An Act relative to workplace safety and disclosure of violations

SD 2051 requires contractors bidding on government contracts over $50,000 to disclose any recent OSHA violations (within the last 4 years) for themselves or affiliated businesses, including proof that hazards were corrected. It also mandates that contractors ensure subcontractors disclose similar violations and update this information every 6 months. For trench excavation permits, applicants must disclose OSHA violations, permit suspensions, fines, or site shutdowns related to trench work. The law aims to inform contracting decisions by making safety violation history a factor in determining a contractor's "responsibility." This directly affects businesses seeking state government contracts or trench excavation permits.