Description | This regulation provides an operational framework of rules and procedures for the administration of the VOSH program such as program jurisdiction, notification and posting requirements, required reporting by employers, access to information, and complaint and discrimination procedures. Also covered are occupational safety and health standards, variances to standards, inspections, citations and penalties, abatement procedures, and inspection case review and settlement. |
State Authority | Sections 40.1-6 and 40.1-22 (5 ) of the Code of Virginia |
Federal Authority | Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-596) |
Text of Regulation | Link to Virginia Administrative Code |
Goals of Regulation |
1. Provide and publish a fair process for enforcing Virginia Code Title 40.1 and the federal Occupational Safety and Health Act. 2. 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 | See all meetings (4) relating to this chapter. |
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 |
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Final Rule Regarding Walkaround Worker Representative Designation Procedures
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Final | Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/20/2024. |
Withdrawn Actions | ||
Action Title | Latest Stage | Status |
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Administrative Regulations for the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health Program | NOIRA | Stage withdrawn on 10/26/2015 prior to publication in The Virginia Register. |
Administrative Regulations for the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Program | Final | Stage withdrawn on 04/12/2006 before DPB completed its review. |
Administrative Regulations for the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Program | Final | Stage withdrawn on 04/12/2006 prior to submission to DPB. |
Administrative Regulations for the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Program | Final | Stage withdrawn on 04/12/2006 prior to submission to DPB. |
Administrative Regulations for the Virginia Occupational Safety and Health (VOSH) Program | Emergency | Stage withdrawn on 04/12/2006 prior to submitting for AG review. |
Periodic Reviews | ||
Last Activity | Status | |
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2/16/2024 Filed | Pending | |
6/22/2001 Agency Completed | Retain As Is |