Texas Regulatory Compliance & OSHA Resource Center
A Practical Guide to Safety, Licensing, and Risk Management Compliance for Texas Businesses
Protecting Texas Businesses Through Knowledge
Every Texas business faces compliance challenges — from job-site safety to licensing audits and employee training. Whether you’re a contractor managing multiple crews, a pest control operator handling regulated chemicals, or a residential care facility serving vulnerable adults, one thing is constant: compliance drives protection.
At Eastman Insurance Solutions (EIS Texas), we go Beyond the Coverage™ to help you understand, implement, and maintain the OSHA and state regulatory standards that protect your business, employees, and reputation.
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About This Compliance Resource Hub
This center was created to serve as an authoritative, plain-language resource for Texas business owners, CFOs, safety managers, and compliance officers who want to stay ahead of evolving regulatory expectations.
Each section links to a dedicated vertical compliance guide featuring:
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Key OSHA and Texas regulatory requirements
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Licensing and documentation standards
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Common risk exposures by industry
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Safety best practices
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Downloadable reference links to official regulatory bodies
Our goal is simple: make compliance easier, safer, and more transparent — while aligning it directly with your insurance and risk management strategy.
Texas OSHA Overview: Understanding the Regulatory Landscape
Texas does not operate its own state OSHA program, meaning private-sector businesses fall directly under Federal OSHA jurisdiction (29 CFR 1910 & 1926).
However, the state enforces additional requirements through specialized agencies:
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Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) – Oversees OSHCON, a free on-site consultation service. (TDI OSHCON Program)
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Texas Department of Licensing & Regulation (TDLR) – Manages licensing for electricians, HVAC techs, and plumbers. (TDLR Licensing Info)
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Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) – Regulates pest control licensing and chemical applications. (TDA Structural Pest Control Service)
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Texas Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) – Regulates residential care, life safety, and health facility compliance. (HHSC Health Facilities Regulation)
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Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) – Oversees emissions, waste disposal, and stormwater compliance. (TCEQ Homepage)
Together, these agencies form the compliance backbone of EIS Texas’s three primary verticals:
Construction Trades · Pest Control · Residential / IDD Facilities
Explore Your Industry Compliance Portal
Below are the dedicated compliance resources curated by EIS Texas. Each section outlines federal and state-specific requirements, plus actionable risk management practices for your industry.
1. Trade Contractors – OSHA & Safety Compliance (Texas)
Includes: Electricians, Plumbers, HVAC, and Specialty Contractors
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OSHA Construction Standards (29 CFR 1926)
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TDLR licensing and continuing education
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Confined spaces, electrical safety, and PPE requirements
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Fall protection, hazard communication, and silica control
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Environmental permitting for asphalt & paving operations
Regulatory Authorities:
OSHA Construction Standards |
TDLR Electricians Compliance Guide |
TCEQ Asphalt Air Permitting
2. Asphalt Contractor – OSHA & Environmental Compliance (Texas)
Includes: Paving & materials production operations
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OSHA Silica Standard (1926.1153)
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Heat stress & equipment safety standards
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TCEQ air quality permitting & stormwater management
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TxDOT work-zone traffic control
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Fleet and driver safety integration
Regulatory Authorities:
OSHA Silica Construction Standard |
TCEQ Asphalt Plant Guidelines |
TxDOT Work Zone Safety
3. Pest Control – OSHA & Licensing Compliance (Texas)
Includes: Pest Management & Structural Applicators
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TDA licensing under Texas Occupations Code Chapter 1951
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OSHA chemical exposure and hazard communication standards
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Fleet safety for mobile technicians
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Environmental disposal and record-keeping
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Annual training and pesticide handling requirements
Regulatory Authorities:
TDA Structural Pest Control Licensing |
OSHA Pesticide Safety Standards |
TCEQ Hazardous Waste Management
4. Residential Care & IDD Facilities – OSHA & Safety Compliance (Texas)
Includes: Group Homes, Day Programs, and IDD Support Facilities
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OSHA Healthcare and Social Services Standards (29 CFR 1910)
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HHSC life-safety and infection control compliance
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Staff training and workplace violence prevention
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Bloodborne pathogen programs and incident reporting
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Resident safety and emergency preparedness
Regulatory Authorities:
HHSC Facility Licensing & Regulation |
OSHA Nursing Home Standards |
NFPA 101 Life Safety Code
Integrating Compliance with Risk Management
OSHA compliance isn’t just a regulatory requirement — it’s a financial strategy.
EIS Texas helps businesses:
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Identify risk exposures before they become claims.
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Align safety documentation with insurance underwriting.
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Implement fleet, chemical, and employee safety programs.
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Leverage loss data to improve Experience Mods and reduce premiums.
Compliance without strategy is cost; compliance with insight is savings.
That’s the EIS difference.
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Service Area – Proudly Supporting Texas Industries
We serve clients statewide with compliance guidance and insurance solutions tailored to each region’s unique risks:
Dallas–Fort Worth | Houston | Austin | San Antonio | Central Texas | East Texas | West Texas | Coastal & Gulf Regions
Partner with Purpose
When you align with Eastman Insurance Solutions, you’re choosing more than an insurance partner.
You’re choosing a firm that leads with conviction, operates with precision, and serves with purpose.
Let’s protect what matters most — together.