# Labor and Employment (GLE)

## Title 5. Occupational Safety and Health

### Subtitle 10. Voluntary Protection Program

#### Section 5-1004

(a) The Commissioner shall adopt regulations to implement the Program.

(b) The regulations adopted in accordance with subsection (a) of this section shall include requirements for:

  (1) evidence of senior management leadership in the area of occupational safety and health, along with active and meaningful employee involvement;

  (2) comprehensive hazard prevention, mitigation, and control programs;

  (3) systematic assessment of occupational hazards;

  (4) employee safety and health training; and

  (5) safety and health program evaluation.

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Md. Code Ann., Lab. & Empl. (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)