Most OSHA standards are horizontal - they cover hazards which exist in a wide variety of industries. These are compiled as the OSHA General Industry Standards.
Vertical standards apply solely to one industry.
OSHA has promulgated vertical standards for the construction, agriculture, and maritime sectors. Some general industry standards apply to construction, agriculture, and maritime as well. Standard Setting Process. OSHA has also sought to begin work on new standards by developing consensus through negotiated rulemaking. The agency forms an advisory committee representing the interest groups affected including industry and labor which meets to hammer out an agreement serving as the basis for a proposed rule.