How does the BLS collect data?

Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) field economists are extensively trained and given detailed instructions on data collection techniques. They employ a variety of methods, including personal visits, mail, telephone, email, and video calls, to obtain data from Occupational Requirements Survey (ORS) respondents.

Is the BLS legitimate?

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is a nonpartisan statistical agency. We collect information to produce statistics of the U.S. labor market, price changes, working conditions, and productivity. We safeguard respondent information rigorously.

Is the BLS report mandatory?

Is my response to this survey mandatory? Participation by private sector employers is mandated by OSHA. OSHA’s recordkeeping advisor explains some of the regulations that apply. For State and local government employers, your State laws determine whether participation in the survey is mandatory.

Is the BLS a government agency?

The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is an American government agency tasked with collecting and disseminating a range of economic and employment data. The BLS is responsible for two key inflation indicators: the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Producer Price Index (PPI).

What is a BLS report?

BLS Reports provide analytical information related to the labor force, consumer spending, earnings, and work injuries and illnesses. Typically, reports contain a few pages of written analysis followed by statistical tables, which allow you to gather detailed information on economic conditions.

How often is BLS updated?

BLS conducts quarterly wage and benefit updates over a 6-week period for the pay period that includes the 12th day of the month for March, June, September, and December.

Do you have to answer BLS survey?

Nearly all of our surveys are voluntary, which means the individuals, households, and organizations selected for our survey samples can choose whether to participate.

Is the BLS 3020 form mandatory?

Multiple Worksite Report – BLS 3020 This report is mandatory under Section 320.5 of the California Unemployment Insurance Code and Section 320-1 Title 22 of the California Code of Regulations, and is authorized by law, 29 U.S.C. 2.

Is BLS 2021 survey of Occupational injuries and Illnesses mandatory?

Under Public Law 91-596, all establishments that receive this mandatory survey must complete and return it within 30 days, even if they had no work-related injuries and illnesses during 2021.

Where is BLS based?

The BLS is now headquartered in the Postal Square Building near the United States Capitol and Union Station.

What is the BLS website?

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Home BLS offers many types of data for regions, states and local areas.