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The NV OSHA office has issued the below two guidances, one related to emergency eyewash stations and one related to Monkeypox for high-risk establishments(which do not affect our industry).
Guidance on R069-20 Related to Emergency Eyewash Stations
Nevada OSHA adopted regulation R069-20 which included an adoption by reference of ANSI Z358.1-2014 for Emergency Eyewash and Shower Equipment. This regulation became effective April 11, 2022. Prior to this regulation, Nevada OSHA primarily cited non-compliance with emergency eye wash and shower equipment requirements under 29 CFR 1910.151(c) which states:
“Where the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to injurious corrosive materials, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be provided within the work area for immediate emergency use.”
By adopting ANSI Z358.1-2014, Nevada OSHA has identified the minimum design and installation criteria necessary to meet the definition of suitable facilities which is otherwise undefined in federal statute. Additionally, training requirements have been introduced as part of this adoption.
To read the full guidance including reviewing the minimum design and installation criteria to meet this regulation, as well as frequently asked questions, please click here.
Guidance on Monkeypox for high-risk establishments
Nevada OSHA has provided guidance for high-risk establishments regarding Monkeypox including information references, duties and recommendations for businesses.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified healthcare professionals, laboratory personnel, veterinarians, and similar professions as being at a higher risk of exposure. Although the construction industry is not explicitly listed as a "high risk" establishment, employers are expected to monitor working conditions at any location where their employees are performing work, to identify hazards that are causing or are likely to cause harm to their employees, and to implement effective methods to control those hazards.
While Nevada OSHA has not set a standard specifically pertaining to monkeypox, if the agency determines that workers are exposed to an uncontrolled hazard at their workplace, the agency could consider an enforcement action under the Nevada General Duty Clause, NRS 618.375(1).
