Rule lifecycle · RIN:1218-AD69

Vinyl Chloride

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 updating its safety standards for vinyl chloride, a chemical used in plastic manufacturing that poses serious health risks to workers who handle it. If you work with vinyl chloride, check whether your company's exposure limits, safety equipment, and worker monitoring meet the updated requirements.

First seen

Jul 1, 2025

Last seen

Aug 20, 2025

Latest stage

Proposed Rule

PRORULE → RULE

Stage timeline

  1. Proposed·Jul 1, 2025

    Vinyl Chloride

    #2025-11644

  2. Proposed·Aug 20, 2025

    Vinyl Chloride

    #2025-15917