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    Occupational and Industrial Safety

    The Bureau of Occupational and Industrial Safety (BOIS) administers and enforces safety standards related to asbestos occupations, boilers, building construction (Uniform Construction Code), elevators (uniform Construction Code), flammable and combustible liquid, lead occupations and liquefied petroleum gas.

    Asbestos Occupations

    The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (Department) regulate the abatement and disposal of asbestos containing material (ACM).

    Bedding and Upholstery

    The Bedding & Upholstery Law is enforced by the Bedding & Upholstery Section of the Bureau of Occupational & Industrial Safety and relates to consumer protection. The law requires manufacturers to use only new filling materials in bedding and upholstered furniture and register with the Bureau to sell those items in Pennsylvania. For secondhand and renovated items, they must be disinfected through a registered business.

    Boilers and Unfired Pressure Vessels

    Pennsylvania’s Boiler and Unfired Pressure Vessel Law and its regulations require that the Department of Labor & Industry to approve the installation or moving of all boilers and unfired pressure vessels, periodically inspect these units, and issue credentials for all persons inspecting these units.

    Building Division Fee Schedule

    Access the building division fee schedule for UCC buildings. The standard and expediated fees for each service type are detailed.

    Elevators

    All third party agencies that inspect elevators and other lifting devices for compliance with the requirements of the Uniform Construction Code (UCC) services must be certified by the Department.

    Flammable and Combustible Liquids

    Under the Combustible and Flammable Liquids Act, the Department of Labor & Industry is responsible for approving the installation or relocation of tanks, pumps and dispensing devices associated with flammable and combustible liquids.

    Lead Occupations

    Here are the certifications and requirements you need to know if you work with lead.

    Liquified Petroleum Gas

    If you operate a LPG bulk plant, learn about registration, training programs, laws, and other important information.

    Stuffed Toys

    The Stuffed Toy Law sets safety rules for stuffed toys in the state.

    TPA Buildings

    All third party agencies that provide Uniform Construction Code (UCC) services must be certified by the Department. Find a comprehensive list of those agencies here.

    Uniform Construction Code

    Pennsylvania's statewide building code, generally known as the Uniform Construction Code (UCC), has to be followed by builders in the state.