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Advocacy Update: Regulations Impacting the EHS Profession

Aug 03, 2026

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In This Episode

Dr. Robert Drane, Chair of ASSP's Government Affairs Committee, shares how the committee serves as the voice of the Society and its members to advocate for regulations that will help improve workplace safety and health. He also discusses some of the latest developments in OSHA regulations and the impact they could have on EHS. 

Key Takeaways


  • ASSP's Government Affairs Committee advocates for safety professionals and regulations that help improve worker safety and health. 
  • In August 2026, OSHA will be reviewing 20 regulations on different occupational safety and health topics. 
  • OSHA is considering removing the November 18, 2036, deadline for replacing certain fixed ladders in its 2016 final Walking-Working Surfaces standard.
  • EHS professionals can stay up-to-date on the latest in regulatory developments impacting the industry by subscribing to our Government Affairs and Advocacy Update Newsletter.


About the Guest

Dr. Robert Drane, CS

Robert Drane is chair of ASSP's Government Affairs Committee and senior occupational safety compliance policy and training officer for EHS at Liberty University.

 



 

Resources Mentioned in This Episode

Standards-Icon-w-Square ASSP Government AffairsStandards-Icon-w-Square ASSP Public Policy and Position Statements Standards-Icon-w-SquareASSP Government Affairs and Advocacy Update Newsletter

 

Full transcript

 

 

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