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OSHA is asking for public comments on their proposal to continue requiring certain paperwork for the Welding, Cutting, and Brazing Standard. This is to make sure that information collection about workplace safety meets certain standards and doesn't become a burden for businesses, especially small ones. They are also planning to increase the estimated paperwork hours due to a rise in workers involved. Comments can be submitted online by May 19, 2025.

The Department of Labor has requested public comments on a new information collection related to injuries from operating mechanical power presses. This request is part of the Occupational Safety & Health Administration's efforts in compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995. They aim to gather data on incidents involving employee injuries, including details such as the cause and the number of people involved, to improve workplace safety. The public is invited to comment on the necessity, accuracy, and ways to minimize the burden of this information collection until January 13, 2025.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued new rules under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for certain chemical substances identified in premanufacture notices (PMNs). These rules, known as Significant New Use Rules (SNURs), require companies to notify the EPA 90 days before beginning to manufacture or process these chemicals in ways considered a "significant new use," giving the EPA time to evaluate potential risks. The rules include specific requirements for workplace safety, such as ventilation and protective equipment, as well as guidelines for hazard communication. This regulation aims to prevent risks to human health and the environment before these new uses of chemicals are fully developed or used commercially.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is asking for public comments on its request to extend the approval for information collection related to a pilot study. This pilot study is examining a new safety and health program assessment worksheet, called Draft Revised Form 33 (DRF33), which would replace the existing form. The study, which includes analyses and multiple consultation visits, aims to ensure the new form is a useful and efficient tool for improving workplace safety. OSHA plans to continue the study until 2028 and invites feedback on the necessity, burden, and usefulness of the data collection.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is asking the public for feedback on extending the approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for collecting information related to the safety standards for special dipping and coating operations. They are focused on ensuring that the data collection helps reduce work-related injuries and deaths while being easy for businesses to manage. Feedback must be submitted by May 12, 2025, and can be given through the Federal eRulemaking Portal. OSHA is particularly interested in insights on the necessity, accuracy, and impact of these information collection requirements.

OSHA has finalized a revision to its personal protective equipment (PPE) standard for the construction industry, specifically requiring that all PPE must fit properly to ensure the safety and protection of workers. This new rule is set to take effect on January 13, 2025, and aligns the construction standards with current requirements for general industry and shipyards. The revision aims to address concerns that standard-sized PPE may not fit everyone, particularly women and workers with smaller or larger body sizes, thereby enhancing safety and reducing risks of injuries from improperly fitting equipment. Although it may result in some costs for employers who need to update their PPE supplies, the rule is expected to improve workplace safety and is not anticipated to create significant economic burdens for the industry.