News
OSHA seeks to raise awareness of grain industry hazards.
OSHA launches a National Emphasis Program on isocyanates.
Notable proposed fines
$157,000 to a Nebraska plumbing company in connection with the death of a worker caused by a trench collapse
$120,000 to a Texas manufacturer for allegations of exposing workers to asbestos and other hazards
$70,000 to a Houston manufacturer for guarding violations in connection with a worker’s amputation
$53,900 to a North Dakota grain elevator company for fall protection violations related to the fatal fall of a worker
$28,000 to a North Dakota trucking company in connection with a tanker explosion that killed a 19-year-old worker
Happening this week
June 24 to July 3 – OSHA-sponsored safety stand-down for construction employers in New York and New Jersey to prevent falls
Review counter
Below is a count of how many days recent OSHA proposals have been under review, as of July 1:
| # of Days | OSHA Proposal |
| 868 | Silica (proposed rule) |
| 587 | Modernizing OSHA’s reporting system for injuries and illnesses (proposed rule) |
| 369 | Electric power transmission and distribution; electrical protective equipment (final rule) |
The Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs – part of the White House’s Office of Management and Budget – reviews proposed regulations. The process is required for most rules before they can move forward, and typically takes 90 days.
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