Federal Register #2026-14844

OSHA Proposed Rule: Revision of 13 Carcinogens Standard—Request for Public Comment

OSHA is reopening the rulemaking record for its proposed revision of the 13 Carcinogens standard, including 4-Nitrobiphenyl. - Government Buyer: - Department of Labor - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - Purpose: - Soliciting public comment on proposed regulatory changes - Aims to reduce compliance burdens and update requirements for respiratory protection programs - Incorporates input from OSHA's Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH) - Products/Services Requested: - No products, OEMs, or vendors are requested; this is a regulatory action - Unique Requirements: - Focus on improving clarity and allowing use of modern technology in compliance - Public invited to submit comments on the proposed rule - No procurement or contract opportunity is present in this notice

Description

OSHA is providing an additional comment period to allow interested persons to comment on OSHA's proposal to revise the 13 Carcinogens (4-Nitrobiphenyl, etc.) standard. This is a proposed rule to revise standards related to 13 carcinogens, aiming to reduce compliance burdens, allow for the use of more up-to-date technology, and improve the comprehensibility of respiratory protection program requirements. The rulemaking follows consideration by OSHA's Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health (ACCSH). The public comment period is open until August 21, 2026.

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