Federal Register #OSHA-2012-0005

OSHA Request for Public Comments on Extension of OMB Approval for Cadmium in General Industry Standard Information Collection

OSHA is requesting public comments on its proposal to extend OMB approval for information collection requirements under the Cadmium in General Industry Standard. - Government buyer: - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), U.S. Department of Labor - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement opportunity - Focus is on paperwork and reporting requirements related to worker protection from cadmium exposure - OSHA is proposing adjustments to estimated burden hours and capital costs for compliance - No products or services are being requested or procured - Supporting statements and regulatory references are included for context

Description

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is requesting public comments on the proposal to extend the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) approval of the information collection requirements specified in the Cadmium in General Industry Standard (29 CFR 1910.1027). The purpose of these requirements is to protect workers from health effects associated with occupational exposure to cadmium, which can cause serious diseases including lung and prostate cancer. OSHA is seeking to adjust the burden estimate and increase the capital cost associated with these information collection requirements. Comments are due by October 20, 2026.

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