Rhode Island Code of Regulations Title 260 - Department of Labor and Training
**Rhode Island Code of Regulations
Title 260 – Department of Labor and Training**
Chapter 10 — General Management
Part 5 — Rules of Procedure for Administrative Hearings
Establishes procedures for hearings before the Department of Labor and Training (DLT).
Purpose: Resolving disputes regarding benefits, labor complaints, or enforcement actions.
Definitions: Includes terms like Contested Case, Complaint, Department Counsel.
Hearing Process: Outlines filing complaints, notice requirements, conduct of hearings, evidence submission, and issuance of final orders.
Appeals: Explains how parties can request review of decisions.
Chapter 30 — Workforce Regulation and Safety
Subchapter 05 — Labor Standards
Part 5 — Paid Sick and Safe Leave
Purpose: Implements state law for healthy and safe workplaces.
Coverage: Applies to employees of most employers; defines employee, employer, and leave eligibility.
Accrual and Use: Employees accrue leave at a specified rate and can use it for illness, medical care, or safe leave for family emergencies.
Employer Duties: Must track leave, not retaliate against employees using leave, and maintain records for compliance.
Subchapter 10 — Occupational Safety
Part 2 — Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspection
Purpose: Ensures safe operation of boilers and pressure vessels.
Scope: Covers inspection, maintenance, and operation requirements.
Standards: Requires compliance with recognized safety codes for construction and inspection.
Definitions: Includes terms like Administrator, Alteration, Inspection.
Subchapter 15 — Professional Regulation
Part 3 — Prevailing Wages
Purpose: Ensures workers on public works projects are paid wages consistent with local prevailing rates.
Coverage: Applies to contractors and subcontractors on projects funded by public money.
Requirements: Employers must pay proper wages, keep accurate records, and submit reports to the Department.
Part 5 — Apprenticeship Programs
Purpose: Regulates registered apprenticeship programs in trades and industry.
Standards: Covers registration of programs, apprentice agreements, training requirements, and program quality standards.
Compliance: Employers must maintain records and follow rules for apprentices’ work and training hours.
General Notes on Title 260
Title 260 contains regulations that implement Rhode Island labor laws and ensure worker protections.
It covers administrative procedures, workplace safety, labor standards, wage regulations, and apprenticeship oversight.
Each chapter is organized into parts that define authority, scope, requirements, and enforcement processes.
Regulations integrate state law with recognized safety and labor standards to ensure compliance and protect employees.
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