Health & Safety Exxon wins challenge to OSHA workplace mental health reporting rule Fifth Circuit says federal law covers physical illnesses and injuries only, overturning a long-standing reporting requirement iStock.com/michelmond Image John van der Luit-Drummond Editor-in-Chief Friday 24 July 2026 The US Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) cannot require employers to record work-related mental health conditions, a US federal appeals court has ruled. Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Mental Health Hero chef should have been allowed back to work, SA court rules Disability UK ruling puts workplace camera-on policies under scrutiny Discrimination LG manager accused of trying to “mentally break” employee Disputes Long-serving worker loses retrenchment, psychological harm claims