Purpose and Scope
Effective Jul 23, 2021Mass. Register #1448MGL c. 111, § 197B MGL c. 140, § 46R MGL c. 149, § 6F½Department of Labor Standards
(1) Purpose. 454 CMR 29.00 is intended to:
- (a) Promote the health, safety, and welfare of workers, businesses, and the general public by deterring noncompliance with the laws, regulations, and related requirements to which 454 CMR 29.00 applies.
- (b) Ensure that the Department assesses civil administrative penalties lawfully, fairly, and consistently.
- (2) Scope. 454 CMR 29.00 applies to M.G.L. c. 111, § 197B; M.G.L. c. 140, §§ 46A through 46R; and M.G.L. c. 149, §§ 6, 6½ and 6A through 6F½.