Susan Harwood Targeted Topic Training Grants

The Susan Harwood Targeted Topic Training Grants program offers funding opportunities for nonprofit organizations to develop and conduct training and education programs for small business employers and workers on the recognition, avoidance, and prevention of occupational safety and health hazards in their workplaces. The program aims to inform workers of their rights and employers of their responsibilities under the Occupational Safety and Health Act. Eligible applicants include qualifying labor unions, community-based and faith-based organizations, and employer associations that are not an agency of a state or local government. The maximum award for a Targeted Topic Training grant is $150,000, and program funding is for a 12-month period. Key aspects of the program include: • Developing and conducting training programs for small business employers and workers • Informing workers of their rights and employers of their responsibilities under the Occupational Safety and Health Act • Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations • Maximum award of $150,000 • Program funding is for a 12-month period