Abatement verification.

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Purpose. OSHA's inspections are intended to result in the abatement of violations of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 (the OSH Act). This section sets forth the procedures OSHA will use to ensure abatement. These procedures are tailored to the nature of the violation and the employer's abatement actions.

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Final Rule on Abatement Verification

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B. Scope. This instruction applies OSHA-wide.

C. Reference. 29 CFR 1903.19, Abatement Verification.

D. Federal Program Change. This instruction describes a Federal Program Change which impacts State programs.

 

1. The Regional Administrator (RA) shall ensure that this change is promptly forwarded to each State designee using a format consistent with the Plan Change Two-way Memorandum in Appendix A, Part I, State Plan Policies and Procedures Manual (SPM).

 

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Abatement Verification Regulation, 29 CFR 1903.19-Enforcement Policies and Procedures.

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OSHA Instruction

DIRECTIVE NUMBER: CPL 2-0.114EFFECTIVE DATE: May 28, 1998
SUBJECT: Abatement Verification Regulation, 29 CFR 1903.19 - Enforcement Policies and Procedures

ABSTRACT

Clarification of OSHA Policy on Employer Abatement Assistance.

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. This 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. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

September 17, 1993

 

 

Enhanced Enforcement Policy for Employers Who Are Indifferent to Their Obligations Under the OSHAct.

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. This 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. To keep apprised of such developments, you can consult OSHA's website at https://www.osha.gov.

 


March 12, 2003