OSHA's authority to take photographs during the course of an inspection.

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.

July 21, 1977

Ms. Gayle Schmidt
General Manager
Wando Corporation
P.O. Box 124
Glendora, New Jersey 08029

Dear Ms. Schmidt:

We are in receipt of your mailgram, dated June 30, 1977, addressed to the Secretary of Labor. In this correspondence you questioned our authority to take photographs during the course of an inspection.

Personal Sampling Devices

  • Publication Date:
  • Publication Type:
  • Fed Register #:
    47:6534
  • Title:
  • Abstract:
Abstract:
Notice of proposed rulemaking; use of personal sampling devices
during an inspection. 1903.7 - Conduct of Inspection.

Personal Sampling Devices

  • Publication Date:
  • Publication Type:
  • Fed Register #:
    47:6530
  • Title:
  • Abstract:
Abstract:
Issuance of interpretative and procedural rule clarifying existing
regulations concerning sampling of employee exposures. 1903.7 -
Conduct of Inspections.

Personal Sampling Devices

  • Publication Date:
  • Publication Type:
  • Fed Register #:
    47:55478
  • Title:
  • Abstract:
Abstract:
Inspections, Citations, and Proposed Penalties. Paragraph (b) of
1903.7 amended. Permits use of devices to measure employee exposures
and attachment of personal sampling equipment to employees to
monitor their exposures.