MI HB5070

Clarifies that a franchisee is considered the sole employer of workers for purposes of the Michigan occupational safety and health act, except where the franchise agreement specifically provides otherwise.

Defines "imminent danger" to include unlabeled or improperly labeled chemical containers lacking required safety data sheets, which are considered an imminent danger after meeting provisions of section 31.

Retains existing definitions of "employee," "employer," "inspection," and "investigation" under Michigan's occupational health and safety law.

Became effective May 23, 2016, with the enactment taking effect 90 days after passage.