July 14, 2022

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EPA final rule includes TSCA amendments covering hazard communication, significant new use rules

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has issued a final rule intended to ensure workers "have access to clear and consistent information about the risks they may face from toxic substances." Read more
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OSHA extends emphasis program on COVID-19

Washington — Citing data that shows hospitalizations "may increase significantly in the coming weeks," OSHA has extended its revised National Emphasis Program on COVID-19 until further notice. Read more
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EPA issues final scope of second installment of risk evaluation for asbestos

Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has released a final scope of Part 2 of a final risk evaluation that concludes asbestos – a known human carcinogen – presents an "unreasonable" health risk to workers under certain conditions. Read more
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OSHA seeks to revise rules on workplace lead exposure

Washington — OSHA is requesting public comment on a proposed rule that would revise the agency's standards on occupational exposure to lead in general industry and construction. Read more
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HazCom standard update coming before year's end? Spring 2022 regulatory agenda released

Washington — An update to OSHA's Hazard Communication standard could happen as soon as December, according to the Department of Labor's latest regulatory agenda. Read more
 

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