Shipyard Safety Paperwork Lives On: Thrills Minimal
Published Date: 2/28/2025
Notice
Summary
OSHA is asking for public feedback to keep collecting info about safety gear rules for shipyard workers. This helps make sure the paperwork stays clear and not too time-consuming. If you’re involved in shipyard work, you might want to weigh in before April 29, 2025, but no new costs or rule changes are coming right now.
Analyzed Economic Effects
3 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Employers must document PPE hazard assessments
If you run a shipyard business, you must assess work activities for hazards and pick the right personal protective equipment (PPE). Section 1915.152(b) requires you to communicate PPE choices, ensure proper fit, and keep a verification record that lists the occupation or trade assessed, the date(s) of the hazard assessment, and the name of the person who performed the assessment.
Paperwork burden slightly reduced (3 hours)
OSHA is asking OMB to extend approval of the paperwork for the shipyard PPE standard and requests a small adjustment: the total estimated burden decreases from 220 hours to 217 hours, a 3-hour drop. OSHA says the decrease is due to fewer affected establishments, and it reports an estimated total burden of 217 hours and estimated operation and maintenance cost of $0.
No new PPE rule costs or changes now
OSHA is not proposing new costs or changes to the PPE standard at this time; it is seeking public comment only on extending the OMB approval of the existing information collection. You may submit comments electronically or by fax, but comments must be received by April 29, 2025.
Personalized for You
How does this regulation affect your finances?
Personalize government policy and PRIA will tell you what this federal register document means for your household, plus every other regulation we track. PRIA reads each provision against your financial profile to show you exactly what matters to your wallet.
Key Dates
Department and Agencies
Related Federal Register Documents
2026-11093, Amending the Medical Evaluation Requirements in the Respiratory Protection Standard for Certain Types of Respirators
OSHA wants to make it easier for workers using certain respirators by removing some medical check-ups for filtering facepiece and loose-fitting powered air-purifying respirators. This change affects workers who wear these masks and could save time and money on medical evaluations. The public can share their thoughts until July 6, 2026, before the rule is finalized.
2026-10456, Department of Labor Federal Civil Penalties Inflation Adjustment Act Annual Adjustments for 2026
Good news for businesses and workers: the Department of Labor won’t raise any fines or penalties in 2026 because the usual inflation data wasn’t available. This means all civil penalties stay the same starting May 27, 2026. So, no surprise cost hikes this year—just steady rules and steady fees!
2026-06578, Walking-Working Surfaces
OSHA is proposing to remove the deadline that requires all fixed ladders over 24 feet to have personal fall arrest or ladder safety systems. They’re also asking if employers should be allowed to keep using ladder cages instead of these newer safety systems. This affects employers with tall ladders and could change safety rules, with comments due by June 5, 2026.
2026-19833, Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc.: Application for Expansion of Recognition
Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. wants to expand its official status as a trusted safety tester recognized by OSHA. This means they can test more products to keep workers safe. If you have thoughts or info about this, you have until October 14, 2026, to speak up—no cost changes announced yet, but more testing means more safety!
2026-19267, RETC, LLC.: Application for Expansion of Recognition
RETC, LLC. wants to expand its role as a trusted safety tester recognized by OSHA. This means they could test more products to keep workers safe. If you have thoughts or info, speak up by October 6, 2026, so OSHA can consider it before making a final call.
2026-19268, TUV SUD America, Inc.: Application for Expansion of Recognition
TUV SUD America, Inc. wants to expand its official testing powers by adding two new test standards to its recognized list. This change affects companies relying on TUVAM for safety testing and could speed up product approvals. You’ve got until October 6, 2026, to share your thoughts or ask for more time to comment.
Previous / Next Documents
Previous: 2025-03199, Coke Oven Emissions Standard; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information Collection (Paperwork) Requirements
OSHA is asking for public feedback to keep the paperwork rules for coke oven emissions going strong. This affects companies that run coke ovens, making sure they keep tracking and reporting emissions to protect workers and the environment. Comments are due by April 29, 2025, and there’s no new cost or rule change—just a paperwork extension to keep things running smoothly.
Next: 2025-03201, Lead in Construction Standard; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information Collection (Paperwork) Requirements
OSHA is asking for public feedback to keep collecting paperwork under the Lead in Construction Standard, which helps protect workers from lead exposure. This affects construction employers who must keep certain records and reports. Comments are due by April 29, 2025, and there’s no new cost—just a paperwork approval extension to keep things running smoothly.