Employers covered by OSHA’s recordkeeping rules should prepare now for the upcoming deadline to post the OSHA 300A Annual Summary of workplace injuries and illnesses. The required posting period runs from February 1 through April 30, 2026, leaving limited time
OSHA Law Blog
Insight & Commentary on Occupational Safety & Health Issues
The OSHA Law Blog, published by Jackson Lewis P.C., focuses on workplace safety and health regulations, particularly those enforced by OSHA and MSHA. It covers developments in federal and state regulatory frameworks, enforcement priorities, and compliance strategies for employers. Topics include updates on national emphasis programs, proposed rules such as heat hazard standards, injury and illness reporting requirements, and industry-specific safety challenges. The blog also addresses practical employer obligations like training, emergency procedures, and risk management related to heat exposure, wildfire smoke, machinery hazards, and other occupational safety concerns. It provides insights into regulatory changes, enforcement trends, and legal considerations affecting workplace safety compliance.
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NYC Expands Construction Safety Training to Include Mental Health
New York City recently enacted a local law to address growing mental health concerns within the construction industry, reflecting increased attention on suicide prevention and substance abuse. The new law amends the New York City Building Code to broaden required…
Heat Waves and Hazy Days: A Compliance Reminder for Washington State Employers
As temperatures rise and wildfire season intensifies across the Pacific Northwest, Washington State employers must remain alert – for the safety of their workforce and to follow state law. The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) has adopted…
OSHA’s 2025 Amputations NEP: Key Changes Manufacturers Should Know
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued its 2025 update to the National Emphasis Program on Amputations in Manufacturing Industries (Amputations NEP), renewing the program and introducing several notable changes for employers. The directive aims to refine enforcement…
BREAKING NEWS: OSHA, MSHA to Publish 30+ Proposed Rules July 1
Tomorrow (July 1, 2025), OSHA and MSHA will publish over 30 proposed rules, many of which request public comment, in the Federal Register. Included in OSHA’s slate of proposed rules is a Rescission of Coordinated Enforcement Regulations, and a proposed…
Public Hearings on OSHA’s Proposed Heat Hazard Rule Begin
Monday, June 16, 2025, marked the first day of informal public hearings on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) proposed rule aimed at preventing heat-related injuries and illnesses in both outdoor and indoor work environments. With rising temperatures posing…
California’s Proposed AI Bill and Workplace Safety Implications
California legislators have introduced a new bill aimed at regulating the expanding role of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace. While the proposed law is designed to safeguard employees, it has sparked concern about the potential effects on operational efficiency…
Cal/OSHA’s Latest on Lead Exposure: Clarification for the Construction Industry
On May 5, 2025, the California Department of Industrial Relations made an important announcement that affects employers in the construction industry. Cal/OSHA has clarified lead exposure prevention guidance specific to protecting workers conducting dry abrasive blasting while performing construction work.…
Virginia Healthcare Employers Must Comply with New Workplace Violence Reporting Requirements
Starting July 1, 2025, healthcare employers in Virginia will need to implement comprehensive workplace violence prevention plans or reporting systems. This new mandate requires employers to document, track, and analyze incidents of workplace violence, maintaining records for at least two…
Cal/OSHA Standards Board Considers Subcommittee in Response to NIOSH Cuts
The California Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board (OSHSB) is considering the formation of a subcommittee to tackle challenges arising from the dismantling of the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH).
During the OSHSB meeting on April 17…