Compliance Roundup: December 2024

December 2024 at a Glance

This month brought 5 regulatory updates across 5 compliance areas, affecting employers in 3 jurisdictions.

Metric	Count
Total updates	5
High impact	0
Medium impact	5
Topics covered	5
Jurisdictions	3

No high-impact updates this month, but employers should still review the changes below to maintain compliance posture.

Month in Trends

OSHA was the most active area this month with 1 update. Federal-level changes this month affect employers in all 50 states regardless of their primary operating location.

Employers should use this roundup to prioritize their compliance review. We recommend starting with the high-impact updates and working through the full list based on your industry and operating states.

All Updates This Month

Update	Scope	Impact	Topic
OSHA Electronic Recordkeeping Requirements	Federal	Medium	OSHA
FMCSA Medical Examiner Certification Requirements	Federal	Medium	DOT Physicals
Occupational Health Surveillance Program	Massachusetts	Medium	Occupational Health
OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens: Hepatitis B Vaccination Requ...	Federal	Medium	Immunization
Capture or Use of Biometric Identifier Act	Texas	Medium	Privacy

1. OSHA Electronic Recordkeeping Requirements 🟡

Establishments with 100+ employees in designated high-hazard industries must electronically submit Forms 300, 300A, and 301 by March 2, 2025. This is a federal OSHA requirement applicable nationwide.

Impact: Medium · Scope: Federal · Topic: OSHA

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2. FMCSA Medical Examiner Certification Requirements 🟡

Certified Medical Examiners must maintain active registration in the National Registry and complete periodic training and testing for recertification. Examiners who fail to recertify are removed from the registry.

Impact: Medium · Scope: Federal · Topic: DOT Physicals

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3. Occupational Health Surveillance Program 🟡

The Massachusetts DPH Occupational Health Surveillance Program monitors work-related injuries and illnesses using multiple data sources. Healthcare providers treating occupational conditions should be aware of state reporting requirements.

Impact: Medium · Scope: Massachusetts (state profile) · Topic: Occupational Health

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4. OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens: Hepatitis B Vaccination Requirement 🟡

Under the Bloodborne Pathogens Standard, employers must offer the Hepatitis B vaccination series at no cost to all employees with reasonably anticipated occupational exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials. The vaccination must be offered within 10 working days of initial assignment. Employees may decline but must sign a written declination form that can be revoked at any time.

Impact: Medium · Scope: Federal · Topic: Immunization

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5. Capture or Use of Biometric Identifier Act 🟡

Texas Business & Commerce Code § 503.001 requires employers to obtain informed consent before capturing, collecting, or otherwise obtaining biometric identifiers including fingerprints, voiceprints, and retina or iris scans. Employers may not sell, lease, or disclose biometric data and must destroy it within a reasonable time. Increasing litigation activity underscores the importance of CUBI compliance for employers using biometric timekeeping or access systems.

Impact: Medium · Scope: Texas (state profile) · Topic: Privacy

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What Should Employers Do This Month?

Based on the updates above, here are the top priorities for December 2024:

Review all updates — While no high-impact changes were recorded this month, staying current prevents compliance gaps from accumulating.
Check your compliance calendar — Review effective dates and deadlines for any updates that affect your operations.
Brief your team — Share relevant updates with your HR, safety, and compliance teams. Each full article includes specific action items.
Document your review — Note which updates you've reviewed, any actions taken, and follow-up items. This documentation supports your compliance posture during inspections.