OSHA Axes Weird 'House Falls' Rule at Docks
Published Date: 7/1/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
OSHA is removing the House Falls in Marine Terminals rule, which means fewer specific safety rules for workers at marine terminals. This change affects anyone working around cargo houses on docks and could shift how safety is managed, but no new costs or deadlines are set yet. It’s a big move to simplify the rules and update how safety is handled in these busy work spots.
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OSHA removes marine terminal safety rule
OSHA proposes to remove the "House Falls in Marine Terminals" standard from the Code of Federal Regulations. This change means there will be fewer specific safety rules for anyone working around cargo houses on docks. The proposal, as published, does not set any new costs or deadlines.
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