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Oct 15, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board Public And Business Meeting
The meeting included a briefing and public comment on proposed revisions to the Elevator Safety Orders in Title 8. The Board reviewed Petition 614 from the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute regarding updates to safety standards for power lawn mowers, including references to various ANSI/OPEI and UL standards. A presentation on Bagley-Keene guidance for open meetings was provided, and the Board held a consent calendar vote on various proposed variance decisions. Reports from the Executive Officer, legislative updates, and Cal/OSHA updates were also presented, followed by a closed session to discuss pending decisions and litigation.
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Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board Public Meeting And Business Meeting Notice
The board will hold a public meeting to receive comments or proposals regarding occupational safety and health matters, followed by a business meeting to conduct monthly administrative affairs. The notice includes instructions for requesting disability accommodations to ensure accessibility for the proceedings.
Sep 17, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board Meeting Agenda
The meeting agenda includes a business meeting portion with proposed safety orders for adoption, specifically regarding Process Safety Management for Petroleum Refineries and First Aid regulations in construction. The board will consider proposed variance decisions, including a consent calendar containing numerous elevator grant requests. Reports will be provided by the Executive Officer and Cal/OSHA, along with a presentation on Process Safety Management. Additionally, the agenda provides for public comment, board member comments, a closed session to discuss pending litigation and variance decisions, and a report from the closed session.
Aug 20, 2026·Board meeting agenda
Occupational Safety and Health Standards Board Meeting Agenda
The board meeting agenda includes the consideration of proposed safety orders for adoption, specifically regarding Title 8 Construction Safety Orders for elevators. Key topics include a briefing on the Bagley-Keene Open Meeting Act guidance, new business regarding process safety management in chemical plants, the adoption of proposed variance decisions, and various reports from the executive officer, legislature, and Cal/OSHA. The session also provides opportunities for public comment on both agenda and non-agenda items, as well as a closed session for discussions on pending variances and litigation matters.
