Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What does this rule require?

Answer:

Final Rule to Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses / Effective Jan. 1, 2017

The rule requires certain employers to electronically submit injury and illness data that they are already required to record on their onsite OSHA Injury and Illness forms. Analysis of this data will enable OSHA to use its enforcement and compliance assistance resources more efficiently.