(a) (1) There is a Voluntary Protection Program in the Division of Labor and Industry.
(2) Under the Program, the Commissioner shall recognize employers with places of employment in which an exemplary, voluntarily implemented worker safety and health management system has been implemented that exceeds basic compliance with occupational safety and health laws and regulations.
(b) The purpose of the Program is to encourage participating employers to have exemplary worker safety and health programs.
(c) An employer who wishes to participate in the Program shall submit an application to the Commissioner for approval.
(d) The Commissioner shall establish the contents of the application form, as well as other documentation that the Commissioner may require.