[Unified Agenda of Federal Regulations]
[Department of Labor Semiannual Regulatory Agenda]
[From the U.S. Government Printing Office, www.gpo.gov]


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Part XII




 
Department of Labor





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Semiannual Regulatory Agenda


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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                              
  
  
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Office of the Secretary

20 CFR Chs. I, IV, V, VI, VII, and IX

29 CFR Subtitle A and Chs. II, IV, V, XVII, and XXV

30 CFR Ch. I

41 CFR Ch. 60

48 CFR Ch. 29

Semiannual Agenda of Regulations

AGENCY: Office of the Secretary, Labor.

ACTION: Semiannual agenda of regulations selected for review or 
development.

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SUMMARY: This document sets forth the Department's semiannual agenda of 
regulations that have been selected for review or development during 
the coming year. The agenda complies with the requirements of both 
Executive Order 12866 and the Regulatory Flexibility Act. The agenda 
lists all regulations that are expected to be under review or 
development between April 1994 and April 1995, as well as those 
completed during the past 6 months.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Robert Rodriguez, Associate Assistant 
Secretary, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Policy, U.S. 
Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room S-2312, 
Washington, DC 20210, (202) 219-6197.

Note: Information pertaining to a specific regulation can be obtained 
from the agency contact listed for that particular regulation.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Executive Order 12866 and the Regulatory 
Flexibility Act require the semiannual publication in the Federal 
Register of an agenda of regulations. The Regulatory Flexibility Act 
became effective on January 1, 1981, and applies only to regulations 
for which a notice of proposed rulemaking was issued on or after that 
date. It requires the Department of Labor to publish an agenda listing 
all the regulations it expects to propose or promulgate that are likely 
to have a ``significant economic impact on a substantial number of 
small entities'' (5 U.S.C. 602). Executive Order 12866 became effective 
September 30, 1993, and in substance, requires the Department of Labor 
to publish an agenda listing all the regulations it expects to have 
under active consideration for promulgation, proposal, or review during 
the coming 1-year period.

    As permitted by law, the Department of Labor is combining the 
publication of its agendas under the Regulatory Flexibility Act and 
Executive Order 12866.

     All interested members of the public are invited and 
encouraged to let departmental officials know how our regulatory 
efforts can be improved and, of course, to participate in and 
comment on the review or development of the regulations listed on 
the agenda.

Robert B. Reich,

Secretary of Labor. 

                                  Office of the Secretary--Proposed Rule Stage                                  
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2144        Administrative Claims Under the Federal Torts Claims Act and Related Statutes.........   1290-AA13  
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                                   Office of the Secretary--Final Rule Stage                                    
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2145        Coordinated Enforcement of Farm Labor Protective Statutes.............................   1290-AA11  
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                               Employment Standards Administration--Prerule Stage                               
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2146        Government Contractors: Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Obligations (ESA/                  
            OFCCP)................................................................................    1215-AA01 
2147        Child Labor Regulations, Orders and Statements of Interpretation (ESA/W-H)............    1215-AA09 
2148        Defining and Delimiting the Term ``Any Employee Employed in a Bona Fide Executive,                  
            Administrative, or Professional Capacity'' (ESA/W-H)..................................    1215-AA14 
2149        Government Contractors: Contractor Participation in Training Programs Pursuant to the               
            Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) (29 USC 1781).....................................    1215-AA56 
2150        Standards for Waivers Under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.....................   1215-AA84  
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                            Employment Standards Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                            
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2151        Wage Payments Under the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938..............................    1215-AA32 
2152        Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination Obligations of Contractors and Subcontractors              
            for Special Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era.........................    1215-AA62 
2153        Labor Standards for Federal Service Contracts.........................................    1215-AA78 
2154        Procedures for Handling Discrimination Complaints Under Federal ``Whistleblower''                   
            Protection Statutes...................................................................    1215-AA83 
2155        Child Labor Regulations, Orders, and Statements of Interpretation (Sports Attendants).    1215-AA89 
2156        Attestations by Employers Using Alien Crewmembers for Longshore Activities in U.S.                  
            Ports.................................................................................   1215-AA90  
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                             Employment Standards Administration--Final Rule Stage                              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2157        Enforcement of Contractual Obligations for Temporary Alien Agricultural Workers                     
            Admitted Under Section 216 of the Immigration and Nationality Act.....................    1215-AA43 
2158        Attestations by Employers for Off-Campus Work Authorization for Alien Students (F-1                 
            Nonimmigrants)........................................................................    1215-AA68 
2159        Labor Condition Applications and Requirements for Employers Using Aliens on H-1B Visas              
            in Specialty Occupations and as Fashion Models........................................    1215-AA69 
2160        Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination Obligations of Contractors and Subcontractors              
            for Individuals With Disabilities.....................................................    1215-AA76 
2161        Application of the Fair Labor Standards Act to Domestic Service.......................    1215-AA82 
2162        The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993..............................................    1215-AA85 
2163        Davis-Bacon ``Helpers''...............................................................   1215-AA91  
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                             Employment Standards Administration--Completed Actions                             
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2164        Enforcement of Contractual Obligations Between Health Care Facilities Authorized To                 
            Utilize Temporary Nonimmigrant Alien Nurses...........................................    1215-AA55 
2165        Fair Labor Standards Amendments of 1989 as Applied to Puerto Rico.....................    1215-AA57 
2166        Defining the Terms ``Construction'' and ``Repairs'' Under the Davis-Bacon and Related               
            Acts..................................................................................    1215-AA71 
2167        Submission of Bills for Medical Services under the Federal Employees' Compensation Act              
            (FECA)................................................................................   1215-AA88  
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                             Employment and Training Administration--Prerule Stage                              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2168        Services to Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers, Job Service Complaint System, Monitoring              
            and Enforcement.......................................................................    1205-AA37 
2169        Labor Certification Process for the Permanent Employment of Aliens in the United                    
            States................................................................................    1205-AA66 
2170        Disaster Unemployment Assistance Program, Amendment to Regulations....................    1205-AB02 
2171        Labor Certification Process for Certain H-2B Temporary Workers........................   1205-AB04  
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                          Employment and Training Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                           
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2172        Airline Deregulation: Employee Benefit Program........................................    1205-AA07 
2173        Senior Community Service Employment Program...........................................    1205-AA29 
2174        Job Training Partnership Act: Indian and Native American Programs.....................    1205-AA96 
2175        Job Corps Allowances and Allotments...................................................    1205-AA98 
2176        Job Training Partnership Act: Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker Programs................    1205-AA99 
2177        Federal-State Unemployment Compensation Program; Unemployment Insurance Revenue                     
            Quality Control Program...............................................................    1205-AB00 
2178        Trade Adjustment Assistance--Uniform Interpretation and Enforcement (Lopez Provisions)    1205-AB06 
2179        Trade Adjustment Assistance for Workers Transitional Adjustment Assistance NAFTA-TAA..    1205-AB07 
2180        Amendments to the Labor Certification Process for Temporary Agricultural Employment in              
            the United States (H-2A)..............................................................   1205-AB09  
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                            Employment and Training Administration--Final Rule Stage                            
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2181        Permanent Labor Certification Program: Pilot Labor Market Information Provisions......    1205-AA87 
2182        Applications and Requirements for Employers Using Aliens in Specialty Occupations and               
            as Fashion Models (H-1B)..............................................................    1205-AA89 
2183        Implementation of Clean Air Act Amendments to Title III of the Job Training                         
            Partnership Act (JTPA)................................................................    1205-AA92 
2184        Job Training Reform Amendments of 1992................................................    1205-AA95 
2185        Attestations by Employers Using Alien Crewmembers for Longshore Activities in U.S.                  
            Ports, the Alaska Exception...........................................................    1205-AB03 
2186        Trade Adjustment Assistance for Workers--Implementation of 1988 Amendments............    1205-AB05 
2187        Trade Adjustment Assistance--Administrative Requirements..............................   1205-AB08  
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                           Employment and Training Administration--Completed Actions                            
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2188        Job Training Partnership Act: Job Corps Program Under Title IV-B......................    1205-AA54 
2189        Advances Under Title XII, SSA, and Tax Credit Under FUTA..............................    1205-AA65 
2190        Trade Adjustment Assistance for Workers...............................................    1205-AA72 
2191        Federal-State Unemployment Compensation Program; Confidentiality and Disclosure of                  
            State Records.........................................................................    1205-AA74 
2192        Labor Standards for the Registration of Apprenticeship Programs (Revision)............    1205-AA77 
2193        Attestation Process for Health Care Facilities Seeking To Employ Nonimmigrant Nurses..    1205-AA84 
2194        Defense Conversion Adjustment Program.................................................    1205-AA85 
2195        Permanent Labor Certification Program: Amendments to Regulations at 20 CFR Part 656...    1205-AA86 
2196        Off-Campus Work Authorization for Foreign Students: Attestation Process...............    1205-AA88 
2197        Extended Benefits in the Federal-State Unemployment Compensation Program..............    1205-AA97 
2198        Unemployment Fund Cash Management.....................................................   1205-AB01  
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                           Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration--Prerule Stage                           
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2199        Qualified Domestic Relations Orders Under the Retirement Equity Act...................    1210-AA19 
2200        Application of ERISA Fiduciary Standards to the Selection of Annuity Providers........    1210-AA39 
2201        Disclosure of Plan Information to Participants and Beneficiaries Under the Employee                 
            Retirement Income Security Act of 1974................................................    1210-AA44 
2202        In-Kind Contributions to Pension Plans................................................    1210-AA45 
2203        Application of Fiduciary Standards to Proxy Voting....................................    1210-AA46 
2204        Application of Fiduciary Standards to Investments in ``Economically Targeted                        
            Investments''.........................................................................   1210-AA47  
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                        Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                        
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2205        Adequate Consideration................................................................    1210-AA15 
2206        Trust-Reporting Exemptions............................................................   1210-AA16  
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                         Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration--Final Rule Stage                          
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2207        Civil Penalties Under ERISA Section 502(l)............................................   1210-AA37  
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                                Office of the American Workplace--Prerule Stage                                 
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2208        Election of Officers of Labor Organizations...........................................   1294-AA09  
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                             Office of the American Workplace--Proposed Rule Stage                              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2209        Procedure for Removal of Local Labor Organization Officers............................   1294-AA10  
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                               Office of the American Workplace--Final Rule Stage                               
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2210        Technical Amendment of Rules Relating to Labor Management Standards and Standards of                
            Conduct for Federal Sector Labor Organizations........................................   1294-AA11  
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                              Office of the American Workplace--Completed Actions                               
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2211        Labor Organization Annual Financial Reports and Abbreviated Annual Financial Reports                
            for Small Labor Organizations.........................................................   1294-AA08  
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                              Mine Safety and Health Administration--Prerule Stage                              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2212        Single-Shift Sampling Notice..........................................................   1219-AA82  
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                           Mine Safety and Health Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                           
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 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2213        Underground Coal Mine Ventilation.....................................................    1219-AA11 
2214        Noise Standard........................................................................    1219-AA53 
2215        Confined Spaces.......................................................................    1219-AA54 
2216        Waterlines in Belt Conveyor Entries...................................................    1219-AA70 
2217        Carbon Monoxide Monitor Approval......................................................    1219-AA72 
2218        Firefighting and Escape and Evacuation Program........................................    1219-AA73 
2219        Diesel Particulate....................................................................    1219-AA74 
2220        Belt Entry Ventilation................................................................    1219-AA76 
2221        Training (Including Contractors and Supervisors)......................................    1219-AA77 
2222        Examinations of Surface Work Areas....................................................    1219-AA78 
2223        Decertification of Certified and Qualified Persons....................................    1219-AA79 
2224        Respirable Coal Dust Revisions........................................................    1219-AA81 
2225        Metal/Nonmetal Impoundments...........................................................    1219-AA83 
2226        Safety Standards for Explosives at Metal and Nonmetal Mines...........................    1219-AA84 
2227        Respirator Approval...................................................................    1219-AA85 
2228        Certification of Supervisors..........................................................    1219-AA86 
2229        Independent Laboratory Testing........................................................    1219-AA87 
2230        Legal Identity........................................................................    1219-AA88 
2231        Bloodborne Pathogens..................................................................   1219-AA89  
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                            Mine Safety and Health Administration--Final Rule Stage                             
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2232        Diesel-Powered Equipment for Underground Coal Mines...................................    1219-AA27 
2233        Hazard Communication..................................................................    1219-AA47 
2234        Air Quality Chemical Substances and Respiratory Protection Standards..................    1219-AA48 
2235        Longwall Equipment (Including High-Voltage)...........................................   1219-AA75  
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                            Mine Safety and Health Administration--Completed Actions                            
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2236        Safeguard Criteria for Hoisting and Transportation....................................    1219-AA12 
2237        Safety Standards for Explosives at Metal and Nonmetal Mines...........................    1219-AA17 
2238        Experienced Miner and Supervisor Training.............................................    1219-AA55 
2239        Intrinsically Safe Battery-Powered Devices............................................    1219-AA59 
2240        Approval of Explosion-Proof Enclosures................................................    1219-AA60 
2241        Requirements for Approval of Flame-Resistant Conveyor Belts...........................   1219-AA65  
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               Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management--Prerule Stage               
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2242        Department of Labor Acquisition Regulations...........................................   1291-AA20  
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            Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management--Proposed Rule Stage            
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2243        Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and              
            Local Governments.....................................................................    1291-AA15 
2244        Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Age in Programs and Activities Receiving Federal                  
            Financial Assistance From the Department of Labor.....................................   1291-AA21  
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             Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management--Final Rule Stage              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2245        New Restrictions on Lobbying..........................................................   1291-AA18  
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                       Occupational Safety and Health Administration--Proposed Rule Stage                       
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2246        Respiratory Protection................................................................    1218-AA05 
2247        Safety and Health Regulations for Longshoring (Part 1918) and Marine Terminals (Part                
            1917).................................................................................    1218-AA56 
2248        Steel Erection (Part 1926)............................................................    1218-AA65 
2249        Medical Surveillance Programs for Employees...........................................    1218-AB00 
2250        Exposure Assessment Programs for Employees Exposed to Hazardous Chemicals.............    1218-AB01 
2251        Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses...........................    1218-AB24 
2252        Accreditation of Training Programs for Hazardous Waste Operations (Part 1910).........    1218-AB27 
2253        Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout)--Construction (Part 1926)................    1218-AB30 
2254        Powered Industrial Truck Operator Training............................................    1218-AB33 
2255        Ergonomic Safety and Health Standards.................................................    1218-AB36 
2256        Indoor Air Quality in the Workplace...................................................    1218-AB37 
2257        Crane Safety..........................................................................    1218-AB38 
2258        Abatement Verification................................................................    1218-AB40 
2259        Comprehensive Occupational Safety and Health Programs.................................    1218-AB41 
2260        Occupational Exposure to Hexavalent Chromium..........................................    1218-AB45 
2261        Occupational Exposure to Tuberculosis.................................................    1218-AB46 
2262        Confined Spaces for Construction (Part 1926)..........................................    1218-AB47 
2263        Miscellaneous Amendments to the Safety Standards for the Construction Industry (Part                
            1926).................................................................................    1218-AB48 
2264        General Working Conditions in Shipyards (Part 1915)...................................    1218-AB50 
2265        Fire Protection in Shipyard Employment (Part 1915)....................................   1218-AB51  
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                        Occupational Safety and Health Administration--Final Rule Stage                         
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2266        Fall Protection (Part 1926)...........................................................    1218-AA37 
2267        Scaffolds (Part 1926).................................................................    1218-AA40 
2268        Logging Operations (Part 1910)........................................................    1218-AA52 
2269        Scaffolds in Shipyards (Part 1915)....................................................    1218-AA68 
2270        Access and Egress in Shipyards (Part 1915)............................................    1218-AA70 
2271        Personal Protective Equipment in Shipyards (Part 1915)................................    1218-AA74 
2272        1,3-Butadiene.........................................................................    1218-AA83 
2273        Glycol Ethers: 2-Methoxyethanol, 2-Ethoxyethanol, and Their Acetates..................    1218-AA84 
2274        Confined Spaces and Explosive and Other Dangerous Atmospheres (Part 1915).............    1218-AA91 
2275        Methylene Chloride....................................................................    1218-AA98 
2276        Walking Working Surfaces and Personal Fall Protection Systems (Part 1910).............    1218-AB04 
2277        Asbestos (Remand).....................................................................    1218-AB25 
2278        Air Contaminants Rule for Construction, Agriculture and Maritime......................    1218-AB26 
2279        Occupant Protection in Motor Vehicles.................................................    1218-AB28 
2280        Retention of Markings and Placards....................................................   1218-AB42  
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                        Occupational Safety and Health Administration--Completed Actions                        
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
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 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2281        Methods of Compliance.................................................................    1218-AA28 
2282        Fall Protection Systems (Personal Protective Equipment) (Part 1910)...................    1218-AA48 
2283        Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution (Part 1910).................    1218-AA59 
2284        Fall Protection in Shipyards (Part 1915)..............................................    1218-AA66 
2285        Face, Head, Eye, and Foot Protection (Personal Protective Equipment) (Part 1910)......    1218-AA71 
2286        Welding, Cutting, and Brazing (Part 1910 and Part 1926)...............................    1218-AA72 
2287        Welding, Cutting, and Heating in Shipyards (Part 1915)................................    1218-AA73 
2288        Hazard Communication..................................................................    1218-AB02 
2289        Hazardous Materials (Part 1910).......................................................    1218-AB20 
2290        Shipyard Employment: Phase II (Part 1915).............................................    1218-AB22 
2291        Lead in Construction..................................................................    1218-AB34 
2292        Reporting of Fatality or Multiple Hospitalizations....................................    1218-AB35 
2293        Hazard Communication (MSDS)...........................................................    1218-AB43 
2294        Coke Oven Emissions...................................................................    1218-AB44 
2295        Grain Handling........................................................................   1218-AB49  
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              Office of the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment & Training--Prerule Stage              
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2296        Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights.................................   1293-AA05  
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           Office of the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment & Training--Proposed Rule Stage           
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2297        Title IV, Part C, of the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA)..........................   1293-AA06  
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            Office of the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment & Training--Final Rule Stage             
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                                                                                                     Regulation 
 Sequence                                           Title                                            Identifier 
 Number                                                                                                Number   
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2298        Veterans' Programs and Services Administered by the Office of the Assistant Secretary               
            for Veterans' Employment and Training.................................................   1293-AA03  
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OS)
  
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2144.  ADMINISTRATIVE CLAIMS UNDER THE FEDERAL TORTS CLAIMS ACT 
AND RELATED STATUTES

Legal Authority:  28 USC 2672; 31 USC 3721; 29 USC 1706(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 15

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will revise existing regulations issued 
pursuant to the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) and the Military 
Personnel and Civilian Employees' Claims Act (MPCECA) to conform to 
previously issued delegations of authority. The regulation will revise 
the existing regulation to reflect delegations of authority to issue 
determinations on FTCA matters that delegated authority to regional 
offices of the Office of the Solicitor to process and decide claims 
which seek damages up to $25,000 and which delegated authority to 
process and decide claims in excess of $25,000 to the Counsel for 
Claims. It will clarify procedures for submitting and processing claims 
and revise outdated addresses and telephone numbers. A number of 
changes are also necessary to clarify the manner in which claims are 
submitted and the manner in which an award is calculated. The existing 
regulation will be amended to reflect a change in underlying statutory 
authority for payment of claims arising out of the operation of Job 
Corps Centers, to reflect an increase in maximum amount payable on such 
claims and to clarify the manner in which such claims are submitted.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            06/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Jeffrey L. Nesvet, Counsel for Claims, Department of 
Labor, Office of the Secretary, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room 
S4325, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-4405

RIN: 1290-AA13
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Office of the Secretary (OS)
  
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2145. COORDINATED ENFORCEMENT OF FARM LABOR PROTECTIVE STATUTES

Legal Authority:  29 USC 49 et seq; 29 USC 201 et seq; 29 USC 651 et 
seq; 29 USC 1801 et seq; 8 USC 1188(g)(2); 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 42

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department intends to revise its regulations for 
coordinated enforcement of farm protective statutes. The rule will 
clarify existing regulatory language and update the regulations by 
making nomenclature and other technical amendments. The sections also 
will be reorganized for clarification. These regulations were first 
promulgated in 1980 to coordinate the farm labor enforcement activities 
of the Department's Employment and Training Administration, the 
Employment Standards Administration, the Occupational Safety and Health 
Administration, and the Office of the Solicitor of Labor (45 FR 39489). 
The regulations establish a National Farm Labor Coordinated Enforcement 
Committee, which meets quarterly, consisting of the heads of the above 
DOL agencies, to oversee that coordination. A Regional Farm Labor 
Coordinated Enforcement Committee, which meets quarterly, is 
established in each DOL regional office. The Regional Committee is made 
up of the head of each of the above Agencies' regional offices. Each 
Regional Committee holds at least one annual public meeting to discuss 
farm labor issues.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           07/24/92                    57 FR 32939
ANPRM Comment Period End        08/24/92
NPRM                            01/19/93                     58 FR 5158
NPRM Comment Period End         02/18/93
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Since 1980, a number of changes have taken 
place in DOL's farm labor activities, such as: The Farm Labor 
Contractor Registration Act has been replaced by the Migrant and 
Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act; the title of the head of 
the National Committee has been changed from Under Secretary to Deputy 
Secretary; the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 has amended 
the Immigration and Nationality Act, authorizing DOL to enforce work 
contracts executed by employers of alien (H-2A) farmworkers; the role 
of States in operating the Employment Service under the Wagner-Peyser 
Act was enhanced in 1982; regional offices of the Employment Standards 
Administration no longer exist and the regional farm labor enforcement 
role is now coordinated by the Regional Administrator for Wage Hour; 
and the Assistant Secretary for Policy has assumed a role in farm labor 
programs at the national level. These and other changes necessitate 
updating the coordinated enforcement regulations.

Agency Contact: Gordon L. Claucherty, Chairman, National Farm Labor 
Coordinated Enforcement Committee Working Group, Department of Labor, 
Office of the Secretary, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room S2114, FP 
Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-6026

RIN: 1290-AA11
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
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2146. GOVERNMENT CONTRACTORS: NONDISCRIMINATION AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION 
OBLIGATIONS (ESA/OFCCP)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  EO 11246, as amended; 38 USC 4212; 29 USC 793

CFR Citation:  41 CFR 60-1; 41 CFR 60-2; 41 CFR 60-4; 41 CFR 60-20; 41 
CFR 60-30; 41 CFR 60-50; 41 CFR 60-60; 41 CFR 60-250; 41 CFR 60-741; 41 
CFR 60-742

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations cover nondiscrimination and affirmative 
action obligations of Federal contractors under Executive Order 11246, 
as amended; the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 
1974 (38 USC 4212), as amended; and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation 
Act of 1973, as amended. The NPRM published 08/25/81 and supplemented 
on 04/23/82 extended the effective date of a final rule published 12/
30/80 and proposed amendments to that rule. OFCCP's review of 
regulatory options continues with emphasis on Executive Order 
recordkeeping requirements, certification requirements and coverage 
provisions.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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ANPRM                           07/14/81                    46 FR 36213
Supplement to ANPRM             08/21/81                    46 FR 42490
Previous NPRM & Suspend Eff Date08/25/81                    46 FR 42968
NPRM                            04/23/82                    47 FR 17770
ANPRM Second                    04/00/94
NPRM                            06/00/94
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Annie A. Blackwell, Director, Division of Policy, 
Planning and Program Development, OFCCP, Department of Labor, 
Employment Standards Administration, 200 Constitution Ave. NW., Rm 
C3325, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-9430

RIN: 1215-AA01
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
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2147. CHILD LABOR REGULATIONS, ORDERS AND STATEMENTS OF INTERPRETATION 
(ESA/W-H)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 203

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 570

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 3(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act requires the 
Secretary of Labor to issue regulations with respect to minors between 
14 and 16 years of age ensuring that the periods and conditions of 
their employment do not interfere with their schooling, health, or 
well-being. The Secretary also is directed to designate occupations 
that may be particularly hazardous for minors 16 and 17 years of age. 
Child Labor Regulation No. 3 sets forth the permissible industries and 
occupations in which 14- and 15-year olds may be employed, and 
specifies the number of hours in a day and in a week, and time periods 
within a day, that such minors may be employed. The Department will 
invite public comment in considering whether changes in technology in 
the workplace and job content over the years require new hazardous 
occupations orders, and review of some of the applicable hazardous 
occupation orders and the method of their promulgation. Comment will 
also be solicited on whether revisions should be considered in the 
permissible hours and time of day standards for 14- and 15-year olds. 
Comment may also be sought on appropriate changes required to implement 
school-to-work transition programs.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action on HOs 2, 10, 12   11/20/91                    56 FR 58626
Final Action Effective Date     12/20/91                    56 FR 58626
ANPRM                           04/00/94
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm S3502, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA09
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
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2148. DEFINING AND DELIMITING THE TERM ``ANY EMPLOYEE EMPLOYED IN A BONA 
FIDE EXECUTIVE, ADMINISTRATIVE, OR PROFESSIONAL CAPACITY'' (ESA/W-H)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 213(a)(1)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 541

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations set forth the criteria used in the 
determination of the application of the Fair Labor Standards Act 
exemption for ``executive,'' ``administrative,'' ``professional'' and 
``outside sales employees'' from the minimum wage and overtime 
requirements of the Act. The existing regulation was targeted for 
review by the President's Task Force on Regulatory Relief. A final rule 
increasing the salary test criteria was published on 01/13/81 (46 FR 
3010) and was scheduled to become effective on 02/13/81. On 02/12/81 
(46 FR 11972) an indefinite stay of the final rule was published. On 
03/27/81 (46 FR 18998) a proposal to suspend the final rule 
indefinitely was published with comments due by 04/28/81. As a result 
of numerous comments and petitions received from industry groups 
regarding the duties and responsibilities tests as set forth in the 
regulations, as well as recent case law developments, the Department 
concluded that a more comprehensive review of these regulations was 
needed and decided to reopen the comment period and broaden the scope 
of the review to include all aspects of the regulations. An ANPRM was 
published on 11/19/85 and its comment period was (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Indefinite Stay of Final Rule   02/12/81                    46 FR 11972
Proposal To Suspend Rule 
Indefinitely                    03/27/81                    46 FR 18998
ANPRM                           11/19/85                    50 FR 47696
Extension of ANPRM Comment 
Period From 01/2l/86 to 03/22/8601/17/86                     51 FR 2525
ANPRM Comment Period End        03/22/86                     51 FR 2525
ANPRM Second                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: subsequently extended to 03/22/
86. The Department, in its overall review of the full range of issues 
raised by public comments submitted on its advance notice of proposed 
rulemaking of November 19, 1985, continues to consider a variety of 
other possible changes to the regulations.

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA14
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2149. GOVERNMENT CONTRACTORS: CONTRACTOR PARTICIPATION IN TRAINING 
PROGRAMS PURSUANT TO THE JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT (JTPA) (29 USC 
1781)

Significance:
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1781

CFR Citation:  41 CFR 60-1; 41 CFR 60-2

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1, 1983.

Abstract: Section 481 of the Job Training Partnership Act of 1982 
(JTPA) requires OFCCP to issue regulations which will specify the 
degree to which contractors' participation in JTPA approved training 
programs will satisfy their affirmative action obligations under 
Executive Order 11246, as amended. Among the issues to be determined 
are: (1) the extent to which a contractor's participation in an 
approved training program satisfies its affirmative action obligations; 
(2) the contents of an abbreviated affirmative action program; (3) 
methods for determining compliance; and (4) recordkeeping and reporting 
requirements.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State

Additional Information: Issuance of a proposal has been delayed while 
the Department explores and evaluates the most effective ways to 
implement the JTPA consistent with OFCCP's nondiscrimination and 
affirmative action requirements. (Previously part of RIN 1215-AA01)

Agency Contact: Annie A. Blackwell, Director, Division of Policy, 
Planning and Program Development, OFCCP, Department of Labor, 
Employment Standards Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room 
C3325, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-9430

RIN: 1215-AA56
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2150. STANDARDS FOR WAIVERS UNDER SECTION 503 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT

Significance:
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 706; 29 USC 793, as amended by PL 99-506; PL 
100-630; PL 100-259; PL 101-336; PL 102-569; EO 11758

CFR Citation:  41 CFR 60-741

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OFCCP is planning to issue regulations that will set forth 
standards for waivers (from provisions of Section 503 of the 
Rehabilitation Act) sought by federal contractors for facilities that 
they deem totally separate from and not involved in government contract 
work. OFCCP is required to issue these regulations by the 1992 
Rehabilitation Act amendments.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Annie A. Blackwell, Director, Division of Policy, 
Planning and Program Development, OFCCP, Department of Labor, 
Employment Standards Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room 
C3325, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-9430

RIN: 1215-AA84
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2151. WAGE PAYMENTS UNDER THE FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT OF 1938

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  29 USC 203(m); 29 USC 203(t)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 531

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Labor Department intends to revise regulations, 29 CFR 
Part 531, Wage Payments under the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, to 
comport with amendments to the Act and changes in enforcement policy 
since the regulations were last revised in 1967.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA32
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2152. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION AND NONDISCRIMINATION OBLIGATIONS OF CONTRACTORS 
AND SUBCONTRACTORS FOR SPECIAL DISABLED VETERANS AND VETERANS OF THE 
VIETNAM ERA

Significance:
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  38 USC 4211; 38 USC 4212; PL 93-508 Amended; PL 94-
502; PL 95-520; PL 96-466; PL 101-237; EO 11758; PL 97-306; PL 98-223; 
PL 102-16; PL 102-127; PL 102-484

CFR Citation:  41 CFR 60-250

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OFCCP is planning to revise its regulations implementing 38 
USC 4212 (formerly 2012) of the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment 
Assistance Act of 1974 to: (1) make its provisions for special disabled 
veterans consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 
(ADA), (2) incorporate some legislative and other changes that have 
occurred, and (3) generally clarify 38 USC 4212 Affirmative Action 
Program (AAP) requirements.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Annie A. Blackwell, Director, Division of Policy, 
Planning and Program Development, OFCCP, Department of Labor, 
Employment Standards Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room 
C3325, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-9430

RIN: 1215-AA62
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2153. LABOR STANDARDS FOR FEDERAL SERVICE CONTRACTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  41 USC 351 et seq; 79 Stat 1034, as amended in 86 
Stat. 789; 90 Stat 2358; 41 USC 38; 41 USC 39; 5 USC 301

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 4

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Service Contract Act (SCA) applies to Federal contracts 
principally for the furnishing of services through the use of service 
employees and, on contracts over $2,500 where the predecessor contract 
was not subject to a collective bargaining agreement, requires the 
Department of Labor to determine prevailing wages and fringe benefits 
in the locality to be paid to various classifications of workers on the 
contract. Prevailing wage determinations issued by the Department, 
which become part of the Federal contract, establish the minimum 
compensation for employees performing on that contract. The Service 
Employees International Union (SEIU) sued DOL in March 1991 over DOL's 
practice, since 1976, of issuing two nationwide rates for health and 
welfare fringe benefits, and for not periodically updating fringe 
benefit levels. The District Court remanded the case to DOL for 
exhaustion of administrative remedies, which led to the DOL's Board of 
Service Contract Appeals decision that remanded the case to the Wage 
Hour Division to consider alternative methods to implement the statute. 
If proposed regulations are required to resolve this litigation, a 
notice of (cont)

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: proposed rulemaking would invite 
comment on alternatives for updating SCA fringe benefits.

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA78
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2154. PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING DISCRIMINATION COMPLAINTS UNDER FEDERAL 
``WHISTLEBLOWER'' PROTECTION STATUTES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 5851; PL 102-486 sec 2902, 106 Stat 2776

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 24

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Energy Policy Act of 1992, Public Law 102-486, was 
enacted on October 24, 1992. Among other provisions, this law amended 
the employee protection provisions for nuclear whistleblowers under 
former Section 210 of the ERA. The amendments affect only ERA 
whistleblower complaints and do not extend to the procedures 
established in 29 CFR Part 24 for handling employee whistleblower 
complaints under the Federal statutory employee protection provisions 
other than the ERA. The legislative amendments to ERA apply to 
whistleblower claims filed under section 211(b)(1) of the ERA as 
amended (42 USC section 5851(b)(1)) on or after October 24, 1992, the 
date of enactment of section 2902 of the Energy Policy Act of 1992 
(section 2902, Public Law 102-486; 106 Stat. 2776). The Department 
proposes to establish modified procedures and time frames for handling 
ERA complaints under 29 CFR Part 24 to implement the statutory 
amendments.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/16/94                    59 FR 12506
NPRM Comment Period End         05/16/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA83
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2155.  CHILD LABOR REGULATIONS, ORDERS, AND STATEMENTS OF 
INTERPRETATION (SPORTS ATTENDANTS)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 203(l); 29 USC 212

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 570

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 3(1) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), 29 USC 
203(1) provides that the Secretary of Labor shall provide by regulation 
or by order for permissible periods and conditions of employment of 14- 
and 15-year olds in occupations other than manufacturing and mining if 
and to the extent such employment is confined to periods and to 
conditions which will not interfere with their schooling, health or 
well-being (see Child Labor Regulation No. 3, 29 CFR 570, Subpart C). 
The Department intends to propose revisions of the hours and time of 
day standards for 14- and 15-year olds to enable their participation in 
certain kinds of professional sports activities as sports attendants 
(e.g., bat and ball boys/girls, etc.).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA89
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2156.  ATTESTATIONS BY EMPLOYERS USING ALIEN CREWMEMBERS FOR 
LONGSHORE ACTIVITIES IN U.S. PORTS

Legal Authority:  8 USC 1288(c); PL 103-198, Sec 8; PL 103-206, Sec 323

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 506

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under the 1990 Amendments to the Immigration and Nationality 
Act (INA), DOL is responsible for implementing Section 258 of INA, 
which establishes certain requirements for, and places certain 
limitations on, foreign crewmembers performing longshore work in U.S. 
ports. These regulations govern the filing and enforcement of 
attestations by employers seeking to use foreign crewmembers, which are 
filed with DOL in order to be allowed by the Immigration and 
Naturalization Service to use these crewmembers to perform specified 
longshore activities. ETA administers the attestation process, while 
complaints and investigations regarding the attestations are handled by 
ESA. In two separate enactments (PL 103-198 (107 Stat. 2304) and PL 
103-206 (107 Stat. 2419)), Congress recently enacted exceptions to the 
limitations on performance of longshore work by foreign crewmembers in 
the State of Alaska. The Department intends to promulgate rules as 
necessary to implement the statutory exception.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA90
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2157. ENFORCEMENT OF CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS FOR TEMPORARY ALIEN 
AGRICULTURAL WORKERS ADMITTED UNDER SECTION 216 OF THE IMMIGRATION AND 
NATIONALITY ACT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 99-603

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 501

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, June 1, 1987.

Abstract: The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 contains 
certain labor standards requirements for foreign agricultural workers 
employed under the H-2A foreign agricultural worker program, as well as 
for U.S. workers hired by employers who utilize foreign agricultural 
workers. The standards relate to pay, working conditions, housing, 
transportation and recruitment. The Employment Standards Administration 
issued an interim final rule on June 1, 1987 (53 FR 20524) that 
incorporates the labor standards issued by the Employment and Training 
Administration (ETA) and sets forth procedures for enforcement of these 
labor standards.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/05/87                    52 FR 16795
NPRM Comment Period End         05/19/87                    52 FR 16795
Interim Final Rule              06/01/87                    52 FR 20524
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm S3502, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA43
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2158. ATTESTATIONS BY EMPLOYERS FOR OFF-CAMPUS WORK AUTHORIZATION FOR 
ALIEN STUDENTS (F-1 NONIMMIGRANTS)

Legal Authority:  PL 101-649, Sec 221(a); 104 Stat 4978 and 5027; PL 
102-232

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 508

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1, 1991.

Abstract: This rule implements regulations governing the filing and 
enforcement of attestations by employers seeking to use aliens admitted 
as students on F-1 visas (hereafter F-1 student) in off-campus work. 
Under the Immigration and Nationality Act (INA), as amended by the 
Immigration Act of 1990, employers are required to submit these 
attestations to DOL and the educational institution in order for such 
students, if otherwise qualified, to receive work authorizations from 
the Attorney General. The attestation process will be administered by 
ETA, while complaints and investigations regarding violations of the 
attestation provisions and procedures will be handled by ESA. The 
statutory authority for this program expires on September 30, 1994.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/06/91                    56 FR 56860
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA68
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2159. LABOR CONDITION APPLICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYERS USING 
ALIENS ON H-1B VISAS IN SPECIALTY OCCUPATIONS AND AS FASHION MODELS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  PL 101-649, Sec 205; PL 102-232

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 507

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, October 1, 1991.

Abstract: The Employment Standards Administration (ESA) and the 
Employment and Training Administration (ETA) promulgated regulations 
governing the filing and enforcement of labor condition applications 
filed by employers seeking to use aliens in specialty occupations on H-
1B visas. Under the Immigration and Nationality Act as amended by the 
Immigration Act of 1990, an employer seeking to employ an alien in a 
specialty occupation on an H-1B visa is required to file with the 
Department of Labor, and receive approval therefor, a labor condition 
application before the Immigration and Naturalization Service may 
approve an H-1B visa petition. The labor condition application process 
is to be administered by ETA and complaints and investigations 
regarding labor condition applications will be the responsibility of 
ESA. An interim final rule was published on October 22, 1991, effective 
October 1, 1991 (56 FR 54750). On December 12, 1991, Congress enacted 
the Miscellaneous and Technical Immigration and Naturalization 
Amendments of 1991. On January 13, 1992, the Department published 
conforming changes to these regulations. A new NPRM was published on 
October 6, 1993 (58 FR 52152).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/05/91                    56 FR 37175
NPRM Comment Period End         09/04/91                    56 FR 37175
Interim Final Rule              10/22/91                    56 FR 54720
Second Interim Final Rule       01/13/92                     57 FR 1316
Second NPRM                     10/06/93                    58 FR 52152
Second NPRM Comment Period End  11/05/93                    58 FR 52152
Final Action                    07/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA69
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2160. AFFIRMATIVE ACTION AND NONDISCRIMINATION OBLIGATIONS OF CONTRACTORS 
AND SUBCONTRACTORS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 706; 29 USC 793; PL 99-506 Amended; PL 100-
630; PL 100-259; PL 101-336; EO 11758; PL 102-569

CFR Citation:  41 CFR 60-741

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OFCCP is planning to revise its regulations implementing 
Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: (1) to make them 
consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, (2) to incorporate 
legislative and other changes that have occurred, and (3) to generally 
clarify Section 503 Affirmative Action Program requirements. Costs are 
undetermined. These revisions should greatly assist the public, and 
employers in particular, by providing a comprehensive set of up-to-date 
regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/21/92                    57 FR 48084
NPRM Comment Period End         11/20/92
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Annie A. Blackwell, Director, Division of Policy, 
Planning and Program Development, OFCCP, Department of Labor, 
Employment Standards Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room 
C3325, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-9430

RIN: 1215-AA76
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2161. APPLICATION OF THE FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT TO DOMESTIC SERVICE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  Section 13(a)(15), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), 
as amended; Section 13(b)(21), FLSA, as amended; 29 USC 213(a)(15); 29 
USC 213(b)(21) 88 Stat. 62; Section 29(b), FLSA of 1974; PL 93-259 88 
Stat.76

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 552

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 13(a)(15) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) 
provides an exemption from minimum wage and overtime compensation for 
domestic service employees engaged in providing companionship services. 
Section 13(b)(21) of the FLSA provides an exemption from overtime 
compensation for live-in domestic service employees. The Department 
intends to revise section 552.109 of regulations, 29 CFR Part 552, 
Application of the Fair Labor Standards Act to Domestic Service, to 
clarify that these exemptions are applicable to third-party employers 
or temporary help agencies only where the domestic service worker is 
jointly employed by the third-party employer or temporary help agency 
and the family or household using their services.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/30/93                    58 FR 69310
NPRM Comment Period End         02/28/94
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA82
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2162. THE FAMILY AND MEDICAL LEAVE ACT OF 1993

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  PL 103-3 107 Stat 6

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 825

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, June 5, 1993.
Other deadline is for interim final rule.

Abstract: Public Law 103-3, the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993, 
which became effective on August 5, 1993, requires employers with 50 or 
more employees to provide up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for ``eligible 
employees'' to use for the care of a newborn or newly adopted child, 
for the care of a family member with a serious medical condition, or 
for their own illness. It also requires employers to maintain health 
insurance coverage and job protection for the duration of the leave, 
and sets minimum length of service and hours of work requirements 
before employees become eligible. The Department of Labor issued 
interim final regulations to implement Title I of the Act as it applies 
to private sector and certain governmental employers on June 4, 1993, 
and will issue final regulations after evaluation of public comments 
received and a period of experience with the new law after it becomes 
effective. OPM will issue regulations to implement similar provisions 
of the Act which have application to Federal sector employees within 
its jurisdiction.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/10/93                    58 FR 13394
NPRM Comment Period End         03/31/93
Interim Final Rule              06/04/93                    58 FR 31794
Interim Final Rule Comment 
Period Ends 9/2/93              06/04/93                    58 FR 31794
Extension of Interim Final Rule 
Comment Period from 9/2/93 to 
12/3/93                         08/30/93                    58 FR 45433
Final Action                    08/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA85
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
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2163.  DAVIS-BACON ``HELPERS''

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes

Legal Authority:  40 USC 276a to 276a-7; PL 103-112, Sec 104

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 5; 29 CFR 1.7(d)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 104 of the DOL Appropriations Act of 1994, PL 103-
112, signed into law on October 21, 1993, prohibits DOL from expending 
funds to implement or administer its Davis-Bacon ``helper'' regulations 
codified at 29 CFR Sections 1.7(d), 5.2(n)(4), and 5.5(a)(1)(ii). DOL 
suspended the helper regulations for all Davis-Bacon-covered contracts 
entered into on or after October 21, 1993 (see 58 FR 58954; November 5, 
1993). The conference report accompanying the appropriations measure 
states that the conferees took this action on a one-time basis and that 
it prohibits DOL from implementing, during FY 1994 only, the Davis-
Bacon helper regulations. The suspension notice stated that the helper 
rules were suspended until DOL publishes a subsequent Federal Register 
notice announcing that the prohibition on implementation has been 
lifted.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA91
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
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2164. ENFORCEMENT OF CONTRACTUAL OBLIGATIONS BETWEEN HEALTH CARE 
FACILITIES AUTHORIZED TO UTILIZE TEMPORARY NONIMMIGRANT ALIEN NURSES

Legal Authority:  PL 101-238; 8 USC 1182(m); PL 102-232

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 504

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, August 1, 1990.

Abstract: The Immigration Nursing Relief Act of 1989, PL 101-238, 
amends Section 212 of the Immigration and Nationality Act to add a new 
subsection (m) governing the admission to the United States of 
nonimmigrant nurses during a 5-year period. The law requires employers 
(health care facilities) interested in hiring temporary alien nurses in 
the future to file an attestation with the Department of Labor, which 
must include certain assurances as to the need for and effect of the 
alien's employment, wage rates to be paid, steps being taken to recruit 
and retain non-alien nurses, that no strike or lockout exists in a 
labor dispute, and that certain notifications and posting of notices 
have occurred. The Department is also required to establish a system 
for investigating and resolving complaints that the employer is not 
carrying out these attestations, and is authorized to impose 
administrative remedies, including civil monetary penalties, as deemed 
appropriate. The Employment and Training Administration of the 
Department developed regulations governing the (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/06/90                    55 FR 27992
NPRM Comment Period End         08/06/90                    55 FR 30720
Interim Final Rule              12/06/90                    55 FR 50500
Final Action                    01/06/94                      59 FR 874
Final Action Effective          02/07/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: attestation process for health 
care facilities seeking to employ nonimmigrant nurses. The Employment 
Standards Administration will administer the enforcement provisions in 
the legislation by implementing regulations that incorporate the labor 
standards/attestations issued by ETA and set forth procedures for 
enforcement of these labor standards. Proposed rules were published on 
7/6/90. Interim final regulations were published on 12/6/90 (55 FR 
50500). On December 12, 1991, Congress enacted the Miscellaneous and 
Technical Immigration and Naturalization Amendments of 1991. The 
Department published a final rule on 1/6/94 (59 FR 874).

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA55
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
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2165. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS AMENDMENTS OF 1989 AS APPLIED TO PUERTO RICO

Legal Authority:  PL 101-157; 29 USC 206(c)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 510

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Fair Labor Standards Amendments of 1989 were enacted on 
November 17, 1989. Among other provisions, the amendments provide that 
the increases in the Fair Labor Standards Act minimum wage applicable 
to the United States mainland will be phased in by industry for workers 
in Puerto Rico, with all employees becoming subject to the full 
mainland minimum wage level by April 1, 1996. Interim Final Rules were 
published on 03/30/90, and amended on September 27, 1990 (55 FR 39574), 
October 1, 1990 (55 FR 39958), December 27, 1990 (55 FR 53246) and 
January 10, 1992 (57 FR 1102).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              03/30/90                    55 FR 12114
Interim Final Rule Effective 
Date                            04/01/90                    55 FR 12114
Interim Final Rule Amendment    09/27/90                    55 FR 39574
Interim Final Rule Amendment    10/01/90                    55 FR 39958
Interim Final Rule Amendment    12/27/90                    55 FR 53246
Regulatory Impact Analysis      01/08/92                      57 FR 611
Interim Final Rule Amendment    01/10/92                     57 FR 1102
Withdrawn                       02/28/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA57
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2166. DEFINING THE TERMS ``CONSTRUCTION'' AND ``REPAIRS'' UNDER THE 
DAVIS-BACON AND RELATED ACTS

Legal Authority:  40 USC 276a-7; 40 USC 276c; 40 USC 327 to 332; 
Reorganization Plan No. 14 of 1950, 5 USC appendix; 5 USC 301; 29 USC 
259; Statutes listed in 5.1(a) of 29 CFR 5

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 5

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department intends to amend the regulations defining the 
terms ``construction,'' ``prosecution,'' ``completion,'' and ``repair'' 
on federally financed and assisted construction contracts subject to 
the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts. This revision is necessary to reflect 
the decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia 
Circuit in Building and Construction Trades Department, AFL-CIO v. 
United States Department of Labor, Wage Appeals Board, Midway 
Excavators, Inc., 932 F.2d 985 (DC Cir. 1991). In that decision, the 
court invalidated the provisions in section 29 CFR 5.2(j) of the 
regulations that apply the act to employees of construction contractors 
and subcontractors who haul materials and supplies to the site of a 
Davis-Bacon covered project.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/04/92                    57 FR 19208
Interim Final Rule              05/04/92                    57 FR 19204
NPRM Comment Period End         07/06/92                    57 FR 19208
Withdrawn                       02/28/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Maria Echaveste, Administrator, Wage and Hour Division, 
Department of Labor, Employment Standards Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3502, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8305

RIN: 1215-AA71
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment Standards Administration (ESA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2167. SUBMISSION OF BILLS FOR MEDICAL SERVICES UNDER THE FEDERAL 
EMPLOYEES' COMPENSATION ACT (FECA)

Legal Authority:  5 USC 8101 et seq

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 10.411

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The FEC medical fee schedule which was implemented in 1986, 
used as the basis for the relative value assignments those published by 
the State of Washington. Since the development of the FECA schedule, 
the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Care Finance 
Administration (HCFA) has devised relative value units (RVU), which are 
in turn being adopted, with modifications, by the State of Washington. 
Since the HCFA RVUs now exist, FEC will use those in its fee schedule 
determinations, along with other changes in the formulation.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/24/93                    58 FR 62063
NPRM Comment Period End         01/25/94
Final Action                    02/23/94                     59 FR 8529
Final Action Effective          04/25/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas M. Markey, Director, Office of Federal 
Employees' Compensation, Department of Labor, Employment Standards 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room S3229, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-7552

RIN: 1215-AA88
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2168. SERVICES TO MIGRANT AND SEASONAL FARMWORKERS, JOB SERVICE COMPLAINT 
SYSTEM, MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT

Legal Authority:  29 USC 49k

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 653; 20 CFR 658; 20 CFR 651

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: ETA is reviewing services to migrant and seasonal farmworkers 
under the Wagner-Peyser Act as a result of amendments to Wagner-Peyser 
under Title V of the Job Training Partnership Act. It is anticipated 
that an ANPRM will be published and subsequent rulemaking may result.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Alicia Fernandez-Mott, National Monitor Advocate, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Ave. NW., Rm N4470, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-9092

RIN: 1205-AA37
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2169. LABOR CERTIFICATION PROCESS FOR THE PERMANENT EMPLOYMENT OF ALIENS 
IN THE UNITED STATES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  INA 212(a)(5)(A)

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 656

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Before the Department of State (DOS) and the Immigration and 
Naturalization Service (INS) may issue visas and admit certain 
immigrant aliens to work permanently in the United States, the 
Secretary of Labor pursuant to Section 212(a)(5)(A) of the Immigration 
and Naturalization Act (INA) must certify to the Secretary of State and 
to the Attorney General that: (a) There are not sufficient United 
States workers who are able, willing, qualified and available at the 
time of the application for a visa and admission into the United States 
and at the place where the alien is to perform work; and (b) the 
employment of the alien will not adversely affect the wages and working 
conditions of similarly employed U.S. workers (8 USC 1182(a)(5)(A). The 
Department of Labor (DOL) has promulgated regulations at 20 CFR Part 
656 pursuant to and to implement section 212(a)(5)(A) INA 
212(a)(5)(A)). These regulations set forth the fact finding process 
designed to support the granting or denial of a permanent labor 
certification. Experience in (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/00/94
NPRM                            03/00/95
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: administering the regulations to 
the certification of immigrant aliens for permanent employment in the 
United States indicates that a number of changes should be made to 
these regulations to make labor certification process more efficient 
and clarify ambiguities in the present regulations.

Agency Contact: Robert A. Schaerfl, Director, U.S. Employment Service, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4470, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-5257

RIN: 1205-AA66
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2170.  DISASTER UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM, AMENDMENT TO 
REGULATIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1302; 42 USC 5177; EO 12673

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 625

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Experience in several recent disasters has highlighted the 
complexity and time-consuming nature of the monetary benefit provisions 
of the current regulations and brought into question other provisions 
of the current regulations which are perceived to be unduly restrictive 
and/or result in perceived inequities in some disaster situations. 
These issues will be addressed in two stages. First, an interim final 
rule will be published with a 30-day comment period to simplify the 
monetary benefit provisions. This rule will eliminate cumbersome 
individual and agency administrative provisions, remove inconsistencies 
in the establishment of Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) weekly 
amounts, and simplify the formula to establish DUA weekly amounts so as 
to benefit disaster impacted individuals. Second, an ANPRM with a 30-
day comment period will outline the other provisions of 20 CFR Part 625 
that have come into question and solicit public comment and suggestions 
relative to these provisions and any other provisions for review and 
potential revision in a future NPRM.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/00/94
Interim Final Rule Monetary 
Provisions                      05/00/94
NPRM                            12/00/94
Final Monetary Provisions       02/00/95
Final Action                    08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Robert Gillham, Chief, Federal Programs Group, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5312

RIN: 1205-AB02
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2171.  LABOR CERTIFICATION PROCESS FOR CERTAIN H-2B TEMPORARY 
WORKERS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  8 USC 1101(a)(15)(H)(ii)(b); 8 USC 1184(c)

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 655, subpart A

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: An increase has been observed in the number of applications 
filed on behalf of temporary nonagricultural workers to be employed in 
occupations that are characterized by such factors as relatively low 
wages, limited benefits, poor working conditions and high turnovers. 
These occupations are similar in nature to the occupations certified 
under the temporary agricultural program (H-2A). Consequently, the 
Department is considering promulgating a rule that would establish 
protections, e.g., housing standards similar to those in the 
regulations governing the certification of agricultural employment at 
20 CFR 655, Subpart B.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/00/94
NPRM                            08/00/95
Final Action                    05/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Robert A. Schaerfl, Director, U.S. Employment Service, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4470, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-5257

RIN: 1205-AB04
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2172. AIRLINE DEREGULATION: EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PROGRAM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  49 USC 1552

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 618

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations are being developed to implement the 
monetary provisions contained in Sec. 43 of the Airline Deregulation 
Act of 1978. The Act requires the Secretary of Labor to specify the 
percentage of prior salary which an ``eligible protected employee'' 
would receive as a benefit payment under the Act. An eligible protected 
employee is a person who has had at least 4 years of employment with a 
certificated air carrier as of October 24, 1978 and who loses his or 
her job during the ten years following such date in a bankruptcy or 
major employment contraction if and only if the Department of 
Transportation determines that the principal causes of such job loss 
was deregulation. On May 17, 1984 the U.S. District Court for the 
District of Columbia held that Section 43 of the Airline Deregulation 
Act was unconstitutional. On July 16, 1985, the U.S. Court of Appeals 
decided that the employee protection provisions of Section 43 were 
severable from the legislative veto provisions. The U.S. Supreme Court 
ruled on March 25, 1987 that the legislative veto provisions were 
unconstitutional but the first right-to-hire provisions were 
constitutional, therefore, rulemaking can proceed on the (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94
NPRM Comment Period End         12/00/94
Final Action                    07/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: In 1991 the DOT determined there 
were no job losses due to deregulation. In September 1993, the U.S. 
District Court for the District of Columbia ordered the DOT to develop 
broader guidelines to apply to the air carriers, which may result in a 
finding of job losses due to deregulation. Therefore, rulemaking is 
proceeding on the monetary provisions of the employee protection 
provisions.

Agency Contact: Sandra T. King, Chief, Division of Program Development 
and Implementation, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Rm C4514, FP Bldg., 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5309

RIN: 1205-AA07
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2173. SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICE EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM

Significance:
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 301 Older Americans Act of 1965; PL 102-375

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 641; 29 CFR 89

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed regulation will implement the Older Americans 
Act Amendments of 1984, 1987, and 1992, and make clarifying changes. 
This regulation will provide administrative and programmatic guidance 
and requirements for the implementation of the Senior Community Service 
Employment Service.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/19/85                    50 FR 29606
NPRM Comment Period End         08/27/85                    50 FR 34725
NPRM Second                     04/00/94
Final Action                    05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Paul A. Mayrand, Director, Office of Special Targeted 
Programs, Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 
200 Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N4641, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-5500

RIN: 1205-AA29
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2174. JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT: INDIAN AND NATIVE AMERICAN PROGRAMS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  Title IV, sec 401 of the JTPA

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 632; 20 CFR 636

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of title IV, section 401 of the Job Training 
Partnership Act to provide job training and employment activities to 
Indians and other Native Americans, such programs shall be administered 
in such a manner as to maximize the Federal commitment to support 
growth and development as determined by representatives for the 
communities and groups served by this section, including furtherance of 
the policy of Indian Self-Determination.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/95
Final Action                    11/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Tribal

Agency Contact: Paul A. Mayrand, Director, Office of Special Targeted 
Program, Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 
200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4641, FP Building, Washington, DC 
20210, 202 219-5500

RIN: 1205-AA96
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2175. JOB CORPS ALLOWANCES AND ALLOTMENTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1579(a)

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 638

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Job Corps is devising a new pay and allotment system which 
will provide students with enough money to meet their basic needs, 
while adding greater incentives than are available in the current 
system to encourage retention, performance, program completion and 
length of enrollment. Payroll will be conducted biweekly versus the 
current twice monthly procedures.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94
Final Action                    10/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Mary H. Silva, Chief, Division of Program Management 
and Review, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4656, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-6568

RIN: 1205-AA98
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2176. JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT: MIGRANT AND SEASONAL FARMWORKER 
PROGRAMS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  Title IV, sec 402 of the JTPA

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 633; 20 CFR 636

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: It is the purpose of title IV, section 402, of the Job 
Training Partnership Act to provide job training, employment 
opportunities, and other services for those individuals who suffer 
chronic seasonal unemployment and underemployment in the agriculture 
industry. These conditions have been substantially aggravated by 
continual advancements in technology and mechanization, resulting in 
displacement, and contribute significantly to the Nation's rural 
employment problem. This problem is Federal is scope. No alternative 
solutions are under consideration at this time. Benefits include fuller 
rural employment. Over $70 million is appropriated annually by Congress 
for this program. This rule would implement changes made by the 1992 
amendments to JTPA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
Final Action                    09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Paul A. Mayrand, Office of Special Targeted Programs, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4641, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-5500

RIN: 1205-AA99
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2177. FEDERAL-STATE UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION PROGRAM; UNEMPLOYMENT 
INSURANCE REVENUE QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1302

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 602

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulation will provide explicit authority for the 
Revenue Quality Control (RQC) program to assess the quality of State 
unemployment compensation tax program operations, including the extent 
to which employers comply with the laws regarding the reporting and 
payment of unemployment insurance taxes (contributions) due. The 
alternatives considered were to implement the program under existing 
nonregulatory authority or to allow the States to develop such programs 
voluntarily. The costs of the program is the one or two staff years per 
State needed to conduct the RQC assessments, plus some time to program 
new data items. The benefits are more effective and efficient tax 
operations and better service to the system's customers, in this case 
the employer community. These benefits accrue as better performance 
information is developed for both States and Federal staff, leading to 
improved operations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95
Final Action                    06/00/96

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Burman Skrable, Operations Research Analyst, Department 
of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 Constitution 
Avenue NW., Room S4015, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5220

RIN: 1205-AB00
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2178.  TRADE ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE--UNIFORM INTERPRETATION AND 
ENFORCEMENT (LOPEZ PROVISIONS)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  19 USC 2320

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 617.52

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: State agencies serve as agents of the United States for 
administering the benefit and service provisions of the TAA program. 
Because of identified needs to revise present processes at Section 
617.52 for dealing with State agency determinations, redeterminations 
or decisions on appeal, the Department is proposing substantial 
changes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marvin M. Fooks, Director, Office of Trade Adjustment 
Assistance, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room C4318, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5555

RIN: 1205-AB06
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2179.  TRADE ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE FOR WORKERS TRANSITIONAL 
ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE NAFTA-TAA

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  PL 103-182 Title V

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 617

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, January 1, 1995.
Final regulation to be issued to the maximum extent feasible by 1/1/95.

Abstract: Title V of the North American Free Trade Agreement 
Implementation Act (PL 103-182) amends Chapter 2 of Title II of the 
Trade Act of 1974 by adding a new Transitional Adjustment Assistance 
Program (NAFTA-TAA) for workers who lose their jobs because of 
increased imports from or a shift or production to Mexico and Canada. 
Most of the provisions of Title V are in the form of amendments to 
Chapter 2, Title II, of the Trade Act. While some of the provisions are 
not in the form of amendments to the Trade Act, they nonetheless must 
be given effect in implementing the NAFTA-TAA program.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marvin M. Fooks, Director, Office of Trade Adjustment 
Assistance, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room C4318, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5555

RIN: 1205-AB07
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2180.  AMENDMENTS TO THE LABOR CERTIFICATION PROCESS FOR 
TEMPORARY AGRICULTURAL EMPLOYMENT IN THE UNITED STATES (H-2A)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  8 USC 1101(a)(H)(ii)(a); 8 USC 1184(c)

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 655 subpart B

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Based on six years of experience with the current 
regulations, the Department has concluded that they should be amended 
to clarify a number of regulatory provisions to simplify the 
administration of the program, and to provide additional protection to 
U.S. workers.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/00/94
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Flora Richardson, Director, Division of Foreign Labor 
Certification, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4456, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-4369

RIN: 1205-AB09
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2181. PERMANENT LABOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM: PILOT LABOR MARKET 
INFORMATION PROVISIONS

Legal Authority:  PL 101-649

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 656

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, October 1, 1991. Final, Statutory, 
April 1, 1992. Other, Statutory, September 30, 1994.
The law becomes effective on October 1, 1991, and is effective until 
September 30, 1994.

Abstract: This rule is necessary to implement section 122 of Public Law 
101-649, the Immigration Act of 1990. This section requires the 
Secretary of Labor to establish a pilot which provides for a 
determination of labor shortages or surpluses in up to 10 occupational 
classifications. The occupation may then be used in lieu of an 
individual, case-by-case labor certification. The pilot program is 
effective during the 3-fiscal year period beginning with FY 92.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/19/93                    58 FR 15242
NPRM Comment Period End         04/19/93


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: LEGAL DEADLINE CONT: A final rule may never be 
published if the immigration technical corrections bill passed by the 
Senate on July 1 or 2, 1993, is enacted.

Agency Contact: Robert A. Schaerfl, Director, U.S. Employment Service, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4470, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-5257

RIN: 1205-AA87
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2182. APPLICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS FOR EMPLOYERS USING ALIENS IN 
SPECIALTY OCCUPATIONS AND AS FASHION MODELS (H-1B)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  PL 101-649, Sec 205; PL 102-232

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 655; 29 CFR 507

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, October 1, 1991.
Other deadline is for interim final rule.

Abstract: This rule is necessary to implement certain revisions to the 
nonimmigrant H-1B visa category made by Public Law 101-649. The law 
provides that no alien may be admitted or provided status under this 
category unless the petitioning employer attests to the Secretary of 
Labor that the employer is offering prevailing wages and working 
conditions and that there is not a strike or lockout in the course of a 
labor dispute in the occupational classification at the place of 
employment. The law also directs the employer to notify the bargaining 
representative at the place of employment of the filing of an H-1B 
petition. If there is no bargaining representative, the employer must 
post a notice in conspicuous locations at the place of employment. The 
law provides a procedure for any aggrieved person or organization to 
challenge the employer's attestation.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/05/91                    56 FR 37175
NPRM Comment Period End         09/04/91                    56 FR 37175
Interim Final Rule              01/13/92                     57 FR 1316
Second NPRM                     10/06/93                    58 FR 52152
Second NPRM Comment Period End  11/05/93                    58 FR 52152
Final Action                    07/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Robert A. Schaerfl, Director, U.S. Employment Service, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4470, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-5257

RIN: 1205-AA89
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2183. IMPLEMENTATION OF CLEAN AIR ACT AMENDMENTS TO TITLE III OF THE JOB 
TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT (JTPA)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1579(a); 29 USC 1662e(i)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, May 14, 1991.

Abstract: Regulatory action is necessary to provide specific 
requirements and guidelines for programs designed to assist workers 
dislocated as a consequence of compliance with the Clean Air Act of 
1990 (S. 1630). Under the Act, grants may be made to States, certain 
substate grantees, employers, employer associations and representatives 
of employees -- to provide training, adjustment assistance and 
employment services to eligible individuals, and to make needs-related 
payments to such individuals in accordance with the requirements of the 
Act. These provisions are being promulgated to implement the amendment 
to the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) enacted as part of the Clean 
Air Act which added a new Section 326 to Title III of JTPA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/24/92                    57 FR 10232
NPRM Comment Period End         04/23/92
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Eric Johnson, Office of Worker Retraining and 
Adjustment Programs, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N5426, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5577

RIN: 1205-AA92
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2184. JOB TRAINING REFORM AMENDMENTS OF 1992

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1501 et seq

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 626; 20 CFR 627; 20 CFR 628; 20 CFR 629; 20 CFR 
630

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, December 18, 1992.

Abstract: The amendments focus on improving the targeting of programs 
to those facing serious barriers to employment, enhancing the quality 
of services provided, strengthening fiscal and program accountability, 
and promoting and coordinating programs and resources to more 
effectively provide job training and placement to the disadvantaged. 
The amendments were signed into law by the President on Monday, 
September 7, 1992.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/10/92                    57 FR 41447
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/25/92                    57 FR 41447
Interim Final Rule              12/29/92                    57 FR 62004
Final Action                    05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Hugh S. Davies, Director, Office of Employment and 
Training Programs, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4703, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5580

RIN: 1205-AA95
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2185.  ATTESTATIONS BY EMPLOYERS USING ALIEN CREWMEMBERS FOR 
LONGSHORE ACTIVITIES IN U.S. PORTS, THE ALASKA EXCEPTION

Legal Authority:  PL 103-98, sec 8; PL 103-206, sec 323

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 655 subparts F and G; 29 CFR 506 subparts F and G

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This proposed rule is necessary because of amendments to 
section 258 of the Immigration and Nationality Act. Section 258 
establishes a general prohibition on the prohibition of longshore work 
by alien crewmen. The amendment of section 258 establishes an ``Alaska 
exception'' whereby employees in Alaska would be permitted to use an 
alien crewmen after: (1) requesting a dispatch of U.S. longshoremen 
from qualified stevedoring companies and private dock operators; and 
(2) determining that U.S. longshore workers are not available in 
sufficient numbers from those resources in response to a request for 
dispatch.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              09/00/94
Final Action                    03/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Robert A. Schaerfl, Director, U.S. Employment Service, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4470, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-5257

RIN: 1205-AB03
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2186.  TRADE ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE FOR WORKERS--IMPLEMENTATION OF 
1988 AMENDMENTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  19 USC 2320

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 617

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The final rule implementing the 1988 Amendments to the TAA 
program was published in the Federal Register on January 6, 1994. 
Although published as final, comments are requested on several material 
changes being made in the final rule which differ from the November 
1988 proposed rule and on a number of other changes which were not 
included in the proposed rule. Another final rule will be published 
relating to these substantive changes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marvin M. Fooks, Director, Office of Trade Adjustment 
Assistance, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room C4318, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5555

RIN: 1205-AB05
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2187.  TRADE ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE--ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  19 USC 2320

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 617.60

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A final rule implementing the 1988 Amendments to the TAA 
program was published in the Federal Register on January 6, 1994 with 
Section 617.60 reserved for use when revised TAA Administrative 
requirements are completed. A new Section 617.60 was included in the 
proposed rule published on November 30, 1988 for comment. No comments 
were received but it was determined that further work was required to 
bring the TAA Administrative requirements into full conformity with the 
other regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marvin M. Fooks, Director, Office of Trade Adjustment 
Assistance, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room C4318, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5555

RIN: 1205-AB08
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2188. JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT: JOB CORPS PROGRAM UNDER TITLE IV-B

Legal Authority:  Job Training Reform Amendments of 1992

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 626; 20 CFR 638

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation amends 20 CFR parts 626 and 638, Job Corps 
Regulations under Title IV-B of the Job Training Partnership Act 
(JTPA). These amendments are required so that the Job Corps regulations 
will conform to the Job Training Reform Amendments of 1992 
(Amendments). Amending its regulations enables Job Corps to implement 
related portions of the Amendments, which become effective July 1, 
1993. It should be noted that no major changes in Job Corps policy or 
program content/design are necessitated by the Amendments. The proposed 
rulemaking involves changes in (1) language related to income 
eligibility, (2) definition of ``family'' and ``family of one,'' (3) 
language defining eligibility for Job Corps through receipt of food 
stamps, (4) provision for a portion of the total Job Corps enrollment 
to come from persons who are age 22 through 24, and (5) establishment 
of annual performance standards for centers and other program 
components. There are no associated costs with these changes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/14/93                    53 FR 33000
NPRM Comment Period End         07/14/93                    53 FR 33000
Final Action                    12/29/93                    58 FR 69098
Final Action Effective          01/28/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Timothy F. Sullivan, Chief, Division of Program 
Planning and Development, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4507, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5556

RIN: 1205-AA54
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2189. ADVANCES UNDER TITLE XII, SSA, AND TAX CREDIT UNDER FUTA

Legal Authority:  26 USC 7805; 42 USC 1302

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 606

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Since 1981, Congress has enacted major changes in the Federal 
Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) and Social Security Act (SSA) with respect 
to advances to States for the payment of unemployment insurance and the 
repayment of such advances and interest thereon. Promulgation of 
comprehensive regulations is being undertaken in two phases. The 
proposed rule will replace instructions contained in several 
Unemployment Insurance Program Letters approved under OMB No. 1205-0199 
expiring September 30, 1996. This action represents the second phase, 
governing States receiving and voluntarily repaying advances to their 
unemployment funds and paying interest on such advances. The final rule 
for the first phase, governing relief from automatic repayment and 
interest charges, was published in the Federal Register on September 
26, 1988 (RIN 1205-AA14).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/22/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sandra T. King, Chief, Division of Program Development 
and Implementation, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room C4514, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5309

RIN: 1205-AA65
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2190. TRADE ADJUSTMENT ASSISTANCE FOR WORKERS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  19 USC 2320

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 617

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations implement the Amendments to the trade 
adjustment assistance provisions of the Trade Act of 1974 in Pub. L. 
100-418 by expanding the eligibility for TAA to workers in the oil and 
natural gas industry engaged in exploration and drilling; requiring a 
written notice to workers believed to be covered by a certification 
issued by the Department and the publication of a notice of 
certification in a newspaper of general circulation; making 
participation in training a condition for receiving trade readjustment 
allowances; authorizing the waiver of training for a worker when 
training is not feasible or appropriate; authorizing the payment of TRA 
to a worker during breaks in training that do not exceed 14 days; 
basing TAA benefits on the worker's most recent separation rather than 
first qualifying separation as previously applied; extending the 
authorization of the TAA program to September 30, 1993; and making 
other changes.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/30/88                    53 FR 48474
NPRM Comment Period End         12/30/88                    53 FR 48474
Final Action                    01/06/94                      59 FR 906
Final Action Effective          02/07/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Marvin Fooks, Director, Office of Trade Adjustment 
Assistance, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room C4318, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5555

RIN: 1205-AA72
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2191. FEDERAL-STATE UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION PROGRAM; CONFIDENTIALITY 
AND DISCLOSURE OF STATE RECORDS

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1302

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 603

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Employment and Training Administration proposes to make 
rules regarding the disclosure of unemployment insurance wage and claim 
information by State agencies.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/23/92                    57 FR 10064
NPRM Comment Period End         05/22/92
Withdrawn                       02/22/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Virginia Chupp, Unemployment Insurance Program 
Specialist, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room C4512, FP Bldg., 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5200

RIN: 1205-AA74
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2192. LABOR STANDARDS FOR THE REGISTRATION OF APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS 
(REVISION)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 50 The National Apprenticeship Act; 40 USC 
276; 5 USC 3301

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 29 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: ETA has undertaken a review of the Apprenticeship system to 
determine the role of apprenticeship in meeting America's future needs 
for a skilled work force. The Apprenticeship 2000 review, through 
research, review of existing materials and related programs, is 
considering alternative ways to strengthen and expand apprenticeship 
and related training programs. Existing regulations governing 
apprenticeship programs may be revised to: 1) improve the existing 
program's ability to produce skilled workers to meet demands in the 
industries where it is now prevalent; and 2) expand the apprenticeship 
concept of training to fill the needs for skilled workers in additional 
industries.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/24/90                    55 FR 34868
NPRM Comment Period End         10/23/90                    55 FR 34868
Withdrawn                       02/04/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Anthony Swoope, Director, Bureau of Apprenticeship and 
Training, Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 
200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4649, FP Building, Washington, DC 
20210, 202 219-5921

RIN: 1205-AA77
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2193. ATTESTATION PROCESS FOR HEALTH CARE FACILITIES SEEKING TO EMPLOY 
NONIMMIGRANT NURSES

Legal Authority:  8 USC 1101, Sec 212 of Immigration and Nationality 
Act

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 655, subpart D; 20 CFR 655, subpart E; 29 CFR 
504, subpart D; 29 CFR 504, subpart E

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, August 1, 1990.

Abstract: This regulation implements section 212(m) of the Immigration 
and Nationality Act governing the admission to the United States of 
nonimmigrant nurses during a five year period.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/06/90                    55 FR 27992
NPRM Comment Period End         08/06/90                    55 FR 30720
Interim Final Rule              12/06/90                    55 FR 50500
Final Action                    01/06/94                      59 FR 874
Final Action Effective          02/07/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert A. Schaerfl, Director, U.S. Employment Service, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N4470, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-5257

RIN: 1205-AA84
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2194. DEFENSE CONVERSION ADJUSTMENT PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  PL 100-418

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 631

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Enactment of the Defense Authorization Act of 1990 added a 
new section 325 to Title III of the Job Training Partnership Act (JTPA) 
creating the Defense Conversion Adjustment Program (DCA). DCA is 
designed to assist workers dislocated as a result of reductions in 
expenditures for national defense. Programs resulting from this new 
section will differ in feature and substance from existing programs in 
such a way as to require regulatory action.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/04/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert N. Colombo, Director, Office of Worker 
Retraining and Adjustment Programs, Department of Labor, Employment and 
Training Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N5426, FP 
Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5577

RIN: 1205-AA85
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2195. PERMANENT LABOR CERTIFICATION PROGRAM: AMENDMENTS TO REGULATIONS AT 
20 CFR PART 656

Legal Authority:  8 USC 1182(a)(5)(A); PL 101-649, Sec 122(b)

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 656

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Employment and Training Administration proposes to amend 
its regulations relating to the certification of permanent employment 
of immigrant aliens in the U.S. The amendments implement the 
Immigration Act of 1990 and its amendments to the Immigration and 
Nationality Act.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/15/91                    56 FR 32244
NPRM Comment Period End         08/14/91                    56 FR 32244
Interim Final Rule              10/23/91                    56 FR 54920
Withdrawn                       02/04/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert A. Schaerfl, Director, U.S. Employment Service, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4470, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5257

RIN: 1205-AA86
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2196. OFF-CAMPUS WORK AUTHORIZATION FOR FOREIGN STUDENTS: ATTESTATION 
PROCESS

Legal Authority:  PL 101-649

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 655; 29 CFR 508

Legal Deadline:  Other, Statutory, October 1, 1991.
Other deadline is for interim final rule.

Abstract: This rule is necessary to implement section 221 of the 
Immigration Act of 1990, Public Law 101-649, which regards off-campus 
work authorization for students under the F-1 visa. In order to employ 
an F-1 student, the employer must provide the Secretary of Labor with 
an attestation that it has recruited for at least 60 days for the 
position, and that it will pay the greater of the prevailing or actual 
wage. The Secretary also has enforcement responsibility under this new 
law.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              11/06/91                    56 FR 56860
Withdrawn                       02/04/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Robert A. Schaerfl, Director, U.S. Employment Service, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4470, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 210-5257

RIN: 1205-AA88
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2197. EXTENDED BENEFITS IN THE FEDERAL-STATE UNEMPLOYMENT COMPENSATION 
PROGRAM

Legal Authority:  PL 102-318

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 615

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The regulations incorporate statutory amendments to the 
permanent Federal-State Extended Benefits Program contained in the 
Unemployment Compensation Amendments of 1992.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn - Anticipate Major 
Legislative Changes             02/04/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sandra T. King, Chief, Division of Program Development, 
Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room C4514, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-5309

RIN: 1205-AA97
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Employment and Training Administration (ETA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2198. UNEMPLOYMENT FUND CASH MANAGEMENT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  42 USC 1302; 26 USC 7805

CFR Citation:  31 CFR 205

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: These regulations will provide the basis for a comprehensive 
unemployment fund cash management program. There are no current DOL 
regulations covering cash management. Treasury regulations covering the 
Cash Management Improvement Act of 1990 (CMIA) covers only the 
withdrawal and disbursement of funds. The DOL regulations will address 
the collection and deposit of unemployment funds and requisite program 
areas, e.g., investment of funds to complement CMIA regulations

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/17/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Sandra T. King, Chief, Division of Program Management 
and Implementation, Department of Labor, Employment and Training 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room C4524, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-5309

RIN: 1205-AB01
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration (PWBA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2199. QUALIFIED DOMESTIC RELATIONS ORDERS UNDER THE RETIREMENT EQUITY ACT

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1056(d)(3)(L); 29 USC 1135

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 2530

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation would clarify the application of the 
qualified domestic relations order provisions of section 206(d)(3) of 
ERISA and related provisions contained in section 414(p) of the 
Internal Revenue Code which were added by the Retirement Equity Act of 
1984.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/21/93                    58 FR 54444
Extension of Comment Period     01/12/94                     58 FR 1692
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/18/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: PWBA is considering the publication of proposed 
regulations under section 206(d)(3) of ERISA and related provisions 
contained in section 414(p) of the Internal Revenue Code which would 
clarify the statutory requirements pertaining to Qualified Domestic 
Relations Orders (QDROs). Under amendments effected by the Retirement 
Equity Act of 1984 (REA) to the anti-assignment and alienation 
provisions of ERISA and the Code, benefits under a pension plan may be 
assigned or alienated pursuant to a domestic relations order only if 
the order constitutes a QDRO. This Request for Information is intended 
to facilitate early public participation in the development of 
regulations, in the event that regulations are proposed.

Agency Contact: Deborah Hobbs, Pension Law Specialist, Department of 
Labor, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, 200 Constitution 
Ave. NW., Rm N5669, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-7901

RIN: 1210-AA19
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration (PWBA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2200. APPLICATION OF ERISA FIDUCIARY STANDARDS TO THE SELECTION OF 
ANNUITY PROVIDERS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1135

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 2509

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Pension plans often purchase annuity contracts for 
participants in connection with the termination of a plan, or as 
participants retire or separate from service with vested benefits. 
Generally, the plan fiduciary intends to transfer liability for 
benefits promised under the plan to the annuity provider. This document 
explains the Department of Labor's view of the legal standard imposed 
by section 404(a)(1)(A) and (B) of the Employee Retirement Income 
Security Act of 1974 (ERISA) on a plan fiduciary's selection of an 
annuity provider. Under this standard, plan fiduciaries choosing to 
purchase annuities have a duty to select the safest available annuity 
provider, unless under the circumstances it would be in the best 
interests of participants and beneficiaries to do otherwise.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/21/91                    56 FR 28638
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/19/91                    56 FR 36750
Interpretive Bulletin           05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: William W. Taylor, Counsel for Regulation, PBSD, 
Department of Labor, Office of the Secretary, 200 Constitution Avenue 
NW., Room N4611, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-9141

RIN: 1210-AA39
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration (PWBA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2201. DISCLOSURE OF PLAN INFORMATION TO PARTICIPANTS AND BENEFICIARIES 
UNDER THE EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT INCOME SECURITY ACT OF 1974

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1135; 29 USC 1029; 29 USC 1143; 29 USC 1021; 
29 USC 1022; 29 USC 1024; 29 USC 1025; 29 USC 1059

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 2520

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Department believes it is appropriate to undertake a 
comprehensive review of the current disclosure requirements to ensure 
that participants and beneficiaries are provided meaningful information 
and that such requirements take into account technological developments 
that result in more effective and timely communication of benefit and 
plan information. In this regard, the Department intends, as an initial 
step in this review, to solicit comments, recommendations and 
information from the public concerning the current disclosure 
requirements and changes thereto, taking into account the experience of 
the past 19 years and changes in communication techniques and types of 
plans. The public input received in response to this solicitation 
should enable the Department to review the current disclosure framework 
and to develop meaningful proposals for changes based on up-to-date 
information concerning current plan practices.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/27/93                    58 FR 68339
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/25/94


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Katherine Lewis, Pension Law Specialist, Department of 
Labor, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, 200 Constitution 
Avenue NW., Room N5669, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-7901

RIN: 1210-AA44
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration (PWBA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2202.  IN-KIND CONTRIBUTIONS TO PENSION PLANS

Significance:
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  Not yet determined

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interpretive bulletin clarifies the views of the 
Department of Labor on issues relating to the decision of the U.S. 
Supreme Court in Comm. of Internal Revenue vs. Keystone Consolidated 
Industries (133 S. Ct. 2006, 1993). The decision involved the question 
of whether contributions of unencumbered real properties to a tax-
qualified pension plan are prohibited under ERISA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interpretive Bulletin           04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Mark Greenstein, Supervisory Pension Law Specialist, 
Department of Labor, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N5669, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8671

RIN: 1210-AA45
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration (PWBA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2203.  APPLICATION OF FIDUCIARY STANDARDS TO PROXY VOTING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1135

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interpretive bulletin sets forth the Department of 
Labor's view of the legal standards imposed by certain provisions of 
ERISA on the proxy voting responsibilities of employee benefit plan 
fiduciaries. Under these standards, the voting of proxies is a 
fiduciary act of plan asset management. The bulletin clarifies that the 
named fiduciary who appoints an investment manager may, consistent with 
the statutory provisions, issue written statements of investment 
policy, including guidelines as to the voting or proxies by the 
investment manager.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interpretive Bulletin           06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: William W. Taylor, Counsel for Regulation, PBSD, 
Department of Labor, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4611, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-9141

RIN: 1210-AA46
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration (PWBA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2204.  APPLICATION OF FIDUCIARY STANDARDS TO INVESTMENTS IN 
``ECONOMICALLY TARGETED INVESTMENTS''

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1135

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This interpretive bulletin will clarify the Department of 
Labor's position regarding the application of the fiduciary provisions 
of ERISA to a plan's decision to invest in an economically targeted 
investment (ETI). ETIs are investments which are selected for the 
economic benefits they confer on persons other than plans, apart from 
their investment return to the investing plan.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interpretive Bulletin           05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: S. John Ryan, Pension Law Specialist, Department of 
Labor, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, 200 Constitution 
Avenue NW., Room N5669, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-8671

RIN: 1210-AA47
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration (PWBA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2205. ADEQUATE CONSIDERATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1002(3)(18); 29 USC 1135

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 2510

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation would provide guidance as to what constitutes 
adequate consideration under section 3(18) of ERISA for assets other 
than securities for which there is a generally recognized market.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/17/88                    53 FR 17632
NPRM Comment Period End         07/18/88
NPRM Second                     03/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Paul Manning, Staff Attorney, Plan Benefits Security 
Division, Department of Labor, Pension and Welfare Benefits 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N4611, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-9592

RIN: 1210-AA15
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration (PWBA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2206. TRUST-REPORTING EXEMPTIONS

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1103; 29 USC 1135

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 2550.403b-1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 403(a) of ERISA requires that all assets of an 
employee benefit plan be held in trust by one or more trustees pursuant 
to a written trust instrument, except as otherwise provided in section 
403(b). This regulation would provide guidance with respect to 
circumstances under which participant monies paid to or withheld by 
employers in connection with certain welfare plans may not be subject 
to the trust requirement of section 403(a).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: David Lurie, Pension Law Specialist, Department of 
Labor, Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration, 200 Constitution 
Ave. NW., Rm N5669, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-7901

RIN: 1210-AA16
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Pension and Welfare Benefits Administration (PWBA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2207. CIVIL PENALTIES UNDER ERISA SECTION 502(L)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1132

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 2570.80 (Procedural); 29 CFR 2560.502(l)-l 
(Substantive)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 502(l) of ERISA requires the Secretary of Labor to 
assess a civil penalty against a fiduciary who breaches a fiduciary 
duty under, or commits a violation of, part 4 of Title I of ERISA, or 
any other person who knowingly participates in such breach or 
violation. The Department has published an interim rule setting forth 
the procedures for the assessment of penalties under ERISA section 
502(l) and for petitioning the Secretary to exercise his or her 
discretion to waive or reduce the mandated assessment, as well as a 
proposed rule that defines the following pivotal terms contained in 
section 502(1): ``applicable recovery amount,'' ``breach of fiduciary 
responsibility or violation,'' and ``settlement agreement'' or ``court 
order.'' The Department intends to finalize these two regulations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/20/90                    55 FR 25284
Interim Final Rule              06/20/90                    55 FR 25284
NPRM Comment Period End         08/20/90                    55 FR 25284
Final Action                    01/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Vicki Shteir-Dunn, Staff Attorney, Plan Benefits 
Security Division, Department of Labor, Pension and Welfare Benefits 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4611, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-9141

RIN: 1210-AA37
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Office of the American Workplace (OAW)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2208.  ELECTION OF OFFICERS OF LABOR ORGANIZATIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  29 USC 481; 29 USC 482

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 452.38

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: An ANPRM will be issued soliciting comments concerning how 
the Department's regulation on the reasonableness of a union's meeting 
attendance requirement for union officer candidacy can be amended to 
conform to the decision of the D.C. Circuit in Doyle v. Brock, 821 F.2d 
788 (1987). 29 CFR 452.38 currently provides that the reasonableness of 
a union rule requiring candidates to have attended a specified number 
of membership meetings during the period immediately preceding the 
election must be gauged in the light of all the circumstances of the 
particular case, including the impact of the rule (i.e., the number of 
percentage or members disqualified by its application). In Doyle, the 
court found that the Secretary was arbitrary and capricious in not 
bringing litigation against a local in connection with its meeting 
attendance requirement that disqualified 97% of the membership. The 
court found that the impact of the rule was sufficient to make it 
unreasonable without regard to any other circumstances.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kay H. Oshel, Chief, Division of Interpretations and 
Standards, Department of Labor, Office of the American Workplace, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N5605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7373

RIN: 1294-AA09
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the American Workplace (OAW)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2209.  PROCEDURE FOR REMOVAL OF LOCAL LABOR ORGANIZATION OFFICERS

Legal Authority:  29 USC 481(h)(i); 29 USC 482

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 417.16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: 29 CFR 417, subpart B currently provides a procedure for a 
member of a local labor organization to file a complaint with the 
Secretary of Labor if the member believes that the local has failed to 
follow otherwise adequate officer removal procedures in its 
constitution and bylaws to remove an elected officer guilty of serious 
misconduct. However, the court in Donovan v. Hotel, Motel & Restaurant 
Employees, 700 F.2d 539 (9th Cir. 1983), found that the Secretary lacks 
statutory authority to bring a civil action against a union for failure 
to follow removal procedures whose adequacy has not been challenged. 
Therefore, the Department proposes that the language in 29 CFR 417.16 
which purports to give the Secretary such authority be deleted as void 
for lack of statutory authority.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kay H. Oshel, Chief, Division of Interpretations and 
Standards, Department of Labor, Office of the American Workplace, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N5605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 210-7373

RIN: 1294-AA10
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Office of the American Workplace (OAW)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2210.  TECHNICAL AMENDMENT OF RULES RELATING TO LABOR MANAGEMENT 
STANDARDS AND STANDARDS OF CONDUCT FOR FEDERAL SECTOR LABOR ORGANIZATIONS

Legal Authority:  29 USC 401 to 531; 5 USC 7120; 22 USC 4117

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 401 to 459

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation will make technical amendments needed as a 
result of Secretary's Order No. 2-93 which made the Office of Labor 
Management Standards an entity within the newly established Office of 
the American Workplace.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Action                    05/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Kay H. Oshel, Chief, Division of Interpretations and 
Standards, Department of Labor, Office of the American Workplace, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N5605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7373

RIN: 1294-AA11
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Office of the American Workplace (OAW)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2211. LABOR ORGANIZATION ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORTS AND ABBREVIATED ANNUAL 
FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR SMALL LABOR ORGANIZATIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  29 USC 431; 29 USC 438; 5 USC 7120(d); 22 USC 4117(d)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 402; 29 CFR 403; 29 CFR 458

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act of 1959, as 
amended (LMRDA), requires covered labor organizations to file annual 
financial reports with the Department of Labor. On October 30, 1992, 
final rules were published in the Federal Register which revised the 
detailed annual financial reports (Form LM-2 or LM-3) and issued a new 
abbreviated annual financial report (Form LM-4). This revision proposes 
to reevaluate and modify the October 30, 1992 revisions because of 
problems encountered by labor organizations and the Department in 
connection with efforts to implement the revised reporting forms.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/23/93                    58 FR 49672
NPRM Comment Period End         10/25/93                    58 FR 49672
Final Action                    12/21/93                    58 FR 67504
Final Action Effective          12/31/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This regulation was formerly 1215-AA86.

Agency Contact: Kay Oshel, Chief, Division of Interpretations and 
Standards, Department of Labor, Office of the American Workplace, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N5605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7373

RIN: 1294-AA08
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2212.  SINGLE-SHIFT SAMPLING NOTICE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811; 20 USC 842(f)

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 79; 30 CFR 71; 30 CFR 90

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MSHA has issued a notice for comment announcing the Agency's 
intent to issue citations based on single, full-shift measurements of 
coal mine dust concentrations. This notice was published concurrently 
with a joint proposed finding of the Secretaries of Labor and Health 
and Human Services that the average concentration of respirable dust to 
which each miner is exposed can be measured accurately over a single 
shift. This joint finding would also rescind their earlier joint 
finding published in July 1971 and affirmed in February 1972. MSHA 
believes that enforcement based on single, full-shift samples will 
enhance mine operators' compliance with the requirement to maintain the 
average concentration of respirable dust in the mine atmosphere during 
each shift where miners work or travel at or below the applicable 
standard.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Close of Comment Period on 
Notice 4/19/94                  02/18/94                     59 FR 8356
Notice: Coal Mine Respirable 
Dust Standard Noncompliance 
Determinations                  02/18/94                     59 FR 8356
Issuance of Final Notice        09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA82
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2213. UNDERGROUND COAL MINE VENTILATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 75

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MSHA published a final rule revising safety standards for 
ventilation of underground coal mines on May 15, 1992. On November 13, 
1992, MSHA stayed sections 75.313 and 75.344(a)(1) until: July 1, 1993, 
and on June 7, 1993, further extended the stay until July 1, 1994. 
November 16, 1992, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit 
issued an order staying the application of section 75.321(a). MSHA 
plans to repropose revisions to these provisions to address the 
concerns expressed in the litigation. Further, as a result of 
discussions with the mining community, the Agency will be considering 
other provisions of the 1992 final rule for reproposal. On December 30, 
1993, MSHA published a notice proposing to extend the stay of sections 
75.313 and 75.344(a)(1) until completion of a rulemaking involving 
these and other standards. The major parties currently involved in 
litigation on this rulemaking concur with the proposed extension. MSHA 
is proceeding to final rulemaking on the stay extension.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Extension of Administrative Stay 
Until July 1, 1994              06/07/93                    58 FR 31908
Extension of Effectiveness Until 
July 1, 1994                    06/23/93                    59 FR 33996
Extension of Administrative Stay 
with Request for Comments       12/30/93                    58 FR 69312
Proposal to Extend 
Administrative Stay             12/30/93                    58 FR 69312
NPRM                            05/00/95
Interim Final Rule              08/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA11
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2214. NOISE STANDARD

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 56; 30 CFR 57; 30 CFR 70; 30 CFR 71

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Hearing impairment is a serious occupational hazard in the 
mining industry. Many miners are consistently exposed to noise levels 
that are near maximum levels currently permitted by MSHA. As a result, 
miners may be suffering hearing impairment, notwithstanding existing 
MSHA noise standards. MSHA is developing a proposed rule which would 
establish noise standards to apply to all mining.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/04/89                    54 FR 50209
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/22/90                     55 FR 6011
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA53
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2215. CONFINED SPACES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 56; 30 CFR 57; 30 CFR 70; 30 CFR 71; 30 CFR 75; 
30 CFR 77

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In mining operations, the majority of the fatalities 
associated with confined spaces occur in storage bins, hoppers, tanks, 
and stockpiles. The primary hazards to miners occur from being trapped 
by shifting piles of loose materials, falling into materials, and being 
struck by overhanging materials. Many toxic substances and physical 
hazards encountered in mining are identical to those confined space 
hazards that exist in general industry for which OSHA issued a final 
rule on January 14, 1993 (58 FR 4462).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           12/30/91                    56 FR 67364
ANPRM Comment Period End        05/01/92                     57 FR 8102
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA54
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2216. WATERLINES IN BELT CONVEYOR ENTRIES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 75, subpart L

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MSHA currently requires waterlines to be installed along all 
belt conveyors in underground coal mines. Potential firefighting 
problems exist whenever air used to ventilate belt conveyor entries 
moves in an outby direction. Waterlines located in these entries are 
susceptible to severe damage caused by the spread of fire to the outby 
areas where the water is needed to fight the fire. Heat from the fire 
could melt or otherwise damage the waterline, necessitating the 
installation of a separate waterline around the fire, delaying the 
firefighting effort. MSHA is evaluating the need to revise this 
regulation so that waterlines are located to effectively fight all 
fires, regardless of the direction of air flow.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA70
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2217. CARBON MONOXIDE MONITOR APPROVAL

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 957

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 12

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The use of carbon monoxide monitoring systems in underground 
coal mines can be effective in monitoring mine atmospheres to detect 
fires in the early stages of development. If mine operators depend on 
these systems for early fire detection, minimum performance criteria 
are necessary to ensure proper performance. MSHA intends to propose 
approval requirements for these systems for use in underground coal 
mines.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA72
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2218. FIREFIGHTING AND ESCAPE AND EVACUATION PROGRAM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 75.1101-23

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Currently MSHA requires each operator of an underground coal 
mine to adopt a program for mine evacuation in the event of an 
emergency, such as fire or explosion. However, the existing standard 
does not directly address heat sensing and carbon monoxide detection 
systems and the actions to be taken when such systems activate an 
alarm. In addition, regular review and update of firefighting and 
evacuation plans is not required by the existing standard. This 
rulemaking would address these issues.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA73
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2219. DIESEL PARTICULATE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MSHA does not have regulations that specifically address the 
health hazards associated with the particulate in the exhaust emitted 
by diesel-powered equipment in underground mines. In July 1990, the 
National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health issued an 
exploratory risk assessment for diesel particulate based on an animal 
study. The Agency is in the early stages of examining the 
appropriateness of developing a permissible exposure limit to control 
miners' exposure to diesel particulate. In January 1992, MSHA issued an 
advance notice of proposed rulemaking in which the Agency requested 
public comments on a series of issues relating to health effects, 
methods of monitoring to measure exposure, duration and frequency of 
exposure, and technological and economic feasibility. MSHA is 
continuing to review its available data and studies on the use of 
diesel equipment and the particulate emissions from diesel equipment.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           01/06/92                      57 FR 500
Extension of Comment Period to 
7/10/92                         03/05/92                     57 FR 7906
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/10/92                     57 FR 7906
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA74
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2220. BELT ENTRY VENTILATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811; 30 USC 957; 5 USC app II (FACA)

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 75.350

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In November 1992 a Secretarial Advisory Committee issued 
recommendations concerning the conditions under which air coursed 
through the belt entry could be safely used in the face areas of 
underground coal mines. advisory committee consensus recommendations 
included: (1) the conditions under which belt haulage entries could be 
safely used as intake air courses to ventilate working places; (2) 
minimum velocities in conveyor belt haulageways; and (3) ventilation of 
escapeways. MSHA is reviewing the recommendations to determine the most 
appropriate regulatory response.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Belt Entry Report               08/25/89                    54 FR 35356
Notice of Establishment of 
Advisory Committee              06/12/91                    56 FR 27034
Notice of Renewal of Charter    12/10/91                    56 FR 64526
Notice of Availability of Report12/02/92                    57 FR 57078
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: A public hearing was held in April 1990.

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA76
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2221. TRAINING (INCLUDING CONTRACTORS AND SUPERVISORS)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811; 30 USC 825

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In September 1991, MSHA proposed to revise the definition of 
``experienced miner'' and strengthen the training requirements for 
experienced miners by adding course requirements. Also, MSHA proposed 
to delete the supervisory personnel exemption from the training 
requirements. MSHA received many comments in response to its proposed 
rule requesting that MSHA address such issues as the appropriate 
training for different types of mining, the need for training of 
contractors, training for construction workers, and other suggested 
training changes. MSHA is reviewing what changes in the training 
regulations would be appropriate to improve their effectiveness.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA77
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2222. EXAMINATIONS OF SURFACE WORK AREAS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 77.1713

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under 30 CFR 77.1713 coal mine operators are required to 
conduct examinations of each active working area of surface mines and 
active surface installations during each shift. Any hazardous 
conditions detected must be entered into a report of such examination 
along with a description of corrective actions taken. The Agency has 
interpreted this standard to exclude surface work areas of underground 
mines. The possibilities for hazards associated with such areas are 
numerous. The majority of the injuries and fatalities are a result of 
hazardous conditions not detected and corrected. This rulemaking would 
revise the standard to apply the on-shift examination requirement to 
surface areas of underground mines. By conducting an on-shift 
examination of hazardous conditions in these areas, the mine operator 
will better assure the detection and correction of hazardous conditions 
and, thus a reduction in accidents.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94
Interim Final Rule              02/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA78
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2223. DECERTIFICATION OF CERTIFIED AND QUALIFIED PERSONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 957; 30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 70; 30 CFR 71; 30 CFR 75; 30 CFR 77; 30 CFR 90; 
30 CFR 48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MSHA has several existing provisions that require the 
certification or qualification of individuals to perform certain tasks 
at mines. However, the Agency has no formal procedures for revoking a 
person's certification or qualification when evidence indicates that 
the individual does not adhere to required regulatory procedures. The 
Agency intends to develop generic procedures for decertification of 
individuals who no longer meet the requirements to be certified or 
qualified, or who have failed to comply with the law in their role as a 
certified or qualified person.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA79
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2224. RESPIRABLE COAL DUST REVISIONS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 70; 30 CFR 71; 30 CFR 75; 30 CFR 90

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In May 1991, the Secretary of Labor directed MSHA to conduct 
a thorough review of the program to control respirable coal dust and to 
develop recommendations for how the program could be improved. In June 
1992, an interagency task group made recommendations to the Secretary 
on how to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of the coal dust 
program. This proposed rule will address those recommendations, and 
revise, where appropriate, the existing respirable dust standards.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/95
Interim Final Rule              09/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA81
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2225.  METAL/NONMETAL IMPOUNDMENTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 56; 30 CFR 57

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Water, sediment and slurry impoundments are located 
throughout the country and are in varying states of stability. While 
many of the impoundments used in metal/nonmetal mining and milling 
operations are located in sparsely populated areas, others have been 
built within flood range of homes and well traveled roads. Failure of 
an impoundment might endanger lives, cause property damage, or pollute 
streams. MSHA intends to publish a proposed rule addressing among other 
issues, design and construction standards, impoundment plans, and 
reporting and certification requirements for metal/nonmetal 
impoundments.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA83
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2226.  SAFETY STANDARDS FOR EXPLOSIVES AT METAL AND NONMETAL 
MINES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 56; 30 CFR 57

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed rule would address issues arising from 
litigation involving MSHA's January 1991 final rule (56 FR 2070) on the 
use of explosives at metal and nonmetal mines.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA84
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2227.  RESPIRATOR APPROVAL

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Under the 1977 Mine Act, MSHA and the National Institute for 
Occupational Safety and Health jointly approve respirators for use in 
hazardous atmospheres. NIOSH is engaged in a rulemaking to upgrade 
existing provisions under 42 CFR 84 which would replace 30 CFR 11. 
Under the new regulations, MSHA and NIOSH would continue to jointly 
approve respirators used for mine emergencies and mine rescue.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/00/94
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA85
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2228.  CERTIFICATION OF SUPERVISORS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would provide for Federal certification of 
all supervisors in mining. Currently, under certain circumstances, MSHA 
certifies such individuals for underground coal mines. A Federal 
certification program would ensure that individuals in different states 
meet a minimum, uniform standard of competence for supervising tasks 
essential to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95
Final Action                    08/00/96

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: State

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA86
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2229.  INDEPENDENT LABORATORY TESTING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 7

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rulemaking would allow MSHA to accept testing of certain 
mining equipment performed by independent laboratories instead of MSHA 
if the Agency determines that testing by these laboratories provides at 
least the same assurance of safe construction as MSHA's testing 
standards. This would be consistent with the recommendation of the 
National Performance Review.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA87
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2230.  LEGAL IDENTITY

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 41

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 103(h) of the Mine Act authorizes MSHA to require 
mine operators to provide any information the Agency needs to perform 
its functions under the Act. MSHA needs to revise its existing 
regulations in 30 CFR part 41 to allow better identification and 
tracking of the controlling entities of mines. This process has become 
increasingly difficult with the proliferation of independent 
contractors on mine property.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA88
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2231.  BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 56; 30 CFR 57; 30 CFR 75; 30 CFR 77

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MSHA has identified mine rescue, emergency medical treatment, 
and first aid as activities in mining which pose a high risk of 
exposure of bloodborne infectious diseases. Because most mines are 
distant from professional health care providers, miners often must 
provide more extensive emergency care than general industry employees. 
MSHA will be evaluating personal protection, training, vaccination, 
disposal and other controls necessary to protect persons engaging in 
these high risk activities in mining. In addition, MSHA will consider 
OSHA standards and CDC guidelines in developing standards.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA89
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2232. DIESEL-POWERED EQUIPMENT FOR UNDERGROUND COAL MINES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811; 30 USC 957

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 7; 30 CFR 70; 30 CFR 75

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MSHA currently has no approval, safety, or health regulations 
that specifically address the use of diesel-powered equipment in 
underground coal mines. MSHA has a mining equipment approval program 
which includes evaluation criteria for the use and maintenance of 
approved equipment. However, these existing approval regulations do not 
generally apply to the diesel- powered equipment now being used in 
underground coal mines. In July 1988, an advisory committee convened by 
the Secretary of Labor made recommendations to the Secretary concerning 
safety and health standards for the use of diesel-powered equipment in 
underground coal mines. Based on those recommendation, MSHA published a 
proposed rule that included criteria for the approval of diesel engines 
and other related equipment; addressed exposure limits, monitoring, and 
reporting requirements for certain diesel emissions; and provided 
corresponding safety standards for the use of diesel-powered equipment 
in underground coal mines, including the safe storage and transport of 
diesel fuel and the training of mechanics.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/04/89                    54 FR 40950
NPRM Comment Period End         05/10/91                    56 FR 13404
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA27
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2233. HAZARD COMMUNICATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811; 30 USC 957

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule would provide miners with the means to receive 
necessary information on the hazards of chemicals to which they are 
exposed and the actions necessary to protect them from such hazards. In 
preparation of the rule, MSHA has reviewed OSHA's hazard communication 
standard and information collected by NIOSH, as well as public comments 
received. MSHA's proposed rule pursued a performance-oriented approach 
that allows employees the flexibility to develop programs tailored to 
their particular workplace conditions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           03/30/88                    53 FR 10257
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/31/88
NPRM                            11/02/90                    55 FR 46400
NPRM Comment Period End         01/21/92                    56 FR 48720
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA47
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2234. AIR QUALITY CHEMICAL SUBSTANCES AND RESPIRATORY PROTECTION 
STANDARDS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 56; 30 CFR 57; 30 CFR 58; 30 CFR 70; 30 CFR 71; 
30 CFR 72; 30 CFR 75; 30 CFR 90

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On February 18, 1994, (59 FR 8318), MSHA published a portion 
of this rulemaking as a final rule addressing abrasive blasting and 
drill dust control. The final rule retains existing requirements for 
rock drilling operations at metal and nonmetal mines and establishes 
new requirements for rock drilling operations at surface coal mines and 
surface work areas of underground coal mines. The final rule also 
revises existing requirements for rock drilling operations at 
underground coal mines. In addition, it establishes new specific 
standards for abrasive blasting operations at coal mines and expands 
existing provisions at metal and nonmetal mines. Other issues being 
considered for rulemaking are: permissible exposure limits applicable 
to hazards encountered in metal and nonmetal and coal mines; 
requirements for exposure monitoring; precautions for handling 
restricted-use chemicals; miner observation of monitoring records; 
medical surveillance and transfer of miners required to use respirators 
and miners using certain carcinogens.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/29/89                    54 FR 35760
NPRM Comment Period End         08/30/91                    56 FR 29201
Final Action                    02/18/94                     59 FR 8318
Final Action Effective          04/19/94
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA48
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2235. LONGWALL EQUIPMENT (INCLUDING HIGH-VOLTAGE)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811; 30 USC 957

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 18; 30 CFR 75

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Presently, MSHA standards for underground coal mines preclude 
the use of high-voltage cables within 150 feet of pillar workings. 
Therefore, mine operators have had to petition for site-specific 
variances to use high-voltage longwall equipment. This rulemaking would 
address specific safety requirements for the use of high-voltage 
longwall equipment, including trailing cables, motor, and sheaver 
cables, in addition to the permissibility requirements in 30 CFR Part 
18.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/27/92                    57 FR 39036
Extension of Comment Period to 
11/13/92                        10/23/92                    57 FR 46350
NPRM Comment Period End         10/26/92                    57 FR 39036
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA75
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2236. SAFEGUARD CRITERIA FOR HOISTING AND TRANSPORTATION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 75.1403; 30 CFR 75.1403-1 to 11

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulation is being withdrawn, however, MSHA will 
continue to address the hazards involved through the issuance of site-
specific safeguard notices which have the effect of mandatory 
standards. Legal issues involving this process have been resolved 
subsequent to including this rulemaking in the regulatory agenda.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/11/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA12
_______________________________________________________________________


_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2237. SAFETY STANDARDS FOR EXPLOSIVES AT METAL AND NONMETAL MINES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 56, subpart E; 30 CFR 57, subpart E

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On December 30, 1993 (58 FR 69596) MSHA published a final 
rule revising and clarifying the stayed provisions of MSHA's safety 
standards for explosives at metal and nonmetal mines which were 
promulgated on January 18, 1991 (56 FR 2070). The final rule defined 
``blast site,'' ``magazine,'' and ``storage facility,'' and addressed 
the requirements for storage of packaged blasting agents, the location 
of explosive material storage facilities, vehicles used to transport 
explosives, primer protection, loading and blasting, double trunklines 
and nonelectric initiation systems, hazards of excessive temperatures 
and burning explosive materials.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            10/16/92                    57 FR 47524
Extension of NPRM Comment Period 
to 01/29/93                     11/25/92                    57 FR 55491
NPRM Comment Period End         12/15/92
Extension of NPRM Comment Period 
5/7/93                          03/17/93                    58 FR 14492
Extension of Partial 
Administrative Stay until 12/31/
93                              06/07/93                    58 FR 31908
Final Action                    12/30/93                    58 FR 69596
Final Action Effective          01/31/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA17
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
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2238. EXPERIENCED MINER AND SUPERVISOR TRAINING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 811; 30 USC 825

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 48

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MSHA proposed to amend the definition of ``experienced 
miner'' to mean a miner who has had one year of mining experience and, 
for new miners hired after October 13, 1978, has completed new miner 
training. MSHA proposed to strengthen the training requirements for 
experienced miners by adding course requirements. Also, MSHA proposed 
to delete the supervisory personnel exemption from the training 
requirements. The comments received by MSHA on its September 1991 
proposed rule addressed such issues as the appropriate training for 
different types of mining, the need for training of contractors, 
training for construction workers, and other suggested training 
changes. MSHA reviewed these comments to determine the appropriateness 
of any further changes to the Agency's training regulations. Public 
hearings on the proposed rule were held in July 1992.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/24/91                    56 FR 48376
NPRM Comment Period End         08/24/92                    57 FR 29853
Withdrawn                       03/11/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking is superseded by MSHA's 
proposed rulemaking on Training (including contractors and supervisors) 
discussed elsewhere in this agenda.

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA55
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
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2239. INTRINSICALLY SAFE BATTERY-POWERED DEVICES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 957

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MSHA proposes to revise existing part 18 specifications and 
test requirements for the approval of intrinsically safe battery-
powered devices as a subpart to 30 CFR part 7. Under part 7, testing 
would be done by the applicant or a third party, subject to agency 
requirements and approval. MSHA's review will update the existing 
approval criteria and allow the introduction of new technology, where 
appropriate.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/11/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking is superseded by MSHA's 
proposed rulemaking on Independent Laboratory Testing, discussed 
elsewhere in this agenda.

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA59
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
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2240. APPROVAL OF EXPLOSION-PROOF ENCLOSURES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 957

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 18

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: MSHA proposes to revise existing 30 CFR part 18 
specifications and test requirements for the approval of explosion-
proof enclosures as a subpart to 30 CFR part 7. Under part 7, testing 
would be done by the applicant or a third party subject to agency 
requirements and approval. MSHA's review will update the existing 
approval criteria and allow the introduction of new technology, where 
appropriate.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       03/11/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking is superseded by MSHA's 
proposed rulemaking on Independent Laboratory Testing, discussed 
elsewhere in this agenda.

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA60
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA)
  
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2241. REQUIREMENTS FOR APPROVAL OF FLAME-RESISTANT CONVEYOR BELTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  30 USC 957; 30 USC 811

CFR Citation:  30 CFR 14; 30 CFR 18; 30 CFR 75

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The proposed rule would implement new procedures and 
requirements for testing and approval of flame-resistant conveyor belts 
to be used in underground mines. The proposed revisions would replace 
the existing flame test for acceptance of flame-resistant conveyor 
belts specified in agency regulations. The proposal would also include 
current terminology. Current regulations require that conveyor belts be 
flame resistant in accordance with specifications of the Secretary. 
Conforming amendments to safety standards are proposed as part of this 
rulemaking.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

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NPRM                            12/24/92                    57 FR 61524
Extension of Comment Period to 
3/20/93                         02/11/93                     58 FR 8028
NPRM Comment Period End         02/22/93
Withdrawn                       03/11/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This rulemaking is superseded by MSHA's 
proposed rulemaking on Independent Laboratory Testing discussed 
elsewhere in this agenda.

Agency Contact: Patricia W. Silvey, Director, Office of Standards, 
Regulations and Variances, Department of Labor, Mine Safety and Health 
Administration, 4015 Wilson Boulevard, Room 631, BT3, Arlington, VA 
22203, 703 235-1910

RIN: 1219-AA65
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management 
(OASAM)
  
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2242. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ACQUISITION REGULATIONS

Legal Authority:  5 USC 301; 40 USC 486(c)

CFR Citation:  48 CFR 2900 to 2999

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Revisions to DOLAR reflect changes in the Federal Acquisition 
Regulations and organizational changes within DOL.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Melvin Goldberg, Director, Office of Procurement and 
Grant Policy, Department of Labor, Office of the Assistant Secretary 
for Administration and Management, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room 
S1522, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-9174

RIN: 1291-AA20
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management 
(OASAM)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2243. UNIFORM ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRANTS AND COOPERATIVE 
AGREEMENTS TO STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  OMB Circular A-110

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 97

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On March 11, 1988, a common final rule was published which 
implemented OMB Circular A-102, Administrative Requirements for Grants 
and Cooperative Agreements with State and local governments. OMB and 
DHS have prepared a proposed common rule and revised Circular A-110 to 
conform the grants management requirements for non-governmental 
grantees with government grants. The common rule already published on 
governmental grantees will be amended to incorporate non-governmental 
grants.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/04/88                    53 FR 44710
NPRM Comment Period End         01/03/89
Second NPRM                     05/00/94
Final Action                    09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Additional Information: The Office of Management and Budget published 
in the Federal Register on November 29, 1993, the Final Revision to OMB 
Circular A-110. ``Uniform Administrative Requirements for Grants and 
Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals and Other 
Non-Profit Organizations.'' OMB notes that Federal agencies responsible 
for awarding and administering grants to and other agreements with 
organizations described in this Circular ``shall adopt the language in 
the Circular unless different provisions are required by the Federal 
statute or are approved by OMB.'' Therefore, DAPP-OAI will form a 
committee in January 1994 to implement this Circular. OMB will then 
review agency regulations and implementation of this Circular, and will 
act in an advisory capacity to insure effective and efficient 
implementation.

Agency Contact: Melvin Goldberg, Director, Office of Procurement and 
Grant Policy, Department of Labor, Office of the Assistant Secretary 
for Administration and Management, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Rm 
S1522, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-9174

RIN: 1291-AA15
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management 
(OASAM)
  
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2244. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF AGE IN PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES 
RECEIVING FEDERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  42 USC 6101 et seq Age Discrimination Act of 1975

CFR Citation:  45 CFR 90

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, September 10, 1979.
45 CFR 90 requires publication of the NPRM no later than 90 days after 
publication of government-wide rule, and submission to HHS of final 
rule within 120 days of NPRM.

Abstract: The proposed regulatory action is necessary to comply with 
the Department's statutory and regulatory obligations under the Age 
Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (the ``Act''). The Act and the 
general, government-wide implementing rule issued by the Department of 
Health and Human Services (HHS) (45 CFR 90) require each Federal agency 
providing financial assistance to any program or activity to publish 
proposed regulations implementing the Act no later than 90 days after 
the publication date of the government-wide rule, and to submit final 
agency regulations to HHS no later than 120 days after publication of 
the NPRM. As a practical matter, while DOL has not issued proposed or 
final regulations under the Age Discrimination Act, it has complied 
with its enforcement obligations. Furthermore, discrimination on the 
basis of age is prohibited under Section 167 of the Job Training 
Partnership Act of 1982, and the implementing regulations at 29 CFR 34.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Annabelle T. Lockhart, Director, Directorate of Civil 
Rights, Department of Labor, Office of the Assistant Secretary for 
Administration and Management, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N4123, 
FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-8927

RIN: 1291-AA21
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management 
(OASAM)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2245. NEW RESTRICTIONS ON LOBBYING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  31 USC 1352; PL 101-121, Sec 319; 5 USC 301 
Reorganization Plan No. 6 of 1950

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 93

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This rule is in response to section 319 of Public Law 101-
121. Section 319 generally prohibits recipients of Federal contracts, 
grants, and loans from using appropriated funds for lobbying the 
Executive or Legislative Branches of the Federal Government in 
connection with a specific contract, grant, or loan. Section 319 also 
requires that each person who requests or receives a Federal contract, 
grant, cooperative agreement, loan, or a Federal commitment to insure 
or guarantee a loan, must disclose lobbying.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              02/26/90                     55 FR 6736


Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Melvin Goldberg, Director, Office of Procurement and 
Grant Policy, Department of Labor, Office of the Assistant Secretary 
for Administration and Management, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room 
S1522, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-9174

RIN: 1291-AA18
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2246. RESPIRATORY PROTECTION

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.134; 29 CFR 1915.152; 29 CFR 1918.102; 29 
CFR 1926.103

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The present respiratory protection standards have been in 
place for more than 10 years and do not take into consideration the 
current state-of-the-art for respiratory protection. In addition, the 
general industry standard for respirators contains redundancies and 
includes several advisory provisions which should be eliminated or 
changed. OSHA has reviewed the current standards and intends to propose 
revisions. In developing this proposal, OSHA has been working closely 
with the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) 
and the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA).

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           05/14/82                    47 FR 20803
ANPRM Comment Period End        09/13/82
Public Comment Period on 
Preproposal Draft Ends          11/29/85
NPRM                            11/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Ave. NW., Rm N3718, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-7075

RIN: 1218-AA05
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2247. SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS FOR LONGSHORING (PART 1918) AND 
MARINE TERMINALS (PART 1917)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655 Occupational Safety and Health Act of 
1970; 33 USC 941 Longshore and Harborworkers Compensation Act

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.16; 29 CFR 1918 (Revision); 29 CFR 1917 
(Revision and Corrections)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The purpose of this regulatory action would be to update and 
revise a standard first issued in 1960. The current language in many 
instances addresses the hazards of cargo handling involving methods 
long since abandoned, and fails to address the serious hazards of newer 
methods. Because much of the current standard is out of date, there are 
problems with compliance. These revised requirements will provide both 
employers and employees with a blueprint for effective and safe work 
practices in the cargo handling industry. No alternative other than 
revision is contemplated. The annual cost of the revision is expected 
to be minimal -- less than twenty-five million dollars. In conjunction 
with the above regulatory action, the Marine Terminal Standard, Part 
1917, will be revised to conform with changes made to Part 1918). 
Corrections to Part 1917 will also be made at this time.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  44 Water Transportation

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605 FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA56
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2248. STEEL ERECTION (PART 1926)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655; 40 USC 333

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1926.750 (Revision); 29 CFR 1926.751 (Revision); 
29 CFR 1926.752 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In the December 29, 1992, Federal Register, OSHA announced 
its intention to form a Negotiated Rulemaking Advisory Committee to 
negotiate issues associated with a revision to the existing steel 
erection standard. Four of the primary issues to be negotiated include 
the need to expand the scope and application of the existing standard; 
construction specifications and workplaces; written construction safety 
erection plans; and fall protection. Comments on forming the committee 
and nominations for representation on the committee were due by March 
29, 1993.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Notice of Committee Meeting     06/00/94
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA65
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2249. MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE PROGRAMS FOR EMPLOYEES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 6(b) of the Act requires, where appropriate, 
provisions for medical surveillance in each 6(b) rulemaking for a 
harmful substance. A generic standard for medical surveillance would 
satisfy the requirements of the Act for future standards promulgated 
under paragraph (6)(b) of the Act, thus making available resources to 
deal with substantive issues. OSHA has collected considerable useful 
information as a result of the advance notice of proposed rulemaking 
published on September 27, 1988 (53 FR 37595). OSHA has also consulted 
with the Department of Health and Human Services, and is making full 
use of the expertise within the National Institute for Occupational 
Safety and Health to develop specific criteria to be used to determine 
when and what medical surveillance intervention may be appropriate. 
Medical surveillance requirements in existing standards, such as coke 
ovens will be addressed in this rulemaking.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/27/88                    53 FR 37595
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/27/88
NPRM                            11/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3718, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB00
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2250. EXPOSURE ASSESSMENT PROGRAMS FOR EMPLOYEES EXPOSED TO HAZARDOUS 
CHEMICALS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Section 6(b)(7) of the Act requires, where appropriate, 
provisions for exposure monitoring for substances regulated by OSHA. 
OSHA does not have exposure monitoring provisions in the air 
contaminants standards (29 CFR 1910.1000). A generic standard for 
exposure assessment would satisfy the monitoring requirements of the 
Act, thus enabling the Agency to provide relevant protection for 
workers covered by the air contaminants standard OSHA published an 
Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on September 27, 1988 (53 FR 
37591). OSHA intends to publish a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking by July 
1995.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           09/27/88                    53 FR 37591
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/27/88
NPRM                            08/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3718, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB01
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2251. RECORDING AND REPORTING OCCUPATIONAL INJURIES AND ILLNESSES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 657; 29 USC 673

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1904.1

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Concerns about the reliability and utility of injury and 
illness data have been raised by Congress, OSHA, NIOSH, BLS, the 
National Academy of Sciences, OMB, the General Accounting Office and 
representatives of business and labor. The revision of the regulations, 
forms, and associated interpretive material are being undertaken to 
simplify the injury and illness recordkeeping system. OSHA is currently 
working on this project and has not collected sufficient information to 
determine the effect on paperwork burden. Benefits will include: (1) A 
system that is easier for employers, employees and government personnel 
to use; (2) increased reliability and utility of the records; (3) 
comprehensive records of the injury and illness experience at a given 
site will be available; and (4) employee involvement and awareness in 
safety and health matters will be enhanced.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Sectors Affected:  All

Agency Contact: Stephen A. Newell, Director, Office of Statistics, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3507, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-6463

RIN: 1218-AB24
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2252. ACCREDITATION OF TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE OPERATIONS 
(PART 1910)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); PL 101-549 (November 15, 1990); 5 USC 
552(a); 5 USC 533

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.121, subpart H

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Public Law 99-499 established the criteria under which OSHA 
developed and promulgated 29 CFR 1910.120, Hazardous Waste Operations 
and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER). 29 CFR 1910.120 was published March 
9, 1989, and became effective one year later. Section 126 of Public Law 
99-499 was later revised to require OSHA to also develop a training 
accreditation program for the training programs required in paragraphs 
(e) and (p) of 1910.120. OSHA has been developing that accreditation 
program based upon the initial public record of comments on its 
proposed accreditation program and additional public comments received 
in response to a limited reopening of the public record in 1992. The 
limited reopening of the public record allowed additional public 
comment on an effectiveness of training study conducted by OSHA. OSHA 
continues to develop and refine the regulatory text for the final rule 
as well as consideration of concurrently issuing a proposal to address 
accreditation of emergency response training (paragraph (q) of 
1910.120). In addition non-mandatory guidelines are being developed for 
the Hazardous Waste Operations Rule 1910.120) to further address 
minimum training criteria. (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/26/90                     55 FR 2776
NPRM Comment Period End         04/26/90                     55 FR 2776
NPRM Emergency response training 
accreditation paragraph q       12/00/94
FINAL Paragraphs e and p        12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: We are also developing the 
logistics necessary for receiving and accrediting the large number of 
training programs expected to be submitted to the Agency for 
accreditation.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Bldg, Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB27
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2253. CONTROL OF HAZARDOUS ENERGY (LOCKOUT/TAGOUT)--CONSTRUCTION (PART 
1926)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1926

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Hazards at construction sites resulting from the absence of 
effective lockout/tagout procedures to control hazardous energy appear 
to be caused by several factors, all associated with the nature of the 
construction industry. These factors basically relate to such 
considerations as the types of machines and equipment found in 
construction; the makeup of the industry in which employment is 
relatively ``short term,'' lasting only as long as the length of the 
current project; the presence of multiple employers having different 
employer/employee relationships and the temporary nature of the ``in-
the-field'' maintenance activity. The Occupational Safety and Health 
Administration (OSHA) expects the proposal to address lockout-related 
hazards in those construction work-site areas in which the available 
data indicate these hazards to be major. Regulatory options involve 
developing a comprehensive standard covering all potentially hazardous 
energy sources. OSHA will consider the use of the construction advisory 
committee to assist in the development of this standard.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB30
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2254. POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCK OPERATOR TRAINING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.178

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Nationally, fatalities due to unsafe operation of industrial 
vehicles and equipment account for approximately 12 percent of the 
private sector fatalities. This is the second leading cause of 
fatalities in the private sector, behind only highway vehicle 
fatalities. The present standard has proven to be ineffective in 
reducing the number of accidents involving powered industrial trucks. 
OSHA intends to revise the present standard to increase its 
effectiveness by requiring, in performance language, initial and 
refresher training as necessary. The frequency of the refresher 
training will be based upon the ability of the vehicle operator to 
retain the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job safely. 
OSHA will also give guidance as to what information the instruction 
should include. There will also be other amendments to the standard to 
increase its effectiveness.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB33
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2255. ERGONOMIC SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 40 USC 333

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910; 29 CFR 1915; 29 CFR 1917; 29 CFR 1918; 29 
CFR 1926; 29 CFR 1928

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) has reported the number 
of reported ``disorders associated with repeated trauma'' have more 
than tripled since 1984. These serious, potentially crippling disorders 
account for 60 percent of all occupational illnesses reported to OSHA 
in 1991. OSHA published an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) 
on August 3, 1992 (57 FR 34192). A six-month comment period ended 
February 1, 1993. OSHA received about 266 comments. The Agency is 
currently in the process of analyzing these submissions, as well as 
available scientific literature and enforcement data. In addition, OSHA 
conducted a telephone survey of firms to collect more information about 
current programs in industry addressing problems related to ergonomics. 
All information available to OSHA will be used to determine how to 
proceed in addressing these issues.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           08/03/92                    57 FR 34192
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/01/93
NPRM                            09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Barabara Silverstein, Special Assistant for Ergonomic 
Programs, Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room S2316, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-6027

RIN: 1218-AB36
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2256. INDOOR AIR QUALITY IN THE WORKPLACE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655

CFR Citation:  29 CFR Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Health complaints related to indoor air quality (IAQ) have 
increased significantly following energy conservation measures 
instituted in the 1970's. Such measures have reduced the infiltration 
of outside air, allowing the build-up of indoor air contaminants. 
Adverse health effects associated with indoor air contaminants are 
classified as: (1) sick building syndrome which is characterized by 
general complaints that may include headaches, fatigue, nausea, mucous 
membrane (eye, nose, and throat) irritation, coughs, and muscle pain; 
and (2) building-related illness which describes those specific medical 
conditions of known etiology which can often be documented by physical 
signs and laboratory findings. These include respiratory allergies and 
Legionnaires' disease. A particular concern with matters dealing with 
indoor air quality is exposure to passive tobacco smoke (PTS). A wide 
range of health effects caused by PTS have been reported by the Surgeon 
General, the National Research Council, the Environmental Protection 
Agency (EPA), NIOSH, and private researchers, as well as by citizens 
reporting health effects due to PTS exposure while at work. (Cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Request for Information         09/20/91                    56 FR 47892
Comment Period End              01/21/92                    56 FR 47892
NPRM                            04/05/94                    59 FR 15968
NPRM Comment Period End         06/29/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: These effects range from acute 
annoyance and eye and respiratory tract irritation to the development 
of chronic pulmonary disease, cardiovascular diseases, and lung cancer. 
OSHA published a request for information on Indoor Air Quality 
September 20, 1991 (56 FR 47892). Comment period was extended to March 
20, 1992. More than 1,200 comments were received. The Agency is 
reviewing all relevant information, including these comments and a 
recent EPA report on passive tobacco smoke, and is making a 
determination as to how to proceed.

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3718, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB37
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2257. CRANE SAFETY

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 40 USC 333; 33 USC 941

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1926.550; 29 CFR 1926.552; 29 CFR 1926.553; 29 
CFR 1926.554; 29 CFR 1926.556; 29 CFR 1910.67; 29 CFR 1910.179; 29 CFR 
1910.180; 29 CFR 1919.181

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The present crane regulations for construction and general 
industry have not been revised since being promulgated in 1971. They 
rely heavily on outdated 1968 ANSI standards. OSHA has received 
comments that the existing provisions are inadequate and need revision 
to reflect current conditions and equipment. It has also been suggested 
that there is need to establish additional crane installation and use 
provisions, including possible certification programs for crane 
operators and riggers. OSHA anticipates that this project will come 
about in several phases due to the magnitude of the project.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           10/19/92                    57 FR 47746
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/12/93
NPRM                            00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB38
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2258. ABATEMENT VERIFICATION

Legal Authority:  29 USC 657; 29 USC 658; 5 USC 553

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1903

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A critical element of OSHA's comprehensive enforcement 
strategy under the Occupational Safety and Health act is assurance that 
employers have abated hazards cited during inspections. Currently, 
unless an employer voluntarily complies with OSHA's request to submit 
documentation, OSHA has no proof of hazard abatement without conducting 
a followup inspection. From 1972 to the present, OSHA has implemented 
several administrative measures to induce employers to provide 
abatement documentation, but some 30 percent of cited employers still 
do not voluntarily do so. OSHA's internal audits, the Department of 
Labor's Inspector General, and the General Accounting Office have 
pointed out this deficiency. The regulation OSHA now proposes will 
require cited employers to provide hazard abatement documentation. The 
NPRM will address the kinds of evidence to be required, what notice to 
employees is needed, potential penalties for non-reporting, possible 
certification forms for compliance, and other questions. OSHA estimates 
that the economic impact of this regulation on employer products and 
product prices will be insignificant.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State

Sectors Affected:  All

Analysis: Regulatory Flexibility Analysis

Agency Contact: Raymond E. Donnelly, Director, General Industry 
Compliance Assistance, Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and 
Health Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3119, FP 
Building, Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-8041

RIN: 1218-AB40
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2259. COMPREHENSIVE OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH PROGRAMS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910; 29 CFR 1915; 29 CFR 1917; 29 CFR 1918; 29 
CFR 1926; 29 CFR 1928

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OSHA has long recognized the utility of comprehensive safety 
and health programs, and adopted non-mandatory guidance for safety and 
health program management on January 26, 1989 (54 FR 3904). These 
guidelines were based on a distillation of safety and health management 
practices used by employers that have implemented successful 
comprehensive programs. The major elements OSHA has identified in the 
guidelines for effective occupational safety and health programs are: 
(1) management commitment and employee involvement; (2) worksite 
analysis to anticipate and prevent harmful occurrences; (3) hazard 
prevention afforded employees; and (4) safety and health training. 
Successfully implemented programs generally have a lower incidence of 
occupationally-related illnesses and injuries. In particular, OSHA has 
found that companies that have implemented comprehensive safety and 
health programs and are participating in its Voluntary Protection 
Program have lost-workday case rates that range from one-fifth to one-
third the rates experienced by average worksites within their 
industrial classification. In addition, (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Federal

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: participating sites reported 
improved employee morale and productivity as a secondary benefit of 
their safety and health management activities. OSHA plans to publish a 
notice of proposed rulemaking that will address the need for all 
employers to develop and implement a safety and health program for all 
their workplaces. OSHA will be raising additional issues related to 
safety and health programs as they pertain to small businesses. Those 
with 10 or fewer employees and other issues as part of the rulemaking 
process.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Directorate of Safety 
Standards Programs, Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health 
Administration, 200 Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, 
Washington, DC 20210, 202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB41
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2260.  OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE TO HEXAVALENT CHROMIUM

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  Not yet determined

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 655(b); 29 CFR 657

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On July 19, 1993 the Oil, Chemical, and Atomic Workers 
International Union (OCAW) and Public Citizen's Health Research Group 
(HRG) petitioned for an emergency temporary standard (ETS) to lower the 
permissible exposure limit (PEL) for hexavalent chromium compounds 
(CrVI) to 0.5 micrograms of hexavalent chromium per cubic meter of air 
(ug/m3) as an eight hour, time weighted average (TWA). The current PEL 
is 100 ug/m3, as an 8-hour time-weighting average. Occupational 
exposure to hexavalent chromium is known to cause lung cancer, 
bronchial asthma, nasal septum septum perforations, skin ulcers, and 
irritative dermatitis, CrVI includes chromic acid, chromates, lead 
chromate, and zinc chromate, all measured as CrO3. The current PEL for 
hexavalent chromium (CrVI) is 100ug/m3. OSHA thoroughly reviewed the 
petition. While OSHA agrees that there is clear evidence that exposure 
to CRVI at the current PEL of 100 ug/m3 can result in significant risk 
of lung cancer and other CrVI-related illnesses, based on the Agency's 
analysis, OSHA finds that the currently available data are not 
sufficiently definitive in certain critical area to (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: support the need for an ETS, 
particularly in light of the extremely stringent statutory criteria for 
issuing and sustaining such action. Therefore, OSHA is denying the 
petition for an ETS and has begun Section 6(b) rulemaking action for 
occupational exposure to CRVI.

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3718, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB45
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2261.  OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE TO TUBERCULOSIS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On August 25, 1993, OSHA was petitioned by the Labor 
Coalition to Fight TB in the Workplace to initiate rulemaking for a 
permanent standard to protect workers against occupational transmission 
of tuberculosis (TB). Although the Centers for Disease Control and 
Prevention (CDC) have developed recommendations for controlling the 
spread of tuberculosis in several work settings (correctional 
institutions, health-care facilities, homeless shelters, long-term care 
facilities for the elderly, and drug treatment centers), the 
petitioners stated that in every recent TB outbreak investigated by the 
CDC non-compliance with CDC's TB control guidelines were evident. After 
reviewing the available information, OSHA has preliminary concluded 
that significant risk of occupational transmission of tuberculosis does 
exist for some workers and has decided to initiate a standard 6(b) 
rulemaking. The Agency is currently developing a proposed rule which 
would require certain employers to take steps to eliminate or minimize 
employee exposure to TB. OSHA already regulates to biological hazard of 
bloodborne pathogens under 29 CFR 1910.1030 and believes that 
development of a TD standard is (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: consistent with the Agency's 
mission and previous activity.

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3718, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB46
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2262.  CONFINED SPACES FOR CONSTRUCTION (PART 1926)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OSHA has recently promulgated a final rule covering permit-
required confined spaces for general industry (Part 1910). There is no 
comparable standard for the construction industry at this time. This 
rulemaking is necessary to assure the safety and health of construction 
employees who are required to perform work in confined spaces and who 
are not adequately protected at the present time.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB47
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2263.  MISCELLANEOUS AMENDMENTS TO THE SAFETY STANDARDS FOR THE 
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY (PART 1926)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1916.31(a); 29 CFR 1926.28; 29 CFR 1926.1; 29 CFR 
1926.16; 29 CFR 1926.1050(a); 29 CFR 1926.1053(a)(6)(i); 29 CFR 
1926.1050(b)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action will correct several relatively minor 
problems with the construction safety standards. Some examples of such 
problems are: (1) an inability to enforce the voluntary provisions of 
consensus standards, (2) a general personal protective equipment 
requirement that cannot be enforced unless a specific requirement 
exists elsewhere in the standards, (3) ambiguity about the application 
of certain subparts of the construction safety standards that are 
intended to apply to only Federal and Federally financed or Federally-
assisted construction projects and not to other projects, (4) ambiguity 
about the application of the stairways and ladders standards to 
scaffolds, (5) any other problems of a similar magnitude that are 
discovered during the development of the NPRM.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB48
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2264.  GENERAL WORKING CONDITIONS IN SHIPYARDS (PART 1915)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 33 USC 941

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1915.1 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.31 et seq; 29 CFR 
1915.91 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.111 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.131 et seq; 29 CFR 
1915.161 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.171 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.181; 29 CFR 
1910.13 et seq; 29 CFR 1910.14; 29 CFR 1910.15; 29 CFR 1910.95; 29 CFR 
1910.96; 29 CFR 1910.97; 29 CFR 1910.141; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In the late 1980's OSHA embarked on a project to update and 
consolidate the varying OSHA standards that were being applied in the 
shipbuilding, shiprepair, and shipbreaking industry. A shipyard 
employer was subject to both the ``shipyard'' standards that applied 
only to shipboard hazards and OSHA's general industry standards for 
landside operations. This resulted in inconsistent, and sometimes 
contradictory, requirements for essentially the same operation. 
Consequently, OSHA, with the maritime community's full support, 
initiated a regulatory action in November 1988, categorized as Phase I, 
aimed at establishing a truly vertical standard for shipyard 
employment. This notice (53 FR 48092) addressed six subparts of the 
shipyard employment safety standards (Confined Spaces-B, Welding-D, 
Access/Egress-E, Personal Protective Equipment-I, Fall Protection-M, 
and Scaffolding-N). The remaining subparts were categorized as part of 
Phase II of the consolidation project. It was during this phase that 
OSHA made extensive use of the Shipyard Employment Standards Advisory 
Committee, an advisory committee that was chartered in 1989 with a 
mission of updating and (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: consolidating the existing 
standards that were being applied in the shipyard industry. This 
regulatory action represents one of the initial subparts that will be 
proposed under Phase II. This proposal, Subpart F - General Working 
Conditions, will consolidate and update the provisions of 29 CFR 1910 
(General Industry) and 29 CFR 1915 (Shipyard Employment) into one 
comprehensive Part 1915 that will apply to all activities and areas in 
shipyards. The operations that are addressed in this subpart relate to: 
housekeeping, illumination, sanitation, and first aid.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB50
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2265.  FIRE PROTECTION IN SHIPYARD EMPLOYMENT (PART 1915)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 33 USC 941

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1915.1 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.31 et seq; 29 CFR 
1915.91 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.111 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.131 et seq; 29 CFR 
1915.161 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.171 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.181; 29 CFR 
1910.13 et seq; 29 CFR 1910.14; 29 CFR 1910.15; 29 CFR 1910.95; 29 CFR 
1910.96; 29 CFR 1910.97; 29 CFR 1910.141; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In the late 1980's, OSHA embarked on a project to update and 
consolidate the varying OSHA standards that were being applied in the 
shipbuilding, shiprepair, and shipbreaking industry. A shipyard 
employer was subject to both the ``shipyard'' standards that applied 
only to shipboard hazards and OSHA's general industry standards for 
landside operations. This resulted in inconsistent, and sometimes 
contradictory, requirements for essentially the same operation. 
Consequently, OSHA, with the maritime community's full support, 
initiated a regulatory action in November 1988, categorized as Phase I, 
aimed at establishing a truly vertical standard for shipyard 
employment. This notice (53 FR 48092) addressed six subparts of the 
shipyard employment safety standards (Confined Spaces-B, Welding-D, 
Access/Egress-E, Personal Protective Equipment-I, Fall Protection-M, 
and Scaffolding-N). The remaining subparts were categorized as part of 
Phase II of the consolidation project. It was during this phase that 
OSHA made extensive use of the Shipyard Employment Standards Advisory 
Committee, an advisory committee that was chartered in 1989 with a 
mission of (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: updating and consolidating the 
existing standards that were being applied in the shipyard industry. 
This regulatory action represents one of the initial subparts that will 
be proposed under Phase II. This proposal, Subpart P - Fire Protection 
in Shipyard Employment, will consolidate and update the provisions of 
29 CFR 1910 (General Industry) and 29 CFR 1915 (Shipyard Employment) 
into one comprehensive Part 1915 that will apply to all activities and 
areas in shipyards. The operations that are addressed in this subpart 
relate to: fire brigades, fire extinguishes, sprinkler systems, 
detection systems, alarm systems, and emergency plans.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB51
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2266. FALL PROTECTION (PART 1926)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 40 USC 333

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1926.104; 29 CFR 1926.105; 29 CFR 1926.500; 29 
CFR 1926.501; 29 CFR 1926.502; 29 CFR 1926.107(b); 29 CFR 
1926.250(b)(2); 29 CFR 1926.651(t); 29 CFR 1926.951(b)(4)(i); 29 CFR 
1926.107(c); 29 CFR 1926.107(f); 29 CFR 1926.651(w)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The existing standard has been proposed for revision because 
it is poorly formatted, contains unnecessary and restrictive 
provisions, and does not properly address the fall protection needs of 
certain areas and operations. The proposal raises several significant 
issues including (1) when fall protection systems must be installed, 
(2) whether work surface inspections are necessary to insure adequate 
structural integrity before commencing work, and (3) whether body belt 
systems or body harness systems are appropriate for use as fall 
protection. (Subpart M revised)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/25/86                    51 FR 42680
NPRM Comment Period End         08/14/87                    52 FR 20616
Reopening of Rulemaking Record 
Comment Period Ends 11/3/92     08/05/92                    57 FR 34656
New Reopening of Rulemaking 
Record: Comment Period Closed 5/
28/93                           03/28/93                    58 FR 16515
Final Action                    09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This agenda entry is part of Regulatory Program 
RIN 1218-AB05; Elevated Surfaces (Part 1926).

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Rm 
N3605, FPBldg, 200 Constitution Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA37
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2267. SCAFFOLDS (PART 1926)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 40 USC 333

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1926.451; 29 CFR 1926.452; 29 CFR 1910.28; 29 CFR 
1910.29; 29 CFR 1926.752(k)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The existing standard has been proposed for revision because 
it is poorly formatted, contains unnecessary and restrictive 
provisions, and omits necessary specific coverage for certain types of 
scaffolds. The proposal raises several significant issues including: 
(1) the use of crossbraces as guardrails, (2) the use of fall 
protection during scaffold erection and dismantling operations, and (3) 
the role of engineers in scaffold design. (Subpart L, revised)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/25/86                    51 FR 42680
NPRM Comment Period End         08/14/87                    52 FR 20616
Record Reopened                 03/29/93                    58 FR 16509
Record Reopened                 02/01/94                     59 FR 4615
Final Action                    12/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: This agenda entry is part of Regulatory Program 
RIN 1218-AB05; Elevated Surfaces (Part 1926).

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA40
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2268. LOGGING OPERATIONS (PART 1910)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.266 (Revision)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Logging is a very hazardous industry. It has an incidence 
rate nearly twice that of manufacturing, and reflecting the seriousness 
of the injuries incurred, a lost workday rate nearly four times as 
high. The purpose of the standard will be to protect workers from the 
ever-present hazards of chain saw operation, falling objects (trees, 
branches), rolling or sliding logs, falls from trees, and materials 
handling accidents. At present there is no OSHA standard specifically 
applicable to logging in general. There is a standard, 29 CFR 1910.266, 
applicable only to pulpwood logging; however, pulpwood logging is 
estimated to account for less than half of the logging activity in the 
United States. Development of a national OSHA standard addressing all 
types of logging will provide coverage for those loggers not now 
protected. The new regulation will provide coverage where there is no 
approved state regulation and will set a minimum safety level for those 
states that chose to develop a state regulation.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/02/89                    54 FR 18798
NPRM Comment Period End         07/31/89
Public Hearing 07/24/90         05/11/90                    55 FR 19745
Final Action                    09/00/94

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  24 Lumber and Wood Products, Except Furniture

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA52
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2269. SCAFFOLDS IN SHIPYARDS (PART 1915)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 33 USC 941

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1915.71; 29 CFR 1910.28; 29 CFR 1910.29

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action will revise the existing shipyard 
standards covering scaffolds and will consolidate all related and 
applicable 29 CFR part 1910 provisions into 29 CFR part 1915. The 
revision will develop, in part, performance-oriented standards, address 
current gaps in coverage, address new technology, and eliminate 
outmoded and redundant provisions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/29/88                    53 FR 48182
NPRM Comment Period End         02/27/89
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Applicable part 1910 provisions under 
consideration: 29 CFR 1910.28 - 1910.29.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA68
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2270. ACCESS AND EGRESS IN SHIPYARDS (PART 1915)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 33 USC 941

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1915.72; 29 CFR 1915.74; 29 CFR 1915.75; 29 CFR 
1915.76

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action will revise the existing shipyard 
standards covering access and egress and will consolidate all related 
and applicable 29 CFR part 1910 provisions into 29 CFR Part 1915. The 
revision will develop, in part, performance-oriented standards, address 
current gaps in coverage, address new technology, and eliminate 
outmoded and redundant provisions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/29/88                    53 FR 48130
NPRM Comment Period End         02/27/89
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Additional Information: Applicable part 1910 provisions under 
consideration: 29 CFR 1910.24-1910.27; 29 CFR 1910.36-1910.37.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA70
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2271. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT IN SHIPYARDS (PART 1915)

Significance:
Economically significant: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 33 USC 941

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1915.151; 29 CFR 1915.152; 29 CFR 1915.153; 29 
CFR 1915.154; 29 CFR 1915.155; 29 CFR 1915.156; 29 CFR 1915.157; 29 CFR 
1915.158; 29 CFR 1915.159

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action will revise the existing shipyard 
standard covering personal protective equipment. The revision will 
develop, in part, a performance-oriented standard, address current gaps 
in coverage, recognize new technology, and eliminate outmoded or 
redundant provisions. It will consolidate 29 CFR part 1915 standards 
and applicable 29 CFR part 1910 standards into one set of provisions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/29/88                    53 FR 48150
NPRM Comment Period End         02/27/89
Final Action                    03/00/95

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Applicable part 1910 provisions under 
consideration: 29 CFR 1910.132-1910.137.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Ave. NW., Rm N3605, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA74
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2272. 1,3-BUTADIENE

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.1000 (Table Z-1); 29 CFR 1910.1051

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On October 10, 1985, EPA referred 1,3-butadiene (BD) to OSHA 
for possible regulatory action under section 9(a) of the Toxic 
Substance Control Act. On April 11, 1986, OSHA responded to the EPA 
referral indicating that the Agency has preliminarily concluded that BD 
poses risk to the occupationally exposed population at the current OSHA 
permissible exposure limit and that the risk can be reduced or 
prevented through the promulgation of a revised standard. On October 1, 
1986 (51 FR 35003), OSHA published an ANPRM initiating regulatory 
action within the meaning of section 9(a) of TSCA. Comments were 
submitted to OSHA by December 30, 1986. Based on the comments received 
in response to the ANPRM OSHA developed a proposal which was published 
on August 10, 1990. Hearings were held in Washington, D.C. on January 
15, 1991, and in New Orleans, Louisiana on February 20, 1991. 
Submission of the post-hearing comments and briefs were scheduled to 
end on June 22, and July 22, 1991 respectively; however, OSHA extended 
the dates to September 27, and October 28, 1991. The post-hearing 
comments and briefs were again extended and finally closed on (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

EPA Referral                    10/10/85                    50 FR 41393
Request for Comments            12/27/85                    50 FR 52952
Response to EPA Referral        04/11/86                    51 FR 12526
ANPRM                           10/01/86                    51 FR 35003
ANPRM Comment Period End        12/30/86
NPRM                            08/10/90                    55 FR 32736
NPRM Comment Period End         10/19/90                    55 FR 32736
Final Action                    09/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: November 26, 1991 and February 
10, 1992, respectively.

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3718, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-7075

RIN: 1218-AA83
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2273. GLYCOL ETHERS: 2-METHOXYETHANOL, 2-ETHOXYETHANOL, AND THEIR 
ACETATES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655; 29 USC 657

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.1000

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On May 20, 1986, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) 
issued a report to OSHA, under Section 9(a) of the Toxic Substances 
Control Act, stating that EPA has reasonable basis to conclude that the 
risk of injury to worker health from exposure to four glycol ethers 
during their manufacture, processing and use is unreasonable, and that 
this risk may be prevented or reduced to a significant extent by OSHA 
regulatory action. EPA gave OSHA 180 days in which to respond to its 
report. OSHA published its response on December 11, 1986, stating that 
OSHA had preliminarily concluded that occupational exposures to the 
subject glycol ethers at the current OSHA permissible exposure limits 
may present significant risks to the health of workers. OSHA published 
an Advance Notice of Proposed rulemaking (ANPRM) on April 2, 1987, (52 
FR 10586). OSHA used the information received in response to the ANPRM, 
as well as other information and analysis, and published a proposal, 
March 23, 1993 (58 FR 15526), that would reduce the permissible 
exposure limits for four glycol ethers and provide protection for 
approximately 46,000 workers exposed to the substances.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           04/02/87                    52 FR 10586
ANPRM Comment Period End        07/31/87
NPRM                            03/23/93                    58 FR 15526
NPRM Comment Period End         06/07/93
Final Action                    04/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3718, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-7075

RIN: 1218-AA84
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2274. CONFINED SPACES AND EXPLOSIVE AND OTHER DANGEROUS ATMOSPHERES (PART 
1915)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 33 USC 941

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1915.11; 29 CFR 1915.12; 29 CFR 1915.13; 29 CFR 
1915.14; 29 CFR 1915.15; 29 CFR 1915.16

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action will revise the existing shipyard 
standard covering confined space and explosive and other dangerous 
atmospheres. This revision will develop, in part, a performance-
oriented standard, address any gaps in coverage, recognized new 
technology, and eliminate outmoded or redundant standards. Moreover, it 
will resolve the potential redundancy and overlap that would result 
from two different sets of requirements for landside and shipboard 
operations. This regulatory action represents a minimal economic impact 
or has the potential of producing a cost savings to the industry.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/29/88                    53 FR 48092
NPRM Comment Period End         02/27/89
NPRM Comment Period Reopened 
Until 9/22/92                   06/24/92                    57 FR 28152
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Sectors Affected:  373 Ship and Boat Building and Repairing

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA91
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2275. METHYLENE CHLORIDE

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655; 29 USC 657

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.1000

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: In July 1985, OSHA was petitioned by the United Automobile, 
Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) to issue 
a hazard alert; issue an emergency temporary standard; and to begin 
work on a new permanent standard for methylene chloride (MC). This 
request was based on information obtained from the Environmental 
Protection Agency and the National Toxicology Program indicating that 
DCM is an animal carcinogen and may have the potential to cause cancer 
in humans. In November 1986, OSHA notified the UAW that its petition 
had been granted, in part, and denied, in part. Specifically, OSHA 
issued a set of guidelines for controlling occupational exposure to MC 
and OSHA denied that portion of the petition requesting the issuance of 
an emergency temporary standard. OSHA published an Advance Notice of 
Proposed Rulemaking on November 24, 1986 (51 FR 42257). After reviewing 
and analyzing the comments received in response to the ANPRM, OSHA 
published a proposal in the Federal Register on November 7, 1991 (56 FR 
57036). The comment period closed on April 6, 1992. On June 9, 1992, 
OSHA published a notice of informal public hearings to be held in 
Washington, DC on (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/24/86                    51 FR 42257
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/23/87                    51 FR 42257
NPRM                            11/07/91                    56 FR 57036
NPRM Comment Period End         04/06/92
Final Action                    02/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: September 16, 1992 and in San 
Francisco, CA on October 14, 1992. The post-hearing comment period for 
new evidence closed on January 14, 1993, and the final date for 
submitting post-hearing summations and briefs was March 15, 1993.

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Ave. NW., Rm N3718, FPBldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-7075

RIN: 1218-AA98
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2276. WALKING WORKING SURFACES AND PERSONAL FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS (PART 
1910)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.21; 29 CFR 1910.22; 29 CFR 1910.23; 29 CFR 
1910.24; 29 CFR 1910.25; 29 CFR 1910.26; 29 CFR 1910.27; 29 CFR 
1910.28; 29 CFR 1910.29; 29 CFR 1910.30; 29 CFR 1910.31; 29 CFR 1910.32

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Standards for Walking Working Surfaces and Personal Fall 
Protection Systems will be issued concurrently. Existing standards for 
walking and working surfaces need to be revised because they are out of 
date and restrict technological innovation. The proposed revision is 
performance-oriented and permits flexibility for compliance. In 
addition, existing standards do not contain criteria for personal fall 
protection systems. Consequently, requirements containing criteria for 
personal fall protection systems would be added to 29 CFR part 1910; 
Subpart I, Personal Protection Equipment, to enhance employee 
protection from injury and death due to falls to different elevations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/10/90                    55 FR 13360
NPRM Comment Period End         08/22/90                    55 FR 13360
Hearing                         09/11/90                    55 FR 29224
Final Action                    06/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Because 1218-AB05 and 1218-AA48 will be issued 
concurrently, they have been combined under one RIN number.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB04
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2277. ASBESTOS (REMAND)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655 et seq

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.1001; 29 CFR 1926.58

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On June 20, 1986, OSHA published revised standards governing 
occupational exposure to asbestos, tremolite, anthophyllite and 
actinolite in general industry and construction. In these standards, 
OSHA reduced the 8-hour time weighted average (TWA) permissible 
exposure limit (PEL) to 0.2 f/cc, and established other protective 
provisions. This standard was legally challenged, and as a result, the 
Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia upheld the standard 
except that the court held that OSHA must reconsider several of the 
standard's provisions to determine if more protective regulatory 
provisions are available to reduce risk. One of the issues to be 
reconsidered was the need for a short-term limit for occupational 
exposure to asbestos in response to the Court's directive. This limit 
was established as 1 f/cc averaged over a 30-minute sampling period and 
a legal notification of this amendment was published on September 14, 
1988, at 53 FR 35610. (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Asbestos Remand - Category I 
Issues                          12/20/89                    54 FR 52024
Asbestos Remand - Category II 
Effective Date 5/7/90           02/05/90                     55 FR 3724
Asbestos Remand - Category II 
Issues                          02/05/90                     55 FR 3724
Asbestos Remand - Category III  07/20/90                    55 FR 29712
Hearing                         10/23/90                    55 FR 29712
Hearing                         11/09/90                    55 FR 40676
Final Action                    04/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: On December 20, 1989 (54 FR 
52024) OSHA responded to the first three remand issues. OSHA deleted 
the ban on spraying asbestos containing materials; amended the 
regulatory text to clarify when construction employers must resume 
periodic monitoring; and explained why OSHA is not amending the 
regulatory text to clarify the limited exemption for ``small-scale, 
short-duration operations'' in the construction industry standard. OSHA 
published a notice of its resolution of Category II remand issues on 
February 5, 1990, and a notice of proposed rulemaking for Category III 
on July 20, 1990 (55 FR 29712). On September 20, 1990, the comment 
period was extended to December 3, 1990, and the public hearing was 
rescheduled to commence on January 23, 1991. The post-hearing comment 
period closed on April 26, 1991, and the briefing period was extended 
to July 24, 1991. On November 3, 1992 (57 FR 49657), OSHA reopened the 
record for 60 days to receive additional comments. The comment period 
for supplemental asbestos information closed on January 4, 1993.

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3718, FP Bldg, Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB25
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2278. AIR CONTAMINANTS RULE FOR CONSTRUCTION, AGRICULTURE AND MARITIME

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655; 29 USC 657

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The permissible exposure limits (PELs) promulgated by OSHA in 
1971 do not reflect current knowledge of the health effects of many 
toxic substances. OSHA published a proposal on June 7, 1988 (53 FR 
20960) to amend and expand the PELs for general industry. On January 
19, 1989 OSHA set new PELs for the toxic substances originally covered 
in 1971 and covered new substances in a single rulemaking that applied 
to general industry. On June 12, 1992 (57 FR 26001) OSHA published a 
proposed rule that would provide more protective PELs on hundreds of 
toxic airborne substances for workers in construction, agriculture and 
maritime. On July 10, 1992 the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals 
overturned the PELs update for general industry. Accordingly on August 
18, 1992 (57 FR 37125) OSHA published a notice delaying hearings and 
extending indefinitely the comment period on the Air Contaminants Rule 
for Construction, Agriculture and Maritime. The Acting Solicitor 
General determined not to appeal the court's decision. Consequently, 
OSHA must determine the appropriate action in light of the judicial 
decision.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            06/12/92                    57 FR 26001
Comment Period Extended 
Indefinitely                    08/18/92                    57 FR 37125
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: Undetermined

Agency Contact: Charles Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3718, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB26
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2279. OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN MOTOR VEHICLES

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.140; 29 CFR 1915.99; 29 CFR 1915.100; 29 CFR 
1917.44; 29 CFR 1918.73; 29 CFR 1926.33; 29 CFR 1928.58

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OSHA continues to evaluate regulatory alternatives for this 
rule, which as proposed would have required seat belt and motor cycle 
helmet use, as well as the development and implementation of a driver 
safety awareness program.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            07/12/90                    55 FR 28728
NPRM Comment Period End         11/09/90                    55 FR 28728
Final Action                    12/00/95

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local, Federal

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB28
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2280. RETENTION OF MARKINGS AND PLACARDS

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910; 29 CFR 1926; 29 CFR 1915; 29 CFR 1917; 29 
CFR 1918

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Public Law 101-615, the Hazardous Materials Transportation 
Uniform Safety Act (HMTUSA), mandates that the Secretary of Labor issue 
regulations regarding the retention of markings and placards in 
accordance with Section 29 of the Act. The Agency has published a 
proposed rule that would require any employer who receives a package, 
container, rail car or similar receptacle containing hazardous 
materials that is required to be marked, placarded or labeled in 
accordance with regulations issued under the Hazardous Materials 
Transportation Act, to retain such labels until the hazards are 
removed. The proposed rule would apply to all employers covered by the 
OSH Act. Therefore, separate but identical standards are included for 
general industry (including agricultural operations), construction, 
shipyards, marine terminals, and longshoring. In preparing the proposed 
rule, OSHA has consulted with delegated representatives of the 
Secretary of Transportation and the Secretary of Treasury, as required 
by HMTUSA.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            09/10/93                    58 FR 47690
NPRM Comment Period End         10/12/93                    58 FR 47690
Final Action                    06/00/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3718, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB42
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2281. METHODS OF COMPLIANCE

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.1000(e); 29 CFR 1910.134(a)(1)

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OSHA's policy concerning the use of engineering controls and 
respirators was targeted for review by the President's Task Force on 
Regulatory Relief in 1981. Current OSHA regulations require that 
employers implement feasible engineering controls to maintain air 
contaminant concentrations in the workplace at or below the prescribed 
permissible exposure limits. The use of respirators is permitted only 
in those cases where engineering controls are not feasible, not yet 
installed, or not adequate. This policy has been criticized as being 
inflexible, not cost-effective, and often unnecessary for employee 
health protection. OSHA believes that any changes to the policy for use 
of engineering controls must be closely coordinated with revisions in 
the respiratory protection regulations (29 CFR 1910.134). This 
rulemaking does not address the assessment and reduction of any 
absolute existing risks, but rather addresses the possible change in 
risk abatement associated with the use of respirators instead of 
engineering controls. OSHA published a proposal on June 5, 1989 (54 FR 
23991). Hearings were held on May 30-31, 1990, and continued on July 9-
10, 1990. (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           02/22/83                     48 FR 7473
ANPRM Comment Period End        06/22/83
NPRM                            06/05/89                    54 FR 23991
NPRM Comment Period End         10/03/89
Withdrawn                       02/03/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: Post-hearing comments were due 
by October 9, 1990, and responses to post-hearing comments were due by 
December 10, 1990. In response to oral petitions from participants, the 
post-hearing comment period was extended to January 14, 1991. OSHA will 
use the information received in response to the proposal to develop a 
final rule.

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Rm 
N3718, FP Bldg, 200 Constitution Ave. NW., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-7075

RIN: 1218-AA28
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2282. FALL PROTECTION SYSTEMS (PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT) (PART 1910)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes
Economically significant: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910, subpart I

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Existing standards do not contain criteria for personal fall 
protection systems. Consequently, requirements containing criteria for 
personal fall protection systems would be added to 29 CFR part 1910; 
Subpart I, Personal Protection Equipment, to enhance employee 
protection from injury and death due to falls to different elevations.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            04/10/90                    55 FR 13423
NPRM Comment Period End         08/22/90                    55 FR 13423
Hearing                         09/11/90                    55 FR 29224
Combined with 1218-AB04         03/08/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: RIN 1218-AA48 was combined with RIN 1218-AB04.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA48
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2283. ELECTRIC POWER GENERATION, TRANSMISSION, AND DISTRIBUTION (PART 
1910)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.137; 29 CFR 1910.269

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: A major area of coverage not addressed in the current OSHA 
electrical standards for general industry (29 CFR 1910) involves the 
maintenance and operation practices associated with electrical 
transmission and distribution lines, substations and generating 
stations. It is intended that the proposed standard fill this void by 
establishing minimum requirements for electrical safety work practices 
for qualified employees working on or near installations whose purpose 
is the generation and distribution of electricity. The proposal also 
revises the standards for electrical protective equipment, which is 
used routinely for electrical power work.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            01/31/89                     54 FR 4974
NPRM Comment Period End         06/01/89
Public Hearing Scheduled for 11/
28/89                           08/03/89                    54 FR 31970
Reopening of the Record and 
Request for Public Comment      11/09/90                    55 FR 47074
Final Action Section 
1910.269(a)(2) effective January 
31, 1995.                       01/31/94                     59 FR 4320
Final Action Effective          05/31/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  Multiple

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA59
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2284. FALL PROTECTION IN SHIPYARDS (PART 1915)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 33 USC 941

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1915.201; 29 CFR 1915.202; 29 CFR 1915.203; 29 
CFR 1915.73; 29 CFR 1915.74; 29 CFR 1915.75; 29 CFR 1915.77

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action will revise the existing shipyard 
standard covering fall protection and will consolidate all related and 
applicable 29 CFR part 1910 provisions into 29 CFR part 1915. The 
revision will develop, in part, performance-oriented standards, address 
current gaps in coverage, address new technology and eliminate outmoded 
and redundant provisions.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/29/88                    53 FR 48166
NPRM Comment Period End         02/27/89
Withdrawn                       02/15/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Applicable part 1910 provisions under 
consideration: 29 CFR 1910.21-1910.23.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA66
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2285. FACE, HEAD, EYE, AND FOOT PROTECTION (PERSONAL PROTECTIVE 
EQUIPMENT) (PART 1910)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Existing standards for eye, face, head, and foot protection 
reference outdated national consensus standards which have been updated 
and improved. Consequently, criteria for personal protective equipment 
for eye, face, head, and foot would be revised to reflect improved 
developments in these types of equipment. This would allow the use of 
better personal protective equipment and would result in improved 
employee protection from eye, face, head, and foot hazards.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            08/16/89                    54 FR 33832
NPRM Comment Period End         10/16/89
Public Hearing Held April 3, 
1990                            02/01/90                     55 FR 3412
Final Action                    04/06/94                    59 FR 16334
Final Action Effective          07/05/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605 FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA71
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2286. WELDING, CUTTING, AND BRAZING (PART 1910 AND PART 1926)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.251; 29 CFR 1910.252; 29 CFR 1910.253; 29 
CFR 1910.254; 29 CFR 1926.350; 29 CFR 1926.351; 29 CFR 1926.352; 29 CFR 
1926.353; 29 CFR 1926.354

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OSHA proposes to revise and update its existing part 1910 and 
part 1926 subparts covering welding, cutting and brazing operations, 
and to develop performance-oriented standards designed to reduce the 
number of deaths and injuries due to unsafe equipment and unsafe 
operations. There has been no substantial revision to these subparts 
since their adoption in 1971. A complete and comprehensive revision is 
needed at this time to bring the standards into line with the current 
state-of-the-art and updated consensus standards. In developing its 
proposed revision for for welding provisions in Part 1910 (General 
Industry), OSHA has determined that similar revisions to the Part 1926 
(Construction Industry) welding provisions are warranted.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/04/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Sectors Affected:  Multiple

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Ave. NW., Rm N3605, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA72
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2287. WELDING, CUTTING, AND HEATING IN SHIPYARDS (PART 1915)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 33 USC 941

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1915.51; 29 CFR 1915.52; 29 CFR 1915.53; 29 CFR 
1915.54; 29 CFR 1915.55; 29 CFR 1915.56; 29 CFR 1915.57

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action will revise the existing shipyard 
standard covering welding, cutting, and heating. The revision will 
develop, in part, a performance-oriented standard, address current gaps 
in coverage, recognize new technology, and eliminate outmoded or 
redundant provisions. In addition, it will consolidate 29 CFR part 1915 
standards and applicable 29 CFR part 1910 standards into one set of 
provisions.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            11/29/88                    53 FR 48111
NPRM Comment Period End         02/27/89
Withdrawn                       02/04/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: Applicable part 1910 provisions under 
consideration: 29 CFR 1910.251-1910.252.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AA73
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2288. HAZARD COMMUNICATION

Legal Authority:  29 USC 653; 29 USC 655; 29 USC 657; 33 USC 941; 40 
USC 333; 5 USC 553

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910.1200; 29 CFR 1915.99; 29 CFR 1917.28; 29 CFR 
1918.90; 29 CFR 1926.59; 29 CFR 1928.21

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OSHA promulgated a final rule on August 24, 1987, that 
extended the protections of its Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) 
from the manufacturing sector to all other workplaces where employees 
are exposed to hazardous chemicals. The HCS requires covered employers 
to establish hazard communication programs for their employees, 
including labels on containers, material safety data sheets, and 
training programs. On August 8, 1988, OSHA published a NPRM to modify 
the final rule, and provide an opportunity for public comment. Public 
comments have been received, hearings have been held, and OSHA will 
prepare a final rule based on the public record for this standard, 
including the record developed in earlier rulemakings.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

ANPRM                           11/27/85                    50 FR 48794
ANPRM Comment Period End        02/25/86
NPRM                            08/08/88                    53 FR 29822
NPRM Comment Period End         10/28/88
Final Action                    02/09/94                     59 FR 6126
Final Action Effective          03/11/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3718, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB02
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2289. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (PART 1910)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910, subpart H

Legal Deadline:  Final, Statutory, November 15, 1991.

Abstract: Standards in 29 CFR part 1910, subpart H, which address the 
storage, handling and use of hazardous materials, such as compressed 
gases, acetylene, hydrogen, oxygen, liquefied petroleum gases, and 
flammable and combustible liquids, will be revised. This regulatory 
action will provide a new approach to the revision of Subpart H and 
will occur in three phases in an expanded timeframe. The three phases 
will be: (1) Explosives, (2) Hazardous Liquids, and (3) Flammable and 
Compressed Gases. The first phase of the proposed action is intended to 
better project employees from hazards related to explosives. The 
remaining phases are intended to simplify, clarify and consolidate 
standards on hazardous materials and assist employers and employees in 
general industry to better understand and better understand and better 
focus on the hazards inherent in the use, handling, and storage of such 
materials.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Phase I Completed               02/24/92                     57 FR 6356
Administrative Stay of Selected 
Provisions and Request for 
Comments                        06/01/92                    57 FR 23060
Effective Date of Stayed 
Provisions                      08/27/92                    57 FR 38600
Withdrawn                       02/04/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: This action previously included four phases. 
One phase, Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals has 
been completed.

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3605, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB20
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2290. SHIPYARD EMPLOYMENT: PHASE II (PART 1915)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b); 33 USC 941

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1915.1 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.31 et seq; 29 CFR 
1915.91 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.111 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.131 et seq; 29 CFR 
1915.161 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.171 et seq; 29 CFR 1915.181; 29 CFR 
1910.13 et seq; 29 CFR 1910.14; 29 CFR 1910.15; 29 CFR 1910.95; 29 CFR 
1910.96; 29 CFR 1910.97; 29 CFR 1910.141; ...

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: This regulatory action will complete the consolidation and 
updating of Parts 1915 and 1910 by providing shipyard employees with 
coverage under one comprehensive OSHA standard. This revision effort 
will involve the promulgation of 20 maritime subparts. Its completion 
will be done in stages and will relieve shipyard owners from the burden 
of having to comply with two sets of rules that are complex, 
prescriptive, confusing and, in some cases, conflicting. A previously 
identified project, Surface Preparation and Preservation (RIN 1218-
AA96), will be included in this project.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Separated into two new RINs 
(1218-AB50 and 1218-AB51 are the 
new regulations)                03/08/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Thomas J. Shepich, Director, Safety Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3605, FP Bldg., Washington, DC 20210, 202 
219-8061

RIN: 1218-AB22
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2291. LEAD IN CONSTRUCTION

Legal Authority:  Not yet determined

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1926

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On November 14, 1978 (43 FR 52952), OSHA promulgated a 
standard that limited occupational exposures to lead. The standard also 
contained requirements for exposure monitoring, protective equipment, 
housekeeping and hygiene practices, medical surveillance, medical 
removal protection, posted areas and education and training. However, 
the scope of the standard did not include the construction industry. 
Lead exposures in the construction industry continued to be regulated 
by the air contaminants standard for construction (29 CFR 1926.55) 
which has no protective ancillary provisions such as those contained in 
the general industry standard. This standard adopted the 1970 American 
Conference for Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH) Threshold 
Limit Value (200 ug/m3) which is four times the current standard for 
general industry. OSHA recognized that this level represents a 
potential for material impairment of health and is in the process of 
developing a proposal.

Timetable:
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Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Interim Final Rule              05/04/93                    58 FR 26590
Withdrawn                       02/01/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: The Housing and Community Development Act 
(title IV, subtitle C, Section 1031) (October 28, 1992) requires the 
Secretary of Labor to adopt an interim final regulation (within 180 
days) on occupational exposure to lead in the construction industry. 
Therefore, on May 4, 1993 (58 FR 26590), OSHA published an interim 
final rule for lead exposure in the construction industry. The 
regulation provides places of employment for employees which are as 
safe and healthful as those which would prevail under the Department of 
Housing and Urban Development Guidelines published on September 28, 
1990. It is OSHA's intention to promulgate a permanent rule which will 
supersede the interim final rule.

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3718, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB34
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2292. REPORTING OF FATALITY OR MULTIPLE HOSPITALIZATIONS

Legal Authority:  29 USC 657; 29 USC 673

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1904.8

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: Concerns have been raised by Congress, OMB, OSHA, NIOSH, BLS, 
the National Academy of Sciences, GAO and representatives of business 
and labor about the reporting of fatalities and multiple 
hospitalizations. These include the procedures employers are required 
to follow, the length of time employers have to report the fatalities 
to OSHA, and the number of hospitalizations required before the 
employer must report the incident to OSHA. In particular, 48 hour 
reporting may allow too many workplace factors to change before OSHA 
can reach the worksite to perform an adequate investigation of the 
incident. In addition, there are concerns that the current regulation 
may not adequately inform employers of the need to report all 
occupational fatalities, including those that occur extended periods of 
time after the employee was originally injured. Benefits will include 
more accurate employer reporting of fatalities and multiple 
hospitalizations, an improved ability for OSHA to respond to serious 
accidents while evidence is still ``fresh,'' an improved count of 
fatalities and multiple hospitalizations and an upgraded data base for 
researchers and policy officials.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            05/19/92                    57 FR 21222
NPRM Comment Period End         08/17/92
Final Action                    04/01/94                    59 FR 15594
Final Action Effective          05/02/94

Small Entities Affected: Businesses, Governmental Jurisdictions, 
Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Local

Agency Contact: Stephen A. Newell, Director, Office of Statistics, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Rm N3507, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-6463

RIN: 1218-AB35
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2293. HAZARD COMMUNICATION (MSDS)

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910; 29 CFR 1915; 29 CFR 1917; 29 CFR 1918; 29 
CFR 1926; 29 CFR 1928

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) is a generic, 
performance-oriented rule which provides workers exposed to hazardous 
chemicals with the right-to-know about their hazards, identities, and 
ways to prevent exposure. The HCS requires chemical manufacturers and 
importers to evaluate the hazards of the chemicals they produce or 
import, and to develop container labels and more detailed technical 
bulletins called material safety data sheets (MSDSs) regarding those 
hazards and associated protective measures. On May 17, 1990 (55 FR 
20480), OSHA published a request for comments and information (RFI) in 
the Federal Register to solicit public input on experiences regarding 
HCS implementation, and suggestions for improving the quality of 
information provided. Nearly 600 responses were received by OSHA in 
response to the RFI. By far the issue of greatest concern to the 
commenters was the standardization of the format or order of 
information for the MSDSs. Users of MSDSs believe that standardization 
will allow the MSDSs to be used more effectively; will make training 
easier; and will facilitate electronic (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Withdrawn                       02/03/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: storage and retrieval of MSDS 
information. There was also significant support for standardization of 
label information. In addition to issues related to format, there are 
concerns regarding the comprehensibility of the MSDS information and 
international harmonization of chemical safety and health information. 
OSHA intends to develop a notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) to 
address the issues described above.

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3718, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB43
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
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2294. COKE OVEN EMISSIONS

Legal Authority:  29 USC 655(b)

CFR Citation:  29 CFR 1910

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: On January 28, 1992, the White House imposed a 90-day 
moratorium on regulations and directed the heads of selected Executive 
branch, departments, and agencies, including the Department of Labor, 
to evaluate existing regulations to identify those imposing unnecessary 
regulatory burdens; those that have failed to keep pace with 
technological innovations; and those that contain unnecessarily 
prescriptive requirements. In response to the President's request, the 
Department of Labor initiated a Request for Public Comment on the 
moratorium (57 FR 6301, February 24, 1992). As a result, OSHA 
identified the medical surveillance is to identify health problems 
caused by occupational exposure when intervention is likely to be of 
value. In theory, early diagnosis by medical surveillance would lead to 
increasing rates of cure. However, medical surveillance under the Coke 
Oven Standard attempts to recognize workers who have already developed 
severe illness (i.e., cancer of the lung or kidney) that requires 
extensive medical and/or surgical intervention. It has been brought to 
OSHA's attention that sputum cytology (cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Combined with 1218-AB00         03/11/94

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: monitoring of coke oven workers 
rarely, if ever, detects lung cancer in early stages. Also, the safety 
of semi-annual chest x-rays has been questioned. For these reasons, 
OSHA will initiate 6(b) rulemaking to update the Coke Oven Emissions 
Standard.

Agency Contact: Charles E. Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3718, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB44
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_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                             Completed Actions
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2295.  GRAIN HANDLING

Legal Authority:  Not yet determined

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: OSHA will announce that the existing record used to develop 
the final rule for grain handling facilities is sufficiently complete 
to support a conclusion on whether OSHA should expand the 1/8th inch 
action level dust clean up level (in grain elevators) beyond the 
standard's specified priority housekeeping areas. The grain handling 
standard's requirements concerning the control of dust accumulations 
was intended to decrease the number and mitigate the effects of fires 
and explosions in grain handling facilities. Additionally, OSHA will 
announce its conclusion that it will not initiate further rulemaking to 
expand the 1/8th inch action level provision beyond those priority 
housekeeping areas already specified by the standard.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

Final Decision Statement 
Effective                       04/01/94
Final Decision Statement        04/01/94                    59 FR 15339

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: None

Agency Contact: Charles Adkins, Director, Health Standards Programs, 
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room N3718, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-7075

RIN: 1218-AB49
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                                 Prerule Stage
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment & Training 
(ASVET)
  
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2296. UNIFORMED SERVICES EMPLOYMENT AND REEMPLOYMENT RIGHTS

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Undetermined

Legal Authority:  38 USC 2021 to 2027

CFR Citation:  Not yet determined

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: The law under the Veterans' Reemployment Rights (VRR) 
statute, 38 USC sections 4301-4307, with subsequent amendments and 
judicial constructions, has become confusing and cumbersome. As a 
result, the Administration introduced legislation to replace the 
existing VRR statute, it is expected that the Congress will enact a new 
law this session. The proposed legislation allows the Secretary of 
Labor to issue regulations implementing and interpreting the statute. 
The proposed law would seek to: (1) clarify the law; (2) determine the 
veteran's entitlement and eligibility requirement on duration of rather 
than category of service; (3) promote expedited resolution of claims; 
and sufficient membership in the Armed Forces, and to ensure the 
availability of citizen-soldiers.

Timetable: Next Action Undetermined

Small Entities Affected: Undetermined

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: If and when legislation is enacted.

Agency Contact: Hary P. Puente-Duany, Director, Office of Veterans' 
Employment, Reemployment, and Training, Department of Labor, Office of 
the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment & Training, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S1316, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-9110

RIN: 1293-AA05
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                           Proposed Rule Stage
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment & Training 
(ASVET)
  
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2297. TITLE IV, PART C, OF THE JOB TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT (JTPA)

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Yes

Legal Authority:  29 USC 1501 et seq; 29 USC 1721 Services to Veterans

CFR Citation:  20 CFR 1005

Legal Deadline:  NPRM, Statutory, December 18, 1992.

Abstract: To achieve a more competitive and effective process for grant 
awards, elimination of the current rule at 20 CFR 1005 is proposed. 
Instead, solicitation for grant applications would define program 
design and requirements, making the program more flexible and 
competitive. This proposal would eliminate 20 CFR 1005 in its entirety.

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            03/08/94                    59 FR 10769
NPRM Comment Period End         04/07/94

Small Entities Affected: Governmental Jurisdictions, Organizations

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Agency Contact: Hary P. Puente-Duany, Director, Office of Veterans' 
Employment, Reemployment and Training, Department of Labor, Office of 
the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment & Training, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S1316, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-9110

RIN: 1293-AA06
_______________________________________________________________________
  

_______________________________________________________________________

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR (DOL)                              Final Rule Stage
Office of the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment & Training 
(ASVET)
  
_______________________________________________________________________
 
2298. VETERANS' PROGRAMS AND SERVICES ADMINISTERED BY THE OFFICE OF THE 
ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR VETERANS' EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING

Significance:
Subject to OMB review: Undetermined
Economically significant: Undetermined
Regulatory Plan entry: Yes

Legal Authority:  38 USC ch 41; 38 USC ch 42; PL 100-323; 10 USC 1145 
(PL 101-510); 29 USC 1721; 29 USC 49k; PL 102-16

CFR Citation:  20 CFR ch IX

Legal Deadline: None

Abstract: To revise new chapter IX of title 20, CFR, titled Office of 
the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment and Training, to fully 
describe the authority and responsibilities for provision of services 
to veterans through administration of programs and activities carried 
out through the Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS). 
Revisions are to bring regulations into conformity with 38 U.S.C. 
chapters 41, 42, and 43, as amended by P.L. 100-323. Previous 
rulemaking will establish the new 20 CFR Chapter IX, Parts 1000-1099, 
which are hereby revised. According to PL 100-323, several major 
provisions must be added to the regulations as follows: (a) expand 
responsibilities of the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment 
and Training; (b) establish position of Regional Administrator for 
Veterans' Employment and Training; (c) expand duties of Disabled 
Veterans' Outreach Program Specialists; (d) establish assignment 
formula and duties for local veterans' employment representatives; 
(cont)

Timetable:
_________________________________________________________________________

Action                            Date                      FR Cite

_________________________________________________________________________

NPRM                            02/07/91                     56 FR 5124
NPRM Comment Period End         04/08/91
Final Action                    00/00/00

Small Entities Affected: None

Government Levels Affected: State, Federal

Additional Information: ABSTRACT CONT: (e) expand list of data items to 
be collected and reported to Congress annually; (f) set requirements 
for greater coordination with JTPA and OPM. Requires solution since 
statute requires the Department of Labor to monitor and/or administer 
affected programs.

Agency Contact: Hary P. Puente-Duany, Director, Office of Veterans' 
Employment, Reemployment and Training, Department of Labor, Office of 
the Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment & Training, 200 
Constitution Avenue NW., Room S1316, FP Building, Washington, DC 20210, 
202 219-9110

RIN: 1293-AA03
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