1 Jul 2025
🏥OSHA Withdraws MSD Column Proposal for Injury Records
Occupational Injury and Illness Recording and Reporting Requirements; Withdrawal
Summary
OSHA is withdrawing the proposal to amend the OSHA 300 Log by adding a column that employers would use to record work-related musculoskeletal disorders. Withdrawal of the proposal does not change any employer's obligation to complete and retain occupational injury and illness records under OSHA's regulations. Withdrawal of the proposal also does not change the recording criteria or definitions used for these records.
Agencies
- Labor Department
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Business Impact
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The withdrawal of the proposed rule to add a column for musculoskeletal disorders in OSHA's recording requirements means businesses remain obligated to keep comprehensive injury records. This ruling allows employers to avoid additional compliance costs and potential changes in operational practices.