Washington Labor and Industries has several rule actions moving that may affect retailers and supply chain partners.
Isolated workers. Employment Standards filed a proposal to implement recent legislation. A virtual public hearing is set for 1 p.m. Nov. 25. Written comments are due by 5 p.m. Nov. 26.
Ports and rail. L&I proposed updates to chapter 296 56 WAC for longshore, stevedore, and waterfront-related operations to better align with OSHA marine terminal rules in 29 CFR 1917 and to clarify terms, including heavily loaded container and carbon monoxide monitoring. The virtual hearing is Dec. 10, and comments are due by 5 p.m. Dec. 19.
Hazard communication. L&I filed an expedited CR 105 to adopt federal updates and align with the Globally Harmonized System. Changes include updated appendices and tables, and minor edits.
Workplace coercion. Employment Standards is developing rules addressing coercion based on immigration status. The notice includes a virtual hearing option, and written comments are due by 5 p.m. Dec. 19.
