in encapsulating the safety and health needs of the public, we have made attempts to facilitate the provision of information in a way that is user friendly and accessible to all.

Please find below some essential quick links that will provide useful information as well as our downloadable forms.

Forms

Brochures and Guides

Contact Information

Address: Western Corner of St. John Road and Eastern Main Road, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago
Phone: 1-868-612-3900
Email: oshainspectorate@osha.gov.tt



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