Federal Register #2026-08495

OSHA Request for Comments on Fire Brigades Standard Information Collection Extension

OSHA is seeking public input on extending OMB approval for information collection requirements under the Fire Brigades Standard. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is a regulatory information collection notice, not a procurement. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The notice pertains to employer obligations for fire brigades, including: - Maintaining organizational statements - Obtaining physician certificates for certain workers - Informing brigade members of special hazards - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Seeks public comments on the necessity, accuracy, and burden of information collection - Proposed increase in estimated burden hours due to more manufacturing facilities - Focus is on regulatory compliance, not purchasing goods or services

Description

This notice solicits public comments concerning the extension of OMB approval for the Fire Brigades Standard. The standard applies to fire brigades, industrial fire departments, and private or contract fire departments, requiring employers to maintain organizational statements, obtain physician certificates for certain workers, and inform brigade members of special hazards. Comments are due by June 30, 2026. The information collection aims to reduce paperwork burden while ensuring safety compliance.

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