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| # | Letters of Interpretation |
|---|---|
| 1 | - 1926.602(a)(9)(ii) - Permissible methods of operating trucks in reverse on construction sites. |
| 2 | - 1926.602(a)(9)(ii) - Whether "discriminating [back-up] alarms" may be used to meet the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.602(a)(9)(ii). |
| 3 | - 1926.602(a)(9)(ii) - Alternatives to common back-up alarms on construction motor vehicles; use of other effective technology or observers/signal persons. |
| 4 | - 1926.602(a)(9)(ii) - Equipment reverse signal alarms must be audible above surrounding noise level. |
| 5 | - 1926.602(a)(9)(ii) - "Obstructed view to the rear" relative to use of back-up alarms. |
| 6 | - 1926.602(a)(9)(ii) - Requirements for back up alarms. |