Recordkeeping

Temporary-worker bulletin aims to clarify reporting requirements for employers

Washington – OSHA has released a new guidance document that focuses on how employers of temporary workers can comply with injury recording requirements.

OMB begins review of OSHA recording rule

Washington – A final OSHA rule that would update the agency’s industry classification system and amend employer reporting requirements was submitted to the Office of Management and Budget for review on Feb. 19.

Comment period for recordkeeping rule gets 2-day extension

Washington – OSHA has extended the comment period for its proposed rule on recordkeeping by two days to March 10.

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Employers must post OSHA injury log by Feb. 1

Washington – Employers required to keep and maintain an OSHA 300 injury and illness log must post their 300A summary sheet in the workplace by Feb. 1.

Stakeholders divided over making injury/illness data public

Washington – Stakeholders at a Jan. 9 public meeting in Washington showed a sharp difference of opinion on proposed changes to OSHA’s Recordkeeping Standard.

OSHA extends comment period on proposed recordkeeping changes

Washington – OSHA has extended to March 8 the comment period for its proposed rule on recordkeeping, the agency announced Jan. 6.

Primer aims to help public health researchers understand workers’ comp

Washington – A new publication from NIOSH is intended to help public health researchers better understand workers’ compensation insurance and how records can be used to help prevent workplace illnesses and injuries.
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Fear of retaliation keeps workers from reporting injuries: survey

Eagan, MN – Some workers are not reporting on-the-job injuries for fear of retaliation, according to survey results released in December by FindLaw.com, a legal information website.

OSHA schedules meeting on recordkeeping rule

Washington – OSHA is scheduled to host a stakeholder meeting Jan. 9 in Washington on its proposed rule regarding the public release of employee injury and illness data.

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