Peek at New Rules Stirs Concerns

A draft of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s new ergonomics standard shows that the agency’s latest proposal is very similar to its 1995 plan, which industry studies estimated would cost trucking $6.5 billion.

OSHA officials warned that the proposal was leaked prematurely and might change significantly. A copy was obtained by Transport Topics.

For the full story and details on what is contained in the proposal, see the Feb. 2 print edition of Transport Topics. Subscribe today.