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  • Type:Proposed Rule
    Citation:86 FR 9576
    Reading Time:about 8 hours

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is proposing changes to the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) to better align it with international guidelines, specifically the United Nations' Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS), Revision 7. This proposed rule aims to improve how chemical hazards are communicated to employers and employees, ensuring greater consistency and effectiveness. The updates included in the rule cover how hazards are classified, how labels are created, and technical updates to safety data sheets, among others. The public is invited to submit comments on these proposed changes by April 19, 2021.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA wants to change some rules about how chemicals are labeled so everyone can understand what is dangerous in the same way everywhere, kind of like making sure traffic lights mean the same thing everywhere in the world. They’re asking people to tell them what they think and want to make it easier for everyone to stay safe at work.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 107165
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is seeking public comments on its proposal to renew the information collection requirements under the Temporary Labor Camp Standard. This renewal is part of efforts to ensure data collected is useful and efficiently formatted while minimizing the burden on businesses. An increase in reported cases has resulted in more workers living in contractor-provided housing, prompting OSHA to request a change in burden hours from 48 to 238. Comments can be submitted electronically via the Federal eRulemaking Portal until March 3, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA wants to hear what people think about new rules for how much paperwork is needed for places where workers live temporarily. They want to change how long it takes to do this paperwork because more workers now live in these special homes.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9636
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting public comments on extending the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval for collecting information under the Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories standard. This extension aims to ensure that laboratories continue managing chemical hazards effectively to protect employees' health. OSHA seeks feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and efficiency of the information collected, as well as ways to minimize the burden on businesses. They propose reducing the estimated paperwork burden from 622,482 to 602,594 hours and reducing estimated costs significantly due to updated pricing methods for medical consultations and examinations. Comments must be submitted by April 15, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA wants people's opinions about making sure lab workers are safe from dangerous chemicals and wants to take less time and money to get this information. They want ideas on how to make this easier for businesses without missing important safety checks.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11624
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is asking for public feedback on its proposal to extend the approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regarding information collection requirements under the 1,2-Dibromo-3-Chloropane (DBCP) Standard. This extension aims to protect workers from harmful health effects caused by DBCP exposure by requiring employers to monitor and report exposure levels. OSHA is particularly interested in comments about the necessity of the information collection, the accuracy of burden estimates, and ways to reduce the burden on employers. Comments must be submitted by May 9, 2025, either electronically or by fax, ensuring to include the relevant OSHA docket number.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA wants people to say what they think about keeping track of a chemical called DBCP to keep workers safe, and they're asking for ideas about how to make this easier and safer. People have to share their thoughts by May 9, 2025, and OSHA will look at all the comments to decide the best way to protect workers.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:89 FR 95815
    Reading Time:about 6 minutes

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is seeking public comments on its request to extend the approval of certain information collection requirements, which support state involvement in developing and enforcing safety and health standards. Under the Paperwork Reduction Act, OSHA wants feedback on the necessity and clarity of these requirements and on ways to minimize the reporting burden. They aim to adjust the required burden hours for certain states, noting an increase from 11,055 to 11,370 hours. Comments must be submitted by February 3, 2025, through the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by fax.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA is asking people to tell them what they think about revising some work safety rules, especially how hard it is to fill out the paperwork related to these rules. They want help making sure the rules make sense and are not too much work for everyone.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10952
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is asking for public feedback on a proposal to extend the approval of certain information collection rules specified in the Lead in Construction Standard. These rules are in place to help reduce workplace lead exposure in the construction industry. OSHA is particularly interested in comments about the necessity, accuracy, and clarity of these information collection requirements, as well as suggestions for reducing the burden on employers. The deadline for submitting comments is April 29, 2025, and feedback can be submitted electronically or via fax.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA wants to know what people think about some rules that help keep workers safe from lead when they're building things. They want to make sure these rules are clear and not too hard for companies to follow, and you have until April 29, 2025, to tell them what you think.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 9915
    Reading Time:about 2 minutes

    The Department of Labor (DOL) is seeking public comments on an information collection request related to the 13 Carcinogens Standard under the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA). This request aims to ensure employers properly record employee exposure to certain carcinogens, such as Benzidine and 4-Aminodiphenyl, and inform workers about these risks. Comments are open until March 21, 2025, and the DOL seeks feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and ease of this information collection. This effort is part of compliance with the Paperwork Reduction Act, requiring approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for the collection to proceed.

    Simple Explanation

    The Department of Labor wants to hear people's thoughts about rules for keeping workers safe from 13 dangerous chemicals. They want to make sure that businesses properly track how workers might be exposed to these chemicals and let them know about the risks.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 11753
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    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.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA wants people to share their thoughts on keeping workers safe when they do special jobs with liquids that need dipping and coating. They want to make sure collecting this safety information isn't too hard for businesses but keeps everyone safe.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10954
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is asking for public comments on its plan to continue the information collection requirements for the Coke Oven Emissions Standard. This standard is in place to protect workers from the health risks associated with exposure to coke oven emissions. OSHA wants feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and clarity of the information it collects and on ways to reduce the burden on employers. Comments must be submitted by April 29, 2025.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA wants people to tell them what they think about continuing the rules that keep workers safe from harmful fumes when making coke (a kind of fuel made from coal). They want to know if the rules make sense, are easy to follow, and if there's a better way to do it without making it hard for the bosses.

  • Type:Notice
    Citation:90 FR 10953
    Reading Time:about 5 minutes

    The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is asking for public feedback on its plan to continue collecting information required by the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Standard for Shipyard Employment. This proposal aims to extend the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) approval for these paperwork requirements. They are particularly interested in comments on the necessity and usefulness of this information, ways to reduce the burden on employers, and the accuracy of the estimated time and costs involved. Comments must be submitted by April 29, 2025, and can be sent electronically through the Federal eRulemaking Portal.

    Simple Explanation

    OSHA wants to keep asking workers about the safety gear they use at shipyards and needs permission to do this. They're looking for help to make sure it's not too hard to fill out the forms, costs the right amount of time and money, and keeps everyone's information safe.

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