News
OSHA issues new safety resources for the construction demolition industry following recent workplace deaths.
Guidance from Oregon OSHA aims to help small-business owners and managers develop respiratory protection programs.
Notable proposed fines
$101,200 in total penalties to a construction contractor and subcontractor in Florida for alleged trenching violations following a worker being seriously injured from an excavation site wall collapse
$54,500 to a bridge company in Alabama for fall protection violations in connection with two workers suffering fatal falls
Review Counter
Below is a count of how many days recent OSHA proposals have been under review, as of July 14:
| # of Days | OSHA Proposal |
| 145 | Recording and Reporting Requirements – NAICS Update and Reporting Revisions (final rule) |
| 90 | Chemical Management and Permissible Exposure Limits (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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