Does your state have an Occupational Health and Safety Program

If you're just starting a Safety Program for your business, it's important to keep in mind that your state might have it's own OSH regulations which may differ from federal standards. Here's a list of all the states that have established their own programs, known as plans. Only about half of states have their own Occupational Health and Safety plans.
If your state has its own OSH plan, check their website. State programs are approved and monitored by OSHA, and their standards must be at least as effective as the compatible federal standards. Many states adopt federal standards for most things, and then create additional rules for jobs or industries not covered by OSHA regulations.
Jurisdiction will vary state by state. States are in charge of all inspections and enforcement in industries covered by state rules, while jobs and industries covered by federal standards that have no state counterparts are still under OSHA jurisdiction. Most states with OSH plans have jurisdiction over everything except a few specialized industries and federal employees. There are a few states with plans that only cover public sector workers.
If your state does have its own OSH plan, take advantage of the resources it offers. States offer training and education programs, and some even offer free on-site consultations. All very valuable to small businesses trying to develop workplace safety programs on a budget.