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The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is seeking public feedback on its plan to extend the approval of the information collection requirements found in the Inorganic Arsenic Standard. This standard is in place to protect workers from the harmful health effects of inorganic arsenic exposure. OSHA is particularly interested in public comments on whether these requirements are necessary, the accuracy of the estimated costs and time involved, and ways to reduce the burden on employers. Comments must be submitted by April 15, 2025, via the Federal eRulemaking Portal or by fax.

OSHA has announced that FM Approvals LLC is applying for an expansion of its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). This expansion includes five new test standards for its scope of recognition. OSHA also proposes adding a new test standard to the NRTL Program's list, subject to public comment. The public can submit feedback by March 15, 2021, before OSHA makes a final decision.

In this notice, OSHA, part of the Department of Labor, announces that CSA Group Testing & Certification Inc. has applied to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). OSHA has made a preliminary finding in favor of this application. They are also proposing to add four new testing standards to their list of suitable test standards, asking for public comments on this proposal. Interested parties are invited to submit their comments by March 10, 2021.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is announcing that TUV Rheinland of North America, Inc. has applied to expand their recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory. This expansion involves adding fourteen more test standards to the scope of their recognized capabilities. OSHA is currently reviewing the applications and is seeking public comments on whether TUV Rheinland meets the requirements for this recognition expansion. Comments and requests for more time to comment should be submitted by February 18, 2021.

OSHA has announced that TUV Rheinland of North America, Inc. is applying to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) to include an additional testing site in Taiwan. This recognition shows that TUV Rheinland meets the standards for safety testing and certification of certain products. OSHA is seeking public comments on this preliminary approval and will make a final decision after considering all feedback. Comments must be submitted by January 14, 2025.

OSHA has announced that IAPMO Ventures, LLC is applying to expand its recognition as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL). The expansion will include six additional test standards within IAPMO's scope of recognition. The public can submit comments or request additional time to comment by March 10, 2021. OSHA will review the comments and make a recommendation to the Assistant Secretary, who will decide whether to approve the application and publish the final decision in the Federal Register.

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.

OSHA has officially decided to expand the recognition of SGS North America, Inc., allowing it to operate as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) at six new testing sites. These sites are located in Belgium, Japan, Germany, Taiwan, and Korea, with one new testing standard also included in the expansion. The decision follows thorough reviews and applications by SGS, with conditions requiring SGS to notify OSHA about any major changes in its operations. The recognition ensures that SGS can perform testing and certification of products to meet OSHA standards.

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is seeking public comments on their proposal to extend a rule approved by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). This rule involves requirements for construction sites to post emergency phone numbers and specify maximum floor load limits to ensure safety. OSHA aims to gather feedback on the necessity, accuracy, and impact of these requirements on businesses, especially concerning the paperwork involved. The comment period runs until January 31, 2025, and interested parties can submit their feedback electronically or by other means outlined in the notice.

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.