OSHA Recordkeeping Rule Is Out

OSHA  Electronic Reporting Rule Suspended

On Wednesday, May 17, 2017, OSHA indefinitely suspended the new electronic reporting rule that was planned to go into effect on July 1st of this year. OSHA indicated that they wanted to further investigate employer concerns raised about the new rule.  Several industry organizations maintain that electronic filing requirements are burdensome and that the new public database of injury and illness information will expose confidential information.  In addition, critics argue that the rule reveals only information about injuries and illnesses and nothing about safety efforts of companies.  As of now, no website has been created for employers to utilize to submit this information.

For additional information or clarification regarding this rule, please contact Safety Resources, Inc. at 800.641.5990.