News
A new direct final rule will align aspects of OSHA’s Mechanical Power Presses Standard with a voluntary consensus standard.
OSHA has scheduled a Jan. 9 meeting for stakeholders to discuss a proposed rule that would require many employers to regularly submit their injury data.
Coalition renews call on OSHA to regulate poultry line speeds.
Notable proposed fines
$169,000 to an Ohio-based retail chain for several alleged hazards found at a New York store, including blocked exit routes and aisles, improperly stacked boxes, and lack of training
$158,015 to a roofing company in Illinois for alleged fall hazards found at three different jobsites
$121,720 to a Buffalo, NY food manufacturing plant for alleged electrical and fall hazards, as well as alleged deficiencies in its process safety management program
$108,080 to a Bronx, NY, refrigerator refurbishing company for allegedly failing to correct previously cited safety and health violations
Happening this week
Nov. 29 – Deadline to submit requests to speak at a Dec. 5 Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health meeting in Washington
Review Counter
Below is a count of how many days recent OSHA proposals have been under review, as of Nov. 25:
| # of Days | OSHA Proposal |
| 516 | Electric power transmission and distribution; electrical protective equipment (final rule) |
| 16 | Process Safety Management and prevention of major chemical accidents (prerule) |
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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