Rule lifecycle · RIN:1218-AD64
Formaldehyde
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration — observed across 2 documents over 50 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.
In plain English
OSHA is tightening workplace safety rules to limit how much formaldehyde workers can breathe on the job each day. If your business uses formaldehyde or products containing it, you need to check your air quality now, upgrade ventilation systems, and provide protective equipment to employees.
First seen
Jul 1, 2025
Last seen
Aug 20, 2025
Latest stage
Proposed Rule
PRORULE → RULE
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Stage timeline
Proposed·Jul 1, 2025
Formaldehyde
#2025-11639
Proposed·Aug 20, 2025
Formaldehyde
#2025-15907