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Safety and Labor Standards

NEW!  See the Worker Rights section on this page for materials covering the new paid sick time requirements that take effect October 1, 2025.
 
The Safety and Labor Standards division assists employers and workers with labor standards compliance issues, including resolution of wage complaints and child labor complaints. NDOL also administers the Contractor Registration Act, the Employee Classification Act, the Farm Labor Contractors Act, and the Meatpacking Industry Workers Bill of Rights. Experts also conduct no-cost safety and health consultations to assist businesses in identifying potential hazards.
 
Questions? Call 402-471-2239 to speak to a staff member about labor law related questions. 
FAQsFact Sheets

Contractor Registration

Who Needs to Register Register or Renew Search Registered Contractors and Subcontractors Contractors with Unpaid Fines for Employee Classification Act (ECA) Violations Contractor Registration and Employee Classification Fact Sheet

Worker Rights

Paid Sick Time Poster Paid Sick Time Employee Notice Paid Sick Time FAQs Lunch Period Law Veterans PreferenceEmployee Classification Act Frequently Asked Questions Juvenile Criminal Records

Wages

Wages Fact Sheet File a Wage Complaint Wage Complaint Compliance & Enforcement Required Posters U.S. Department of Labor - Wage & Hour

State & Federal Compliance

Employment of MinorsRequired Posters Statutes and Regulations Professional Employer OrganizationsFarm Labor Contractors

On-Site Safety and Health Consultation Program

Overview Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) On-site Consultation Request Form Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP)