Virginia Regulatory Town Hall
Agency
Department of Labor and Industry
Board
Safety and Health Codes Board
 
chapter
Federal Identical General Industry Standards [16 VAC 25 ‑ 90]
Guidance Documents
Chapter Information
Description These regulations are identical to the federal Occupational Safety and Health standards for General Industry. Each section number is the same number as the corresponding federal general industry 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)
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 See all meetings (1) relating to this chapter.

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
Revise Hazard Communication Standard
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Submitted to the Registrar and awaiting publication (10/21/2024).

Past Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
Occupational Exposure to COVID–19; Emergency Temporary Standard, Interim Final Rule
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/02/2021.
Revising the Beryllium Standard for General Industry
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 01/07/2021.
Revising Appendix A to 16 VAC 25-90-1910.134; Respiratory Protection Standard
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/31/2020.
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.
Revising Beryllium Standard for General Industry; Direct Final Rule; Confirmation of Effective Date
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/22/2019.
Amendment to the Flammable Liquids Standard for General Industry, 1910.106
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/22/2019.
Amendment to the Cotton Dust Standard for General Industry, 1910.1043; CFR Correction
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/22/2019.
Limited Extension of Select Compliance Dates, Occupational Exposure to Beryllium, §1910.1024 (o)(2)
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/15/2019.
Vinyl Chloride Standard for General Industry – CFR Correction
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/15/2018.
Correcting Amendment to Occupational Exposure to Respirable Crystalline Silica
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 05/15/2017.
Final Rule for the Occupational Exposure to Beryllium, Parts 1910, 1915, and 1926, and Other Related Provisions
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 05/15/2017.
Walking-Working Surfaces and Personal Protective Equipment (Fall Protection Systems); Final Rule
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 05/15/2017.
Occupational Exposure to Respirable Crystalline Silica, Parts 1910, 1915, and 1926; Final Rule; and Other Related S
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 12/01/2016.
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.
2016 OSHA correction Electrical Safety-Related Work Practice & Electric Power Generation
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 07/01/2016.
Corrections to Vehicle-Mounted Elevating and Rotating Work Platforms, §1910.67, and Logging Operations, §1910.266
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/15/2015.
Correcting-Electric Power Generation/Transmission-Distribution/Working-Energized Parts, Definitions
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 02/15/2015.
Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution and Electric Protective Equipment, Parts 1
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/01/2014.
Record Requirements in the Mechanical Power Presses Standard
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/01/2014.
Updating OSHA Standards Based on National Consensus Standards for Signage
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/01/2013.
Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 06/15/2013.
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:
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 the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 01/01/2013.
Acetylene Standard, §1910.102, Revising Other Standards Referenced Therein; Direct Final Rule
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/15/2012.
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.
Acetylene Standard for General Industry
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 04/15/2010.
Corrections and Technical Amendments to Parts 1910 – General Industry and Part 1915 – Shipyard Employment
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 11/15/2009.
Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/20/2009.
Electrical Standard, Subpart S of Part 1910, Clarifications and Correcting Amendments to Electrical Standard, Subpart S of Part 1910
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 07/15/2009.
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.
Updating OSHA Standards Based on National Consensus Standards
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 06/01/2008.
CH 0090 Electrical Standard, Subpart S of Part 1910
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 12/15/2007.
Telecommunications, General, Approach Distances Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 07/26/2007.
Assigned Protection Factors for Respirators, Parts 1910, 1915 and 1926
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/21/2007.
Occupational Exposure to Hexavalent Chromium
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/21/2007.
Technical Amendments to Parts 1910, 1915, and 1926
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/01/2006.
Updating OSHA Standards Based on National Concensus Standards
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 06/15/2006.
Occupational Exposure to Hexavalent Chromium, Parts 1910, 1915 and 1926; Final Rules
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 06/15/2006.
Powered Industrial Trucks, General Industry, Final Rule, 1910.178(m)(12)(i)-(iii); Correction
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 06/15/2006.
Standards Improvement Project, Phase II
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 08/15/2005.
Respiratory Protection Standard: Revisions to Appendix A - Controlled Negative Pressure REDON Fit Testing Protocol
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/15/2005.
Mechanical Power –Transmission Apparatus; Mechanical Power Presses; Telecommunications; Hydrogen; Technical Amendments
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 10/15/2004.
Revocation of the Final Rule for Respiratory Protection for M. Tuberculosis,§1910.139 and application of Respiratory Protection Standard, General Industry, §1910.134
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 07/01/2004.
Amendment to Commercial Diving Operations
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 07/01/2004.
Technical amendment to Powered Industrial Trucks, General Industry
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/01/2003.
Amendments to Exit Routes, Emergency Action Plans, and Fire Prevention Plans, Subpart E and related General Industry regulations
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 03/01/2003.
Amendment of Cotton Dust Standard adding a partial exemption from the standard.
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/15/2001.
Amendment of Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens regulation to conform to Needlestick Safety and Prevention Act.
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage complete. This regulation became effective on 09/15/2001.

Withdrawn Actions
Action Title Latest Stage Status
CH 0090 Resp Protection Standard
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
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
Revised Final Rule to the Electrical Standard, Subpart S of Part 1910
Action is Exempt from Article 2 of the Administrative Process Act
Final Stage withdrawn on 08/13/2007 prior to submitting for AG review.