OSHA extends comment deadline for proposed changes to benzene rule

OSHA has extended the comment deadline to August 27 for proposed updates to its benzene safety standard (1910.1028), giving stakeholders an additional 30 days to provide feedback. The extension followed consultation with OSHA's Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and Health.

Washington — OSHA has announced that Aug. 27 is the new deadline to comment on a proposed update to the agency’s standard (1910.1028) on benzene. According to a notice published on July 28, the 30-day extension comes after the agency consulted with its Advisory Committee on Construction Safety and…

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