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Last fall, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency released a[Final Rule](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2016/11/18/2016-24215/protection-of-stratospheric-ozone-update-to-the-refrigerant-management-requirements-under-the-clean) that updated the agency’s Refrigeration Management Program. The updates took effect on January 1st, 2017. Learn what you need to do to ensure your company complies with the new regulations. [Read More](https://blog.lessen.com/affiliate-blog/epa-refrigerant-update-2017) ## [What you need to know about the 2017 OSHA update](https://blog.lessen.com/affiliate-blog/osha-update-2017) Posted by [Nick Martin](https://blog.lessen.com/affiliate-blog/author/nick-martin) on 1/6/17 3:26 PM [![](https://blog.lessen.com/hubfs/OSHA%20-%20Headwear.jpg)](https://blog.lessen.com/affiliate-blog/osha-update-2017) --- As a contractor or construction business owner, you’re likely no stranger to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). You already record workplace injuries and illnesses, but a new rule will require you to submit some of this information electronically. Employers also must inform employees of their right to report work-related injuries and illnesses free from retaliation, which can be done by hanging this [free poster](https://www.osha.gov/Publications/poster.html). Read about the details to ensure you’re in compliance with the law when the update takes effect. 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