Purpose
On May 20,2024, federal OSHA announced in the Federal Register amendments to 1910.1200 Hazard Communication. The proposed changes would align the rule with the seventh revision of the United Nations' Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labelling of Chemicals (GHS).
This rulemaking is intended to provide a clearer hazard classification process to provide more complete and accurate hazard information on labels and safety data sheets; update physical hazard classes to better inform users on safe handling of explosives, aerosols and chemicals under pressure; and update precautionary statements on how to safely handle, store and dispose of hazardous chemicals.
Based on the federal rulemaking, the updated standard would require labels on small packaging to be more comprehensive and readable and makes changes to help ensure trade secrets no longer prevent workers and first responders from receiving critical hazard information on safety data sheets.
As a State Plan program, Oregon OSHA rules must be at least as effective as federal OSHA rules. Oregon OSHA is convening a Rules Advisory Committee (RAC) to review the federal rule requirements. The new U.S. Department of Labor requirements take effect
on July 19, 2024, but Oregon OSHA will have
until November 16, 2024, to complete its rulemaking process.
To participate
If you are interested in participating in this rulemaking, please contact
Linda Pressnell and Jennifer Stewart by email to be added to the RAC.
You can sign up to receive email notifications about our rulemaking activities.