Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Labor and Industry
Board
Safety and Health Codes Board
 
chapter
Federal Identical Shipyard Employment Standards [16 VAC 25 ‑ 100]
Chapter is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Guidance Documents
Chapter Information
Description These regulations are identical to the federal Occupational Safety and Health standards for Shipyard Employment. Each section number is the same number as the corresponding federal shipyard employment standard.
State Authority Section 40.1-22 (5 ) of the Code of Virginia
Federal Authority Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-596)
Exempt from APA Yes, changes to this chapter of the VA Administrative Code are exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act.
Text of Regulation Link to Virginia Administrative Code
Goals of Regulation 1. Improve workplace safety and health in Virginia workplaces as evidenced by fewer hazards, reduced exposures and fewer injuries, illnesses, and fatalities.

2. Change workplace culture to increase employer and worker awareness of, commitment to, and involvement in safety and health.

3. The protection of the public's health, safety, and welfare with the least possible cost and intrusiveness to the citizens and businesses of the Commonwealth.
Meetings

Contact Information
Name / Title: Cristin Bernhardt  / Regulatory Coordinator / Staff Attorney
Address: Main Street Centre
600 East Main Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Email Address: cristin.bernhardt@doli.virginia.gov
Telephone: (804)786-2392    FAX: (804)786-2641    TDD: ()-
Current Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
None

Past Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
Occupational Exposure to Beryllium and Beryllium Compounds in Construction and Shipyard Sectors
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 01/07/2021.
Standards Improvement Project—Phase IV, Final Rule
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/15/2019.
Updating OSHA Standards Based on National Consensus Standards; Eye and Face Protection; Final Rule
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 12/01/2016.
Corrections and Technical Amendment to Hazard Communication Standard
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 06/15/2013.
Updating OSHA Standards Based on National Consensus Standards for Head Protection; Direct Final Rule
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 01/01/2013.
Final Rule for Hazard Communication Standard
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 01/01/2013.
Corrections and Technical Amendments to Multiple Standards in General Industry, Construction and Shipyard Employment
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/15/2012.
Standards Improvement Project
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 01/15/2012.
General Working Conditions in Shipyard Employment
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 01/15/2012.
Revision-Notification Requirements-Exposure Determination Provisions-Hexavalent Chromium
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/15/2010.
Personal Protective Equipment
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 04/15/2010.
Employer Payment for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE); Final Rule
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 06/01/2008.
Direct Final Rule Updating National Consensus Standards in OSHA’s Standard for Fire Protection in Shipyard Employment
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/21/2007.
Fire Protection
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/15/2005.
Technical amendments to Federal Identical Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Shipyard Employment
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/01/2003.

Withdrawn Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
Corrections and Technical Amendments to Multiple Standards in General Industry, Construction and Shipyard Employment
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act