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OSHA has announced the expansion of recognition for TUV Rheinland of North America, Inc. (TUVRNA), allowing them to add a new testing site in Taiwan as part of their Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) scope. This expansion, which takes effect on January 23, 2025, enables TUVRNA to conduct product testing and certification at the new location, provided they comply with specific standards and conditions set by OSHA. TUVRNA must notify OSHA of any significant changes in its operations or ownership and continue to adhere to all regulatory requirements.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has released a final rule regarding certain Bombardier, Inc., Model BD-100-1A10 airplanes. This rule, effective March 31, 2021, mandates replacing a specific fire detection and extinguishing (FIREX) control unit due to reports of unit failures that could lead to an inability to detect fires. The affected airplanes must have this part replaced within 24 months to ensure safety. The directive does not impact previous procedures but allows for alternative methods of compliance through proper channels.

The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has requested a renewal of an information collection with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for NRC Form 483, titled "Registration Certificate—In Vitro Testing with Byproduct Material Under General License." This renewal affects physicians, veterinarians, clinical laboratories, and hospitals that need a general license to use certain byproduct materials for in vitro testing. The NRC is accepting comments on this proposal until February 11, 2021 and encourages electronic submissions through the Federal Rulemaking website. The information collected helps ensure that license holders are authorized to handle specific materials, contributing to safety and regulatory compliance.

The FAA is proposing a new rule for Airbus Canada Limited Partnership Model BD-500-1A10 and BD-500-1A11 airplanes due to a safety concern involving the extinguishing systems in cargo areas. This proposal was sparked by warnings about potential failures in the extinguishing systems. The rule would require replacing certain parts and inspecting existing systems, following guidance from a Transport Canada airworthiness directive. Comments on the proposed rule are open until April 17, 2025.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) issued a rule requiring certain MHI RJ Aviation ULC airplanes to replace overhead bin hook assemblies and support tubes. This decision was made because the current attachments may fail in emergency situations, risking the overhead bins falling and blocking exits. The rule was prompted by a directive from Transport Canada and will take effect on January 13, 2025. The FAA has also updated cost estimates and referenced additional installation guidance documents.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to renew an exemption allowing Vision Systems North America, Inc. to use its Smart-Vision high-definition camera monitoring system as a replacement for the traditional rear-view mirrors required on commercial motor vehicles. This exemption, effective from January 15, 2025, to January 15, 2030, is granted because the Smart-Vision system has shown to maintain a safety level at least equivalent to the required standard. The exemption includes specific conditions such as annual reporting, regular inspections, and immediate notification to FMCSA if the safety level changes. States cannot enforce conflicting laws, but they may adopt the same exemption for intrastate commerce if they choose.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule for a new airworthiness directive (AD) affecting all Boeing 737-600, -700, -700C, -800, -900, and -900ER series airplanes. This AD was introduced because two engine fan blade-out events led to engine parts separating from the planes, causing safety issues. The directive requires airlines to replace certain parts on the planes and update maintenance programs to ensure safety. This rule, effective April 8, 2025, aims to prevent future incidents that could lead to loss of control or rapid decompression.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a new airworthiness directive (AD) targeting Boeing 737 series airplanes (-100, -200, -200C, -300, -400, and -500 models) following reports of cracks in the frame inner chord and web at station 727. To prevent potential structural integrity issues, this AD mandates thorough inspections and repairs, if necessary, within a specified timeframe. This rule will go into effect on March 17, 2025, and aims to ensure continued air safety by addressing these structural concerns promptly.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is proposing a new airworthiness directive for certain Boeing 757-200 and -300 airplanes. This proposal is based on a report indicating that some video monitors, mounted in the passenger service units, became detached during a hard landing. In response, the FAA suggests replacing these monitors with new ones that have secondary retention lanyards to prevent potential injuries and ensure safety during emergency evacuations. The deadline for comments on this proposal is March 3, 2025, and details about compliance and submission are provided through official channels.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a final rule for some Boeing 737 MAX airplanes due to reports of mistakenly installed spoiler wire bundles that can cause unintended spoiler movements, potentially leading to loss of control. This rule mandates an inspection of the clearance between these wire bundles and nearby airplane structures. It also outlines corrective actions if needed. The FAA identified the airplanes affected by this issue and has worked with Boeing to ensure this problem is addressed in future production. The rule is effective starting January 6, 2025, and aims to ensure the safety of these aircraft.