News
OSHA administrator David Michaels is sending a letter to certain employers spelling out legal requirements and best practice recommendations regarding ammonium nitrate.
OSHA updates its enforcement guidance for shipyards, as well as a tip sheet on cold stress.
Notable proposed fines
$279,400 to a Georgia-based forest product manufacturer for alleged combustible dust, amputation and electrical hazards
Review Counter
Below is a count of how many days recent OSHA proposals have been under review, as of Feb. 24:
| # of Days | OSHA Proposal |
| 5 | Recording and Reporting Requirements – NAICS Update and Reporting Revisions (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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