1. OSHA Recordkeeping New rules and forms take effect January 1, 2002
Importance of records
Critical indicators
Starting point to identify problems
Nationwide impact

2. Recordkeeping History
Recordkeeping required since 1971
Changes proposed in 1996
Final rule published January 19, 2001
Rule reviewed
January 1, 2002 effective date, with two exceptions
Hearing loss and musculoskeletal disorders

3. Recordkeeping Goals Improve data Simplify forms and requirements
Maximize use of computers
Improve employee involvement
Protect privacy

4. Am I Covered?
You must report fatality or hospitalization of 3 or more employees
If you have 10 or fewer employees, normally do not have to keep records
If you are in an exempt low-hazard industry, normally do not have to keep records

5. What is Recordable? New work-related injuries and illnesses:
Death
Days away from work
Restricted work or transfer to another job
Medical treatment beyond first aid
Loss of consciousness
Diagnosis of a significant injury/illness by a physician or other licensed health care professional
Certain conditions, (colds, flu, blood donations) are not recorded

6. Other New Elements
Count calendar days for days away or days restricted
Record all injuries from needles and sharps contaminated by another person’s blood or other potentially infectious material
Record cases for any worker removed from work under the provisions of an OSHA standard

7. Forms New forms Privacy protections for workers 300 Log
301 Incident Report
300A Summary
Privacy protections for workers
Don’t enter name for sensitive cases
Keep separate identity list

8. Employee Involvement
Set up system for reporting injuries and illnesses and inform employees
Workers and their representatives have a right to review the 300 Log
Workers, former workers and their representatives can get copies of Form 301 for their own injuries or illnesses

9. State Programs
States that operate their own job safety and health programs will be adopting comparable rules

10. For More Information
For more information and the latest updates about the new recordkeeping rule, go to OSHA’s website: