Friday, November 23rd, 2007

OSHA Issues Final Regulation on Personal Protective Equipment

Federal OSHA issued the final regulation on Personal Protective Equipment on November 14th.  The rule becomes effective February 13, 2008.  Employers must implement it by May 15, 2008. 
According to OSHA’s fact sheet:
What is required PPE and who pays: Employers must pay for almost all personal protective equipment that OSHA requirein its general industry, construction, and maritime standards.  If an employer decides […]