According to Oklahoma workers' compensation laws, which group is excluded from employee classification?

In Oklahoma, workers' compensation laws specify certain categories of workers who are excluded from the employee classification for purposes of coverage. Workers in agriculture with low payroll are typically exempt due to the nature of agricultural operations and how they are classified under the law. This exemption acknowledges the unique challenges and regulatory framework surrounding agricultural work, which often operates on different economic scales compared to other industries.

By excluding this group, the law recognizes that many agricultural workers may not meet the minimum payroll thresholds that would necessitate coverage, reflecting the smaller scale and different employment practices common in agriculture. This exclusion helps to set clear boundaries within the workers' compensation system, maintaining a balance between providing necessary protections to most employees while acknowledging the specific characteristics of the agricultural workforce.