Standard Interpretations

OSHA requirements are set by statute, standards, and regulations. Our interpretation letters explain these requirements and how they apply to particular circumstances, but they cannot create additional employer obligations. Each letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation of the requirements discussed. Note that our enforcement guidance may be affected by changes to OSHA rules. Also, from time to time we update our guidance in response to new information.

1926.751 - Applicability of the steel erection standard to repair and installation of metal roofing and roofing accessories. - 11/08/2002
1926.751 - Compliance of using warning lines and/or control access zones for fall protection on roofs with a slope greater than 4:12. - 09/26/2003
1926.751 - Decision to release the new compliance directive for the steel erection standard in draft form. - 12/21/2001
1926.751 - Distinction between "column" and "post" in the Safety Standards for Steel Erection, 29 CFR 1926 SubpartR. - 09/17/2007
1926.751 - Evaluation if moving point-to-point on concrete wall to make initial connections of structural steel is "connecting" work; landing loads on systems-engineered metal building. - 04/05/2005
1926.751 - Fall protection requirements of various construction (1926) standards. - 09/18/2001
1926.751 - History and background of the Steel Erection Final Rule. - 09/27/2001
1926.751 - Whether an employer can use a controlled access zone during curtain wall installation. - 03/02/2010

OSH Act - Section 5(a)(1)