SSA’s recent updates to SSRs, obsolete jobs, and Past Relevant Work: What changed — and what it means
Quick Summary: The SSA identified 114 DOT occupations it considers “isolated/obsolete” and limited their use to support a “not disabled” finding. The agency changed the relevant period for Past Relevant Work (PRW) from 15 years to 5 years in most cases (effective June 2024 for many changes). SSR 24-3p (effective January 6, 2025) rescinds SSR…
