Maine § 565. - Powers and duties of board
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 565. — Powers and duties of board, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 565.. Powers and duties of board
The board shall formulate and adopt reasonable rules, pursuant to Title 5, chapter 375, subchapter 2, for safe and healthful working conditions, including rules requiring the use of personal protective equipment, monitoring and record keeping. The rules must at a minimum conform to federal standards of occupational safety and health so that the state program can be federally approved as a public employee only occupational safety and health program. [PL 2021, c. 103, §1 (AMD).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 565.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 565. cover?
Section 565. ("Powers and duties of board") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 565.?
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