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The latest regulatory news and updates concerning OSHA, MSHA, EPA, consensus standards and other occupational safety and health regulatory concerns.

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Final Rule Issed on Employee Representation at OSHA Inspections
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Federal Agencies Promise More of the Same Policies in 2024

Feb. 15, 2024
Departments push agendas hard in the final year of this presidential term.
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Employers Grapple With Cold & Flu Season

Jan. 23, 2024
In the wake of rising COVID-19 cases, new laws impact how to react.
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OSHA Switches from Hard Hats to Safety Helmets

Dec. 12, 2023
OSHA said modern safety helmets can offer employees better protection while doing inspections.
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EEOC Proposes Sweeping Employer Guidance

Dec. 8, 2023
Transgender harassment is detailed in the new document.
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OSHA

OSHA Seeks to Add Union Reps to Inspections

Nov. 15, 2023
Agency also announces alliance with NLRB to promote unionization.

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