On February 5, 2024, OSHA revealed its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking for a new Emergency Response Standard, initiating a public comment period. As we previously reported, the rulemaking is designed to update OSHA’s existing...more
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) proposed Emergency Response Standard is expected to have a significant impact on emergency service organizations (ESOs) and workplace emergency response employers...more
On Monday, the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued a notice of proposed rulemaking that would replace the current patchwork of safety regulations covering firefighters and other first responders. OSHA...more
On December 21, 2023, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) unveiled an unofficial version of its proposed Emergency Response Rule. The Emergency Response Rule, if finalized, would replace an existing rule...more
Seyfarth Synopsis: When faced with wildfires or natural disasters, California employers must keep calm, carry on, and continue to meet their obligations under California law. ...more