OSHA Extends Paperwork Rules for Handling Banned Chemical DBCP Safely
Published Date: 3/10/2025
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Summary
OSHA is asking for public feedback to keep the paperwork rules for handling the chemical 1,2-Dibromo-3-Chloropane (DBCP) going strong. This affects employers who must keep records about DBCP safety. Comments are due by May 9, 2025, and there’s no new cost—just a smooth extension to keep things clear and safe.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.
Employers must monitor DBCP exposures
Under the DBCP Standard, employers must monitor workers' exposure to DBCP, monitor worker health, and provide workers with information about their exposure and the health effects of DBCP. These requirements exist to reduce employees' risk of death or serious injury from DBCP exposure.
DBCP paperwork approval extended
OSHA is asking OMB to extend approval of the paperwork (information collection) required by the 1,2-Dibromo-3-Chloropane (DBCP) Standard. OSHA says the paperwork burden will remain one hour, with an estimated total burden of 1 hour, zero dollars in operation and maintenance costs, OMB Control Number 1218-0101. Comments on this extension are due by May 9, 2025.
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