How to Receive Changes to OSHA Standards
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is charged with protecting the health and safety of U.S. workers. Since its inception in 1971, OSHA has consistently monitored the workplace. The two divisions of OSHA--enforcement and education--work hand in hand to provide new regulations and fresh interpretations of existing standards, which improve working conditions and prevent hazards. Though it seems challenging to follow changes in OSHA regulations, technology offers simple ways for employers to keep abreast of compliance. All you have to do to receive changes to the OSHA standards is subscribe to email notification.
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Visit the OSHA website, and scroll to the bottom of the page. On the left, you will see a small section labeled "Quick Takes." This is a new feature that sends the latest updates in OSHA standards and compliance tips via a twice-monthly newsletter straight to a subscriber's inbox.
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Enter your email address in the "Quick Takes" box to subscribe, and your browser will take you to a confirmation screen. Check to make sure you've entered your email correctly.
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Sign in to the email you used to subscribe and find the email sent from Quick Takes. Simply open the email and click on the enclosed link to confirm your subscription. You may experience a delay of up to 6 hours before the message is received.
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Remember to check your spam folder in case the email was misdirected there. Repeat the sign-up process if you do not receive the confirmation email within 6 hours. No subscriptions are valid until you open the email and click on the link sent. Once you begin receiving subscriptions, add Quick Takes to your contact list to avoid missing or blocked newsletters.
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Find additional, in-depth resources for changes to the OSHA standards on the OSHA website by clicking "What's New" on the header. Here you can view the previous 30 days of memos, letters of interpretation, press releases and regional news regarding OSHA law.
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Gather local updates from state OSHA websites. Many states, including Indiana, also offer email subscriptions as a way to receive these updates. Check your state for availability.
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Tips & Warnings
Look for the XML icon on OSHA's website. You can have some content, like "Interpretations," delivered to you via RSS feed. If you aren't sure how to use RSS feeds, click on the link provided on the OSHA website for detailed instructions.
OSHA has a privacy statement and does not share any subscription information provided to third parties unless legally required.
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