OSHA

The Mine Safety and Health Administration’s (MSHA) surface mobile equipment rule became effective in January 2024, with a July 2024 compliance deadline. Because enforcement has been ongoing for about two years, it’s worth reviewing the data for metal/nonmetal mines and considering trends in enforcement. Perhaps the best place to start is by considering 30 C.F.R. § 56.23002(a), the provision requiring metal/nonmetal operators to implement a written safety program.

Soccer fans may notice something different about the matches at the 2026 World Cup (June 11, 2026–July 19, 2026), as FIFA has mandated three-minute water breaks midway through each half of each match due to the heat and humidity of summer weather in host cities in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. These so-called hydration breaks may also serve as a reminder of U.S. employers' obligations to protect against heat illness.

OSHA Announces Public Hearings this Summer for Over 20 Proposed Rules OSHA has scheduled a series of informal public hearings for over 20 proposed rules, most of which involve respiratory protection requirements, as part of its continuing deregulatory efforts . These public hearings will be held virtually, beginning on August 19, 2026. tgelbman@littler.com Tue, 06/09/2026 - 09:11