OSHA announced in the July 3, 2001, Federal Register that its final recordkeeping rule should be implemented "in large part" as scheduled on January 1, 2002. Issues on hearing loss and musculoskeletal disorders now appear to be the only delays.
So the green light has been given for you to begin training and preparing for the final rule. And don't overlook your plans for addressing the interests of other parties, including the public, which may access your employee injury and illness records.