The Standard requires employers to train employees about the hazards of asbestos, to monitor employee exposure, to provide medical surveillance, and maintain accurate records of employee exposure to asbestos. These records will be used by employers, employees, and the Government to ensure that employees are not harmed by exposure to asbestos in the workplace.
US Code:
29 USC 651
Name of Law: Occupational Safety and Health Act
US Code:
29 USC 655
Name of Law: Occupational Safety and Health Act
US Code:
29 USC 657
Name of Law: Occupational Safety and Health Act
OSHA increased the number of employers who may have asbestos in the workplace from 19 to 316. Therefore, the Agency is requesting an adjustment increase in burden hours and burden costs.
$42
No
No
Uncollected
Uncollected
No
Uncollected
Jamaa Hill 202-693-1965 hill.jamaa@dol.gov
No
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