Labor and Industry

Be aware of potential electrical hazards in the workplace. To avoid electrical injury, know when to say when. If you feel unsafe performing a job, say something. Avoid electrical rooms and other potentially hazardous areas: esfi.org/workplace-safe…

Licensees: Before renewing, make sure you’ve completed the required continuing education. All courses must be approved by DLI. View the directory of approved courses, submit a course for approval, or check your status: dli.mn.gov/business/get-l…

Learn the essentials of Minnesota’s prevailing wage laws for public construction projects. Join our April 22 webinar from 10 to 11 a.m. to understand wage determinations, compliance duties and how to avoid costly mistakes. Register at dli.mn.gov/events.

Apprenticeship helps employers build a highly skilled, motivated workforce. Develop training tailored to your company’s needs, strengthen recruitment and retention, and grow talent from within. Learn how apprenticeship can support your business at apprenticeship.mn.gov.

"Apprenticeship opportunities in Minnesota are booming as high schools, two-year colleges and employers embrace the value of workers earning a solid wage while simultaneously training for a career." startribune.com/minnesota-has-…

Minnesota workers are entitled to the highest minimum wage rate that applies to them. The current Minnesota minimum wage rate is $11.41 per hour. St. Paul and Minneapolis have municipal minimum wage rates that are higher. Visit: dli.mn.gov/minwage

The Contractor Recovery Fund helps Minnesota homeowners who suffer direct out-of-pocket losses due to licensed contractors’ fraudulent, deceptive or dishonest practices. Learn how to apply and find fact sheets, reports and contacts at dli.mn.gov/workers/homeow…

Catch up on news for the construction and building trades in the new CCLD Review newsletter, available now on our website: dli.mn.gov/about-departme…

CCLD Learn offers online continuing education courses for building officials, contractors and other professionals. Explore current courses, earn CE credits and subscribe for updates about new offerings. Visit: dli.mn.gov/ccld-learn

DLI’s Workers’ Compensation Help Desk offers live support Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The staff can answer basic Work Comp Campus questions and route complex issues to experts. Contact at 651-284-5005 (press 3), 800-342-5354 (press 3) or helpdesk.dli@state.mn.us.

Celebrate National Apprenticeship Week April 26-May 2. Join events for sponsors, including the April 27 Program Sponsor Summit and instructor training sessions April 30 and May 1. Visit: dli.mn.gov/NAW

Retaliation is illegal. Retaliation includes when an employer punishes a worker for reporting or planning to report labor rights concerns. Learn your protections and how to respond: dli.mn.gov/protect-yourse…

Join Minnesota OSHA Compliance on March 17 at 7 a.m. for a free Construction Seminar about common fatalities experienced in Minnesota. Visit dli.mn.gov/business/workp…

Misclassifying employees as independent contractors can lead to legal and financial consequences. Join our April 15 webinar from 2-3 p.m. to learn how Minnesota defines worker status, how classification affects wages and protections and what to do. Visit: dli.mn.gov/events

Registration is open for our Construction Codes and Licensing Division’s 2026 Spring Seminar for building industry professionals. Learn about updates to the Minnesota Residential Building Code, 2024 IRC amendments and energy/mechanical code changes. secure.doli.state.mn.us/events

It takes 4-5 seconds to be trapped in a grain bin. Protect yourself and your teams: ✔️ Never stand on moving/flowing grain ✔️ Never stand on or below bridged grain ✔️ Never stand next to grain accumulated on the side Learn more: osha.gov/sites/default/…

The latest edition of DLI News is now available. Read updates on agency initiatives, workplace safety, labor standards and upcoming events: lnks.gd/3/3RwW5Tj

All time an employee spends performing work duties is considered hours worked under Minnesota law. This includes certain training and prep time. More information at dli.mn.gov/business/emplo….

Minnesota OSHA Compliance signs a safety and health partnership with J.E. Dunn Construction at the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension Southern Minnesota Regional Office and Lab project in Mankato, Minnesota. Learn more at ow.ly/iScw50YoJiX.

If you have a work-related PTSD injury, the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry’s Vocational Rehabilitation unit may be able to help. We assist workers with denied claims and support a return to work or new employment. Contact 651-284-5038 or visit dli.mn.gov/vru.