Department overview
"Labor and Industry is committed to ensuring equitable, healthy and safe
work and living environments in Minnesota. Through outreach, education and
compliance efforts, we strive to improve the quality of life for Minnesota
workers and their families. Our goals are geared toward reducing and
minimizing the impact of workplace injuries and illnesses; helping resolve
workplace complaints and disputes; ensuring compliance and awareness about
workplace requirements; and assuring quality construction, operation and
maintenance of structures. We hope to continually build safer and healthier
work environments in Minnesota."
-- Steve Sviggum, Commissioner