This was one of the busiest years we’ve seen for a while when it comes to changes to health & safety regulations. Here is a quick recap of the notable changes that occurred in 2024:
January 1, 2024
· The NFPA 70e standard for arc flash was revised, as scheduled.
· A short video that provides a brief overview of the changes can be found here https://lnkd.in/dj46j66F
January 18, 2024
· The MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices), which contains guidelines for setting up temporary traffic control on roadways, was updated for the first time since 2009.
· The MUTCD is now required to be reviewed and updated every 4-years.
· This round of changes focused on more effective hazard warnings, improved protection of pedestrians, and catching up with technology.
· The 2009 version that has all 2024 changes redlined can be found and downloaded here https://lnkd.in/d3xXjvA9
May 20, 2024
· OSHA announced they will require Hazard Communication Programs to comply with the 7th edition of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
· The most notable change was probably the allowance of abbreviated chemical labels for small containers.
· Compliance is scheduled over a 2-year phase-in period, which doesn’t begin until 1/19/26.
· We posted a blog in June that summarized these changes. It can be found here https://lnkd.in/d-n32p7B
August 30, 2024
· OSHA proposed a new standard on Heat Stress Prevention.
· The initial proposed standard applies to indoor and outdoor work, and it is triggered at a heat index of 80 degrees F.
· Information on this proposed standard can be found here = https://lnkd.in/d5tbkUyv
