Massachusetts has awarded $800,000 in workplace safety training grants to 187 organizations, with nearly 7,000 workers expected to receive training, the Healey administration announced Oct. 27.
The Department of Industrial Accidents administers the program. Recipients include businesses, municipalities and other employers that will use the money to train employees to recognize and avoid workplace hazards.
Awards include $15,000 for the city of Brockton, $11,700 for the town of Sandwich, $16,000 for Berkshire County Arc and $9,000 for the Boston Water and Sewer Commission. Dartmouth Public Schools received $7,000.
The state's SafetyWorks program also provides free, confidential workplace safety assistance. Training grants can reach $25,000 when funding is available.
The award announcement includes the full recipient list. Employers can find consultation and training information through SafetyWorks.