Virginia Department of Labor and Industry - Registered Apprenticeship Program

Mission: The Virginia Department of Labor and Industry (DOLI) is dedicated to making Virginia a better place to work, live, and conduct business by promoting safe, healthful workplaces and best employment practices.

Services for Louisa County Residents:

• Registered Apprenticeship Program: Connects individuals with paid, on-the-job training and classroom instruction in skilled trades and professions.
• Labor Law Enforcement: Administers and enforces laws related to payment of wages, youth employment, minimum wage, prevailing wage, and protection against human trafficking.
• Occupational Safety & Health (VOSH): Offers free consultation services to small employers (fewer than 250 employees) to help them comply with safety standards, reduce workplace injuries, and avoid penalties.
• Training & Outreach: Provides customized safety and health training for employers, including topics like electrical safety, machine guarding, confined spaces, and more.
• Boiler & Pressure Vessel Safety: Certifies and inspects commercial boilers and pressure vessels to safeguard life and property.

Employers and workers in Louisa County can access all DOLI programs and services, including apprenticeship opportunities, workplace safety consultations, and labor law resources.