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OSHA Reopens Comment Period for Proposed Revision of 1,2-dibromo-3-chloropropane Standard

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), part of the Department of Labor, is reopening the comment period for its proposed revision of the 1,2-dibromo-3-chloropropane standard. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is a regulatory action, not a procurement opportunity. - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are requested; the notice pertains to regulatory rulemaking. - Unique/Notable Requirements: - The proposal aims to reduce compliance burdens for employers. - Updates technology requirements and clarifies respiratory protection program standards. - The rulemaking record is reopened for an additional comment period to gather further public input, following recommendations from OSHA's Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH).

Description

OSHA is providing an additional comment period to allow interested persons to comment on OSHA's proposal to revise the 1,2-dibromo-3-chloropropane standard. The proposal aims to reduce compliance burdens, allow for the use of more up-to-date technology, and improve the comprehensibility of the requirements for respiratory protection programs under the standard. The rulemaking record is being reopened for an additional 30 days to gather further comments following consideration by OSHA's Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH). Written comments must be submitted on or before August 21, 2026.

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