Opportunity
Federal Register #OSHA20120005
OSHA Requests Public Comments on Extension of OMB Approval for Cadmium in General Industry Standard Information Collection
Buyer
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Posted
August 21, 2026
Respond By
October 20, 2026
Identifier
OSHA20120005
OSHA, part of the Department of Labor, is seeking public comments on extending OMB approval for information collection under the Cadmium in General Industry Standard. - Government Buyer: - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Labor - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - The request is for public feedback on information collection requirements - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Focus on protecting workers from cadmium exposure and related health risks - Solicits input on necessity, accuracy, quality, and burden of information collection - Seeks suggestions for minimizing employer burden - No procurement activity or contract opportunity is present in this notice
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. This standard aims to protect workers from health effects associated with occupational exposure to cadmium, which can cause serious diseases including lung and prostate cancer. The extension includes an adjustment in estimated burden hours and costs. Comments are due by October 20, 2026.