OSHA Extends Comment Window on Dibromo-Chloropropane Rules

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.

2026-17726, Rescission of Coordinated Enforcement Regulations

The Department of Labor (Department) is rescinding the regulations that established formal procedures for coordination of enforcement activities among the Wage and Hour Division (WHD), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), and Employment and Training Administration (ETA) with respect to migrant and seasonal farmworkers. The Department is rescinding these regulations because they are obsolete, no longer reflect the Department's organizational structure or operational practices, and are not needed for effective coordination among the relevant component agencies. This action will remove unnecessary regulatory burden and align the Department's enforcement strategy with modern, effective, and flexible coordination models already in use.

2026-17151, Cadmium in General Industry Standard; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information Collection (Paperwork) Requirements

OSHA solicits public comments concerning the proposal to extend Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval of the information collection requirements specified in the Cadmium in General Industry Standard.

2026-17137, Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc.: Grant of Expansion of Recognition

In this notice, OSHA announces the final decision to expand the scope of recognition for Intertek Testing Services NA, Inc. as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL).

Previous: 2026-14846, Inorganic Arsenic

OSHA is giving workers and businesses 30 more days to share their thoughts on new safety rules about inorganic arsenic, a harmful chemical found in some workplaces. This extra time means the rule could change how companies protect employees from arsenic exposure, possibly affecting safety costs and procedures. Don’t miss the August 21, 2026 deadline to have your say!

Next: 2026-14849, Formaldehyde

OSHA is giving everyone 30 more days to share their thoughts on new rules about formaldehyde safety. These changes mainly affect workers and employers who handle formaldehyde, aiming to make workplaces safer. Comments are due by August 21, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to speak up before any money or safety rules change!