Rule lifecycle · RIN:1218-AD65

Inorganic Arsenic

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 lowering how much inorganic arsenic workers can breathe in the workplace to prevent cancer and serious illness. Companies that use or handle arsenic must measure air levels, install better ventilation systems, and provide workers with protective equipment and safety training.

First seen

Jul 1, 2025

Last seen

Aug 20, 2025

Latest stage

Proposed Rule

PRORULE → RULE

Stage timeline

  1. Proposed·Jul 1, 2025

    Inorganic Arsenic

    #2025-11640

  2. Proposed·Aug 20, 2025

    Inorganic Arsenic

    #2025-15909