Attention Virginia Asbestos, Lead and Demolition Contractors:  

The Department is excited to announce a new lead, asbestos and demolition permit issuance process!  In November 2024, a new DOLI web portal will allow you to electronically submit, maintain and pay for your permits online. Stay tuned for additional updates!

Effective January 1, 2025, the Virginia minimum hourly wage rate will be increasing to $12.41 due to statutory requirements. Employers must pay all employees covered by the Virginia Minimum Wage Act at a rate not less than the minimum wage rate.

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Frequently Accessed
Services

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Obtain a Youth Employment Certificate

All 14-15 year old workers are required to obtain an Employment Certificate prior to performing any work.

Youth workers (14-15 years old) must obtain an Employment Certificate prior to performing any work. The process is initiated by the youth, forwarded to the employer and finalized by the youth's legal guardian.

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Pay your Boiler Inspection Certificate

Pay your boiler inspection certificate invoice online.

Pay your boiler inspection certificate invoice online. You will need your invoice number and Virginia registered object number to proceed.

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Request a VOSH Consultation

VOSH Consultation services assists small businesses with compliance of the VOSH standards.

VOSH Consultation services provide free training and safety program development to reduce workplace injuries and illnesses.

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Complete a Payment of Wage Claim

Complete this claim form if you have not properly been paid wages owed to you by your employer or are not being paid the Virginia minimum wage.

Virginia Law give employees the right to file complaints about wage matters with the Labor and Employment Law Division

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Download or Request Publications

Required state and federal posters for Virginia businesses.

Download or request paper copies of required state and federal workplace posters.

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File a Report with VOSH

Report a Fatality/Catastrophe or File a VOSH Complaint.

Virginia laws give employees the right to file complaints about workplace safety and health hazards with the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) program.

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News and
Announcements

Jun 18 2024

New Protections for Youth Employees Take Effect July 1, 2024

RICHMOND – Beginning July 1, 2024, the Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) will increase protections for youth employees as a result of actions...
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Oct 28 2024

Virginia Department of Labor and Industry Recertifies NIBCO of Virginia as a Voluntary Protection Program ‘STAR’ site

RICHMOND – NIBCO of Virginia, located in Stuarts Draft, has received recertification as a Virginia STAR Worksite under the Virginia Occupational...
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Oct 28 2024

Virginia Department of Labor and Industry Recertifies NAES Southampton Power Station as a Voluntary Protection Program ‘STAR’ site

RICHMOND – NAES Southampton Power Station in Franklin, Virginia, has received recertification as a Virginia STAR Worksite under the Virginia...
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Sep 30 2024

Suicide Prevention in the Workplace

September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, the perfect opportunity to discuss the ongoing mental health crisis, alarming increase of...
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Aug 16 2024

Virginia Department of Labor and Industry Recertifies the Babcock & Wilcox Company, in Newport News

RICHMOND – The Babcock & Wilcox Company in Newport News, Virginia has received recertification as a Virginia STAR Worksite under the Virginia...
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Aug 14 2024

Virginia Department of Labor and Industry Launches New System for Virginians to Request Youth Employment Certificates  

RICHMOND, VA – The Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) is pleased to announce the launch of a new modern electronic system streamlining the...
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Aug 12 2024

Virginia Department of Labor and Industry Recertifies Sunoco, LLC in Virginia Beach as a Voluntary Protection Program ‘STAR’ site

RICHMOND – Sunoco, LLC has received recertification as a Virginia STAR Worksite under the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Voluntary...
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Aug 07 2024

Statutory Virginia Minimum Wage Increase Effective January 1, 2025

During the 2020 Regular Session, the General Assembly reenacted the Virginia Minimum Wage Act. The new statute stated the Commissioner of Labor and...
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Jul 09 2024

Virginia Department of Labor and Industry Recertifies Eastman Performance Films as a Voluntary Protection Program ‘STAR’ site

RICHMOND – Eastman Performance Films has received recertification as a Virginia STAR Worksite under the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health...
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Jun 26 2024

Protecting Workers from the Effects of Heat

Every year, dozens of workers die and thousands more become ill while working in hot or humid conditions. VOSH's Heat Illness Prevention campaign...
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Pay by Credit Card
Pay by E-Check

You may pay for your inspection certificate invoice online. Accepted methods of payment include:

  • Check
  • Credit Card
  • Electronic Check (E-Check)
  • Electronic Transfer (EDI)
  • Money Order
  • Cash IS NOT accepted

If you wish to pay by credit card or e-check, you will need certain information from your invoice, including invoice number and the Virginia number (VA number) of one of the objects. The VA number can be found on the table that appears on the invoice. You will only need to provide one VA number, even if your invoice lists several object numbers.

For all other methods of payment, please follow the instructions on the invoice and the remittance form you received.

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