About the Division of Labor Standards

Director's Spotlight: Protecting a Precious Industry

The Division of Labor Standards currently consists of four sections: Wage and Hour, On-Site Safety and Health Consultation Service, Mine and Cave Safety and Health, and the Workers’ Safety Program.

The Division determines and enforces the Prevailing Wage, administers and enforces Missouri’s Child Labor Law and Missouri’s Minimum Wage Law.

The Division offers a free confidential, consultation service to employers to ensure they comply with federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations.

The Division inspects mine and cave sites, trains miners in the practice of implementing safe and healthy working habits.

The Division certifies and audits safety consultants, engineers, and programs used by employers.