Consultation services are provided by highly trained safety and health professionals called consultants, with priority given to high-hazard worksites. Consultants work in On-Site Consultation programs located within state agencies or universities in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and several U.S. territories., All services provided by Cal/OSHA Consultation are provided free of charge to California employers. If you are an employer who wishes to obtain assistance from Cal/OSHA Consultation, or want to learn more about what services are available, you can do so by calling the toll-free assistance number, 1 (800) 963-9424. If you want to arrange an on-site visit or obtain technical information, you can , What Happens During an On-Site Consultation Visit? Because consultation is a voluntary activity, you must request it. To make a request, locate your state's Consultation Program's contact information using our OSHA's Consultation Directory. The consultant will discuss your specific needs with you and set up a visit date based on the priority assigned to your request, your work schedule, and , Although largely funded by OSHA, the OSC Program is administered by state agencies or universities. Because the program is voluntary, requests for an on-site consultation are always initiated by the employer. After an employer makes a request, and the consultation visit is scheduled, the consultant travels to the worksite to evaluate potential hazards, work practices, and the employer’s , Using a no-cost consultation service largely funded by the OSHA, employers can identify and address potential hazards in their workplace and establish or improve safety and health programs. The service is delivered by state governments using well-trained professional staff. Most consultations take place on-site, though limited services away from the worksite are available. Primarily targeted , U.S. Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration 200 Constitution Ave NW Washington, DC 20210 1-800-321-OSHA 1-800-321-6742 www.osha.gov.