According to reports, federal safety officials are preparing for a new proposal that would give workers and certified bargaining units the right to designate a worker or union representative to accompany OSHA inspectors during a facility walkaround — regardless of whether the representative is an employee or the facility is a union shop. OMA Connections Partner Fisher Phillips reports OSHA intends to issue its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking in May. To help employers prepare, the firm recommends these five steps. 2/9/2023