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Standard Interpretations(Archived) - Standard Number

1910.37 - Clarification of requirements that exit routes be maintained clear of all obstructions. - 02/17/1976
1910.37 - Colored location indicating lights. - 02/16/1977
1910.37 - Exit signs in occupied workplaces be illuminated from a reliable external light source which provides a minimum of 5-foot candles on the sign surface. - 07/06/1976
1910.37 - How means of egress shall be located and identified. - 12/18/1975
1910.37 - Interpretation for exit routes that are not level. - 08/12/1975
1910.37 - Minimum width of exit routes; redesignation of 1910.1020. - 04/27/2000
1910.37 - NFPA 101-1970, Life Safety Code. - 07/16/1996
1910.37 - OSHA requirements for exit sign lettering. - 07/18/1986
1910.37(a)(3) - Clarification of requirements that exit routes be maintained clear of all obstructions. - 02/17/1976
1910.37(a)(3) - Interpretation for exit routes that are not level. - 08/12/1975
1910.37(b)(7) - OSHA requirements for exit sign lettering. - 07/18/1986

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