Guidance Search
The Department of Labor provides this guidance search tool as a single, searchable location where users may search for guidance issued by any of the Department’s agencies, including significant guidance documents under Executive Order 12866. Individual guidance documents are maintained on the various agency websites, and if you know what agency you are looking for, you may also find guidance by navigating directly to that agency’s website. The Code of Federal Regulations and the Federal Register, which are not maintained by the Department, also include some of the Department’s interpretations of law and similar material.
The Department and its agencies issue guidance to provide clarifying information and technical assistance to the public on existing statutory and regulatory rights and obligations, inform the regulated community about best practices, and provide other useful information. The contents of these documents do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way, except as authorized by law or incorporated into a contract, cooperative agreement, or grant.
Members of the public may petition the Department to modify or withdraw specific guidance documents. To petition for a significant guidance document to be created, modified, reconsidered, or rescinded, email the Department of Labor.
Petitions to Modify or Withdraw a DOL guidance document may also be submitted by mail at the address below. Petitions should identify the specific guidance document by name and include your reason(s) for requesting withdrawal or modification.
U.S. Department of Labor
Office of the Executive Secretariat
200 Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20210
Search Tips
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This links to OPM's Pathways Program on USAJobs.gov
This links to OPM's FedsHireVets.gov Webpage
This links to OPM's Presidential Management Fellows Program.
This Webpage explains how positions are filled in the Federal Government and provides assistance to Veteran's with their unique employment opportunities.
This links to the FedsHireVets Webpage which describes the Federal employment process.
This links to the FedsHireVets Webpage which describes the Veteran's preferences within the Federal Government.
This links to the FedsHireVets Webpage which describes the Veteran's preferences within the Federal Government.
This links to the FedsHireVets Webpage which describes the Veteran's preferences within the Federal Government.
This links to the FedsHireVets Webpage which describes the Veteran's preferences within the Federal Government.
This links to the FedsHireVets Webpage which describes the Veteran's preferences within the Federal Government.
This links to the DOL VET's Webpage which gives Veteran's preference advice and information through "elaws".
This Webpage explains to an applicant how education and experience applies to job opportunities.
This links to Maryland's DOL Military to Federal Jobs Crosswalk.
This links to FedsHireVets reference materials Webpage.
This links to VETS CareerOneStop Webpage.
This links to Veterans.gov webpage for employment information.
This Webpage links to guidance and supporting links to ERISA.
This links to the Participants Right Webpage which defines the rights of employees participating in the retirement and health benefits plans; includes supporting links.
This links to the Plan Information Webpage which defines the rights of employees under ERISA and provides the rights to plan information; includes supporting links.
This Webpage provides plan and administration and compliance information for employers; an EBSA site.
This Webpage provide health plan participants and their beneficiaries with information on their rights under the federal health benefits law with respect to their job-based plans.
This Webpage provides information on COBRA benefits with related webpages on the topic.
This Webpage provides links to Affirmative Action, Foreign Labor, I-9 Central, Veterans, and Workers Under 18 information.
This Webpage provides links to different leave types.
This Webpage provides guidance to the FMLA and additional supporting links.
Interview with Renee Tajudeen about ODEP initiatives
The HTML version of "A Framework of Emergency Preparedness Guidelines for Federal Agencies"
The PDF version of "A Framework of Emergency Preparedness Guidelines for Federal Agencies"
Addendum to "A Framework of Emergency Preparedness Guidelines for Federal Agencies"
Addendum to "A Framework of Emergency Preparedness Guidelines for Federal Agencies"
Addendum to "A Framework of Emergency Preparedness Guidelines for Federal Agencies"
ODEP web page providing guidance to employers on emergency preparedness planning for their employees with disabilities
Federal Schedule A Hiring Authority Fact Sheet to help youth and young adults with disabilities understand the hiring authority and getting job with the Federal Government
Drafted by ODEP as part of the White House Interagency HIV/AIDS Strategy Group, this online toolkit provided resources, accommodations information and effective workplace strategies to job seekers and employees with HIV/AIDS, to potential or existing empl
This guide outlines accommodations, modifications, equipment/technology, job duties, management/supervision, and additional resources that may be helpful to support employees with psychiatric disabilities.
ODEP web page providing sample articles, proclamations, press releases, and social media content for stakeholders interested in publicizing NDEAM.
ODEP web page providing ideas and resources for employers and employees to celebrate NDEAM.
ODEP web page providing ideas and resources for educators and youth service professionals to celebrate NDEAM.
ODEP web page providing ideas and resources for state governors, legislators, and other policymakers to celebrate NDEAM.
ODEP web page providing ideas and resources for associations and unions to celebrate NDEAM.
ODEP web page providing ideas and resources for disability-related organizations to celebrate NDEAM.
ODEP web page providing ideas and resources for federal agencies to celebrate NDEAM.
ODEP web page providing ideas and resources to help employers advance disability inclusion year-round
Tips employers can use to ensure that they are not unintentionally excluding people with disabilities by their hiring practices.
Tips on how to conduct job interview with applicants with disabilities.
Short ODEP-drafted FAQ on universal design concept.
Video guide for students interested in the WRP.
ODEP web page providing guidance on developing soft skills for youth with disabilities.
Youth Team webpage discussing the ADA and mental health.
A youth Team webpage describing different type of mentorships and the benefits of mentors.
Disability Mentoring Day is a nationwide effort to promote career development for students with disabilities through hands-on career exploration.
Guide for use in facilitating discussions related to the "Working Works" PSA.
Spanish-language version of a guide for use in facilitating discussions related to the "Working Works" PSA.
Guide for use in facilitating discussions related to the "Who I Am" PSA.
Spanish-language version of a guide for use in facilitating discussions related to the "Who I Am" PSA.
Guide for use in facilitating discussions with youth related to the "I Can" PSA.
Guide for use in facilitating discussions related to the "I Can" PSA.
Rack card explaining the Schedule A hiring authority.
General overview of Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA).
Powerpoint presentation to assist unions in financial recordkeeping
Overview of union officer election requirements under the LMRDA and CSRA.
Advisor that assists union members with election issues.
overview of bonding requirements
Guidance on respiratory protection programs
This document is Guidance is to help small businesses comply with OSHA's general industry and construction standards on electric power generation, transimission and distribution work and on electrical protective equipment (electric power standards).
This booklet provides an overview of the provisions contained in 29 CFR parts 1915, 1917, 1918, and 1918
Overview of renal health effects following cadmium exposure and medical removal actions based on triggers for initial medical surveillance
High-level overview of the 2012 Hazard Communication Standard requirements for labels and pictograms
High-level overview of the 2012 Hazard Communication Standard requirements for safety data sheets
This Hazard Bulletin focuses on the hazards from falls and falling objects which can result in serious injuries or death.
Fact Sheet dealing with fall protection in commercial fishing.
Addresses hazards associated with shipbreaking and ways to perform this dangerous work safely
Brief overview of an effective hazard communication strategy for employers using hazardous chemicals
Brief overview of the training requriements under 2012 hazard communication standard
Brief overview of control measures for reducing occupational exposure to hexavlanet chromium in the aerospace and air transport industries
Brief overview of control measures for reducing occupational exposure to welding gases and fumes
Brief overview of control measures for reducing occupational exposure to hexavalent chromium during electroplating
Overview comparing the 2012 rule to the 1994
Brief overview of the health effects associated with occupational exposure to beryllium
Brief overview of control measures for reducing occupational exposure to hexavlanet chromium during bridge painting
Brief overview of control measures for reducing occupational exposure to health hazards of abrasive blasting
Overview and guidance for small businesses on how to comply with the hexavalent chromium standard
Overview of control methods to reduce health problems in metal scrap recycling.
Overview of known skin problems after exposure to portland cement
Guidance for SMEs to aid in cmpliance with the 2012 Hazard Communication Standard
Guidance developed for use by employers for ensuring safety of employees during hot work operations.
Guidance developed for use by employers for ensuring safety of employees during rigging operations.
Guidance developed for use by employers for ensuring safety of employees during shipfitting operations.
3 modules to the product: Understanding the Problem, Safety and Health Management Systems, and Safe Patient Handling
worked with teachers and others concerned about IAQ to provide guidance
Guidance for healthcare workers and employers preparing for and responding to an influenze pandemic.
worked with industry experts to provide the latest information on avoiding MSDs in foundries
an update of a previously-published document
guidance to be distributed to nursing home personnel
Overview of control measures to reduce potential for taking home lead from the worksite - in English
Overview of relevant information on occupational exposure to arsenic
Update of health and safety information pertaining to occupaitonal exposure of lead. Includes information on health effects, worker exposures, available exposure control methods.
Overview of relevant information on occupational exposure to mercury
The eTool also serves to empower workers engaged in the generation, transmission and distribution of electric power to understand the steps their employers must implement in order to provide them with a safe and healthful work environment. Not all the req
This eTool shows employers all of the Subpart S installation requirements that apply based on the time period in which an installation was built or last modified.
This button allows you to download all records in the database as of 1:00 am ET today into a CSV file. Please note that record changes made today will not be reflected until tomorrow.