The Nevada Occupational Safety and Health Administration (NVOSHA) is the OSHA-approved State Plan to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education and assistance. A State Plan must be at least as effective in protecting workers and preventing work-related injuries, illnesses, and deaths as stated in the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. Within NVOSHA, the Nevada Bureau of Labor Statistics (NVBLS) unit collects and publishes statistics on Nevada workplace injuries, illnesses, and fatalities. NVBLS works closely with the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) regional office. The Mechanical Compliance Section (MCS) provides oversight and direction, as well as adherence to policies and procedures, and compliance with regulations and codes governing all elevators, escalators, moving walks, boilers, and pressure vessels. Safety of the public and the employees of all who use these pieces of equipment is the primary goal; achieved through education, enforcement, permitting, and emergency response. Statutory Authority: NRS 618, NAC 618, NRS 455C and NAC 455C.