Washington, DC
OSHA proposes new ergonomics standards. Under this new proposal about 1/3 of the general industry worksites will be affected and over 27 million employees covered. The proposal currently identifies several elements for a full implementation of an ergonomics program:
- Management leadership and employee participation
- Hazard information and reporting
- Job hazard analysis and control
- Training
- MSD management
- Program evaluation
- Recordkeeping
Hearings are currently being conducted. A finalized ruling is expected this year. For additional information on OSHA's proposed ergonomics program visit: http://www.osha-slc.gov/ergonomics-standard/.
