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Standard Interpretations

December

12/28/1994 - Companies who send their employees to a service station to fill up company vehicles. - [1910.1200]
12/21/1994 - Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response. - [1910.120]
12/20/1994 - Answers to specific questions concerning the permit-required confined spaces standard. - [1910.146]
12/20/1994 - Application of the confined spaces standard to the elevator industry. - [1910.146]
12/20/1994 - Machine-guarding requirements. - [1910.212]
12/16/1994 - Request for interpretation of the final lead in construction. - [1926.62; 1926.353; 1926.354]
12/14/1994 - Certification of manufactured products intended for use in the workplace. - [1910.399; 1910.7]
12/13/1994 - Abortion clinics do not comply with OSHA regulations and guidelines. - [1910.1200; 1910.1030]
12/13/1994 - Clarification of Contaminated Waste Labelling Requirement. - [1910.1030]
12/13/1994 - Interlock of power supply line/fuel supply must not be time delayed. - [1910.263(l)(9)(iv)(a)]
12/07/1994 - The mandate to use one of two pharmacies and whether or not the time it takes to attend a medical appointment is compensable. - [1910.1030]
12/05/1994 - Corrective Change to the Lead in Construction Compliance Directive, CPL 2-2.58. - [1926.62; 1910.1025]
12/05/1994 - Cotton Dust Standard and CD-ROMs for storing medical and exposure records. - [1910.1043]
12/05/1994 - OSHA's hazard communication requirements for the wood products you sell. - [1910.1200]
12/02/1994 - Process Safety Management Standard. - [1910.109; 1910.119]
12/01/1994 - Final Rule on Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution. - [1910.269]
12/01/1994 - Regulations for Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens. - [1910.1030]

November

11/30/1994 - Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals. - [1910.119]
11/29/1994 - Fall Protection at residential construction sites. - [1926.501(b)(13); 1910.1200(g)]
11/22/1994 - The use of computer-based training to satisfy OSHA training requirements. - [1910.120; 1926.65]
11/21/1994 - HCS as it relates to the guidelines described in OSHA's 1986 publication regarding disposal of hospital wastes contaminated with cytotoxic drugs. - [1910.1030; 1910.1200]
11/17/1994 - Clarification on the use of negative pressure glovebags for the removal of asbestos-containing materials. - [1926.1101]
11/17/1994 - Interpretation for treated wood products in regards to paragraphs (f)(2)(i)-(iii) of the HCS. - [1910.1200]
11/17/1994 - Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) requirements for asbestos removal bags. - [1926.58; 1926.1101]
11/16/1994 - Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) requirements for coatings on automobile parts that will be sanded and cut. - [1910.1200]
11/16/1994 - Medical clearance for respirator wearers in emergency response situations. - [1910.120]
11/15/1994 - Letter requesting that OSHA modify its strict application of the standard at 1910.104. - [1910.104]
11/14/1994 - Interpretation of the Process Safety Management (PSM) of Highly Hazardous Chemicals (HHCs) standard. - [1910.119]
11/10/1994 - Requesting a written opinion on the disposal of the needle-less Biojector syringe. - [1910.1030]
11/08/1994 - Clarification on HAZWOPER emergency response training requirements. - [1910.120]
11/08/1994 - Interpretation of the Electrical Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution standard. - [1910.269]

October

10/19/1994 - Information relating to radial saws. - [1910.213]
10/19/1994 - Medical surveillance provision of the Cadmium standard for previously exposed employees. - [1910.1027]
10/13/1994 - OSHA requirements for sharps containers under the Bloodborne Pathogens Standards. - [1910.1030]
10/11/1994 - Container labelling requirements. - [1910.1200]
10/11/1994 - Explosives and Blasting Agents. - [1910.109]
10/11/1994 - The acceptability of a computer based, self-paced training program for use in meeting the refresher training requirements of the standard. - [1910.120]
10/06/1994 - Labelling, training and material safety data sheet and the Hazard Communication standard. - [1910.1027; 1910.1200]
10/04/1994 - PSM clarification on flammable lubrication in aerosol cans, to prevent foods from sticking to heated cookware. - [1910.119]

September

August

08/31/1994 - Review and comment on generic labels and consumer information sheets for chromated copper arsenate (CCA) pressure-treated lumber. - [1910.1200]
08/31/1994 - The acceptability of your "FAX-on-demand" system for providing copies of material safety data sheets (MSDS). - [1910.1200]
08/24/1994 - Application of OSHA's Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) standard to employers of news media personnel who are covering emergency response incidents. - [1910.120]
08/24/1994 - Interpretation of 29 CFR 1910.142(d)(2) and 1910.142(d)(8) Privies Lighting, Ventilation and Window Space Standards. - [1910.142]
08/22/1994 - Guidance to Compliance Officers for Focused Inspections in the Construction Industry. - [1926]
08/22/1994 - Review of Potential 1926.95(a) Citation for Fall Protection in Steel Erection. - [1926.95]
08/19/1994 - PSM as it may apply to processes containing HHCs. - [1910.119]
08/18/1994 - Explosives and Blasting Agents. - [1910.109]
08/17/1994 - Materials used for constructing guardrails. - [1926.702]
08/17/1994 - OSHA standard addressing the materials used for constructing guardrails. - [1926.702]
08/17/1994 - Storage of diesel fuel and kerosene at construction sites. - [1926.155]
08/12/1994 - Applicability of the bloodborne pathogens standard to tag attachment devices in garment industries. - [1910.1030(a); 1910.1030(b); 1910.1030(c)(2)]
08/12/1994 - Specifications for rubber insulating gloves based on ASTM standard. - [1910.137]
08/11/1994 - Interpretation on the Cadmium Standard with Respect to Interpreting Air Sampling Data for Establishing Acceptable Work Areas for Medically Removed Workers. - [1910.1027]
08/11/1994 - Permit-required confined spaces. - [1910.146]
08/11/1994 - Presence sensing devices (PSDs) for power presses. - [1910.217(c)(3); 1910.303(a)]
08/11/1994 - Requirements for emergency eyewash stations in retail autoparts stores. - [1910.132; 1910.133; 1910.151; 1910.303; 1910.307]
08/08/1994 - A crane may be used for rated load testing of below-the-hook lifting device provided the test does not exceed 125% for the crane's rated load. - [1910.179]
08/08/1994 - Permit space entry. - [1910.146; 1910.268; 1910.269]
08/08/1994 - Wedge Sockets Wire Rope Clips (Piggy-Back Clip). - [1926.800]
08/05/1994 - The list of hazardous chemicals are required under 1910.1200. - [1910.1200]
08/04/1994 - Requirement for safety nets for steel erection. - [1926.105(a)]
08/04/1994 - Training material for first aid and CPR training. - [1910.151]
08/01/1994 - Clarification of the policy for classifying violations as repeated, as well as clarification of specific regulations. - [1910.95]

July

07/26/1994 - Medical and First Aid standards. - [1926.50]
07/26/1994 - OSHA Policy Regarding Voluntary Rescue Activities. - [1903.14(f)]
07/26/1994 - Wire rope clips in conjunction with wedge sockets. - [1926.800]
07/18/1994 - Clarification of electric power generators, transmission and distribution standard. - [1910.269]
07/18/1994 - OSHA's policy for inspections related to the Process Safety Management standard. - [1910.119]
07/18/1994 - Process Safety Management - Threshold quantity is determined on the amount of HHC in the process. - [1910.119]
07/15/1994 - The coverage of household products in a small group home. - [1910.1200]
07/13/1994 - Order of testing for permit spaces. - [1910.146]
07/11/1994 - The Process Safety Management (PSM) of Highly Hazardous Chemicals (HHC) standard. - [1910.119]
07/08/1994 - Rollover protective structures for the Cary-Lift model. - [1910]
07/07/1994 - Management and supervisors' training required in paragraph (e)(4) of the standard. - [1910.120]
07/05/1994 - Carbon Monoxide or High Temperature Alarm Requirement for Portable Breathing Air Compressors. - [1910.134(i)(7)]
07/01/1994 - Appropriate quality standards for PPE. - [1910.1030]

June

06/29/1994 - HHC's as it applies to employer obligation to obtain and evaluate information regarding the contract employer's safety performance and programs. - [1910.119]
06/24/1994 - MSDSs must be distributed to customer with shipment of chemical. - [1910.1200]
06/24/1994 - Process Safety Management Standard (PSM) of Highly Hazardous Chemicals (HHCs) standard. - [1910.119]
06/22/1994 - HHC's as it applies to pulp and paper industry processes that contain chlorine dioxide. - [1910.119]
06/21/1994 - Applicability of 1910.1030 to establish human cell lines. - [1910.1030]
06/16/1994 - Clarifications of the OSHA standards 1910.109 and 1910.119. - [1910.109; 1910.119]
06/15/1994 - Cadmium biological monitoring. - [1910.1027; 1915.1027; 1926.1127]
06/15/1994 - Spray finishing using flammable and combustible materials. - [1910.107]
06/13/1994 - Clarification of the terms "direct staring" and "incidental observing". - [1926.54(j)]
06/10/1994 - Decontamination of a plush carpet surface after a spill. - [1910.1030; 1910.1030(d)(4)(ii)(A)]
06/03/1994 - HHC's as it applies to exterior, interior tanks. - [1910.119]
06/02/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemical's anhydrous ammonia (NH(3)). - [1910.119]
06/01/1994 - Applicability of OSHA's PRCS standard to gas industry. - [1910.146; 1975.1]
06/01/1994 - HHC standard as it applies to threshold quantity. - [1910.119]
06/01/1994 - Use of davit arm system for hoisting personnel. - [1915.116]

May

05/26/1994 - Fall Protection Plans in New Subpart M (1926). - [1926 Subpart M]
05/25/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemicals, types of hardware that see contact with explosives. - [1910.119]
05/25/1994 - Permit-required confined space standard does not apply where DOT/OPS regulations apply to working conditions. - [1910.146]
05/25/1994 - Respirator Exhalation Valve Leakage. - [1910.134]
05/24/1994 - Natural fabrics and synthetic materials that are acceptable under the electric power generation, transmission and distribution standard. - [1910.269]
05/23/1994 - OSHA's does not enforce the physical qualification requirements of ANSI standards. - [1910.6]
05/19/1994 - OSHA regulation requiring foot protection for employees exposed to falling object hazards. - [1926.95]
05/18/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemicals as it applies to aqueous solutions of hydrofluoric acid. - [1910.119]
05/13/1994 - Bloodborne pathogens standard applies to employees performing maintenance activities which involve making or keeping a structure, fixture, or foundation. - [1910.1030]
05/11/1994 - Hoisting of two loaded containers connected together by self-locking cones.
05/09/1994 - Hearing conservation standard questions. - [1910.95]
05/09/1994 - Permit Required Confined Space Standard as it relates to rescue services. - [1910.146]
05/05/1994 - Alternative procedures for the non-entry rescue provision. - [1910.146]

April

04/29/1994 - Recapping of contaminated needles. - [1910.1030]
04/28/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemicals as it applies to what constitutes the boundaries of a process. - [1910.119]
04/27/1994 - Occupational health hazards to veterinarians. - [1910.1000; 1910.1200; 1910.1030; 1910.101]
04/26/1994 - Bags for collecting and disposing of asbestos waste. - [1910.1001(k)(6); 1926.1101(l)(2)]
04/26/1994 - HAZWOPER and Asbestos standards apply to any emergency response to an uncontrolled hazardous substance release involving the presence of asbestos. - [1910.120; 1926.1101]
04/26/1994 - Is a physician's order required before performing blood testing on a source individual after consent is obtained. - [1910.1030]
04/26/1994 - Labeling required if the content of cadmium is 0.1 percent or greater. - [1910.1027]
04/25/1994 - Breathing air: testing and carbon monoxide alarm. - [1910.134(i)]
04/25/1994 - Field Sanitation Standard. - [1928.110]
04/25/1994 - The employer should make the determination whether the reusable or the disposable device better satisfies requirements of Bloodborne Pathogens standard. - [1910.1030]
04/22/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemicals as it applies to threshold quantity (TQ) of HHCs. - [1910.119]
04/20/1994 - Mechanical power press brake system monitoring requirements. - [1910.217]
04/15/1994 - Hatch Net 120 fall protection system - [1910.23(a)(3); 1910.23(a)(8); 1918.31; 1926.501(b)(4)]
04/12/1994 - Boat captain be considered the employer of divers if the captian had the power to exercise control over the divers. - [1905.11]
04/11/1994 - Vessel Safety - OSHA or U.S. Coast Guard. - [1919.1]
04/07/1994 - Whether containers which meet the criteria of the U.S. Department of Transportation Infectious Substance Regulations. - [1910.1030]
04/06/1994 - Wet floors due to weather conditions or the entry of vehicles containing melting snow. - [1910.22]
04/01/1994 - The wearing of gloves during routine vena punctures. - [1910.1030]

March

03/31/1994 - Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) requirements. - [1910.1200]
03/31/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemicals standard, Tertiary Butyl Hydroperoxide (TBHP). - [1910.119]
03/31/1994 - Manually operated winch and tripod system used for raising, lowering and supporting employees. - [1910.28; 1926 Subpart L]
03/31/1994 - Secondary container for a specimen. - [1910.1030]
03/31/1994 - Standard requirements for eyewash and shower equipment, personnel and other protective equipment and air circulation fans, used in an automotive battery charging area. - [1910.132; 1910.133; 1910.151; 1910.178; 1910.303; 1910.307]
03/31/1994 - Toeboard requirements on walkways over interior of a water tank. - [1910.23]
03/28/1994 - Proper procedures for stacking materials at construction sites. - [1910.176; 1926.250]
03/28/1994 - Safety Procedures During Gunite and Shotcrete Pool Construction. - [1926.652]
03/25/1994 - OSHA does not certify first aid training programs, instructors or trainees. - [1910.151]
03/23/1994 - Reinforcing steel of any diameter and any length must be guarded. - [1926.701(b)]
03/18/1994 - Permit-Required Confined Spaces standard. - [1910.146]
03/18/1994 - Removal from service criteria for wire rope slings. - [1910.184]
03/18/1994 - Stair units manufactured to be used as an integral part of the welded frame scaffolds system. - [1926 Subpart X]
03/16/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemicals as it applies to flammable liquid from a stationary tank. - [1910.119]
03/10/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemicals as it applies to a covered process. - [1910.119]
03/10/1994 - OSHACT cannot directly protect employees of State and local governments. - [1975.5]
03/09/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemicals as it applies to operating procedures and certify on an annual basis. - [1910.119]
03/04/1994 - NIOSH Respirator User Notice.

February

02/23/1994 - Safety procedures associated with the use of wheel or track propelled excavators. - [1926.21(b)(2)]
02/23/1994 - Storage of flammable and/or combustible liquids. - [1926.152; 1926.103; 1910.134]
02/18/1994 - ANSI standard requires Safety-Toe safety shoes meet a compression test and an impact test. - [1910.136]
02/17/1994 - Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) provisions. - [1910.1200]
02/15/1994 - Remote distance, close proximity and other PSM questions. - [1910.119]
02/10/1994 - Application of 29 CFR 1926.51(f) - [1926.51]
02/10/1994 - Use of synthetic fiber slings. - [1926.251]
02/09/1994 - Labeling provisions. - [1910.1200]
02/09/1994 - OSHA's lockout/tagout standard is not applicable to maritime employment. - [1910.147]
02/03/1994 - Employers' responsibilities towards temporary employees. - [1910.1200]
02/02/1994 - Hazard determination for carcinogenic compounds. - [1910.1200]
02/02/1994 - Labels and hazard warnings. - [1910.1200]
02/01/1994 - Hazard Communication Standard and Material Safety Data Sheets. - [1910.1200]

January

01/31/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemicals as it applies to solid propellant rocket motors. - [1910.119]
01/31/1994 - Members of a HAZMAT team. - [1910.120]
01/31/1994 - Working distances between employees and energized conductors. - [1926.950]
01/28/1994 - All electric tools need to be tested by a qualified national testing laboratory and be listed and labeled. - [1926.449; 1926.302(a); 1926.403(a); 1926 Subpart K]
01/28/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemicals applies to aqueous solutions of Hydrogen Fluoride. - [1910.119]
01/27/1994 - Demolition regulations do apply to the removal of ceilings and interior non-load bearing walls and partitions. - [1926.850(a); 1926 Subpart T; 1926 Subpart L]
01/27/1994 - OSHA does not cross reference general industry and construction standards. - [1910.146; 1926.21]
01/26/1994 - Exemption from wearing hard hats. - [1910.132; 1910.135]
01/26/1994 - Highly Hazardous Chemicals as it applies to "Dowtherm". - [1910.119]
01/19/1994 - Passenger seat belts not required on school buses. - [1926.601(b)(9)]
01/14/1994 - Posting of the OSHA notice;jurisdiction over state and military personnel - [1903.2(a); 1975.5; 1952; 1960.1(e)]
01/14/1994 - Using compressed air for cleaning an employee's body and clothing. - [1910.242; 1910.242(b); 1917.154]
01/13/1994 - Confined space entry. - [1910.146]
01/10/1994 - Respirator selection requirements prescribed in the OSHA standard on benzene exposure. - [1910.1028]
01/10/1994 - Soil classification. - [1926 Subpart P]
01/03/1994 - Hazard communication standard and pharmaceuticals. - [1910.1200; 1910.1200(b)(6)(v); 1910.1200(b)(6)(vi); 1910.1200(b)(6)(viii); 1910.1200(g)(1)]
01/03/1994 - Release of hazardous chemicals from gas calibration bottles. - [1910.1200]