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OSHA Extends Comment Period on Chemical Exposure
By: David A. Lombardo
Caption: Extension comes in response to industry requests.
Word Count: 131
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is extending to October 9 the comment period on a request for information (RFI) on Chemical Management and Permissible Exposure Limits. OSHA issued the RFI last October, requesting stakeholder input about more effective and efficient approaches to address workplace conditions where workers are exposed to chemicals. The agency received multiple requests from stakeholders to extend the comment period to allow them more time to research and formulate responses to questions included in the RFI.

Under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, employers are responsible for providing safe and healthful workplaces for their employees. OSHA’s role is to set and enforce standards and provide training, education and assistance to ensure these conditions exist. Comments may be submitted electronically until October 9.