Foreign-Flag Vessels.

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 6, 2019

John Pertgen
International Association of Drilling Contractors
3657 Briarpark Drive, Suite 200
Houston, Texas 77042

 

Dear Mr. Pertgen:

 

The use of braces with rigid stays.

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 13, 2018

Daniel Clapper
9472 Trafalgar Dr., SE
Alto, Ml 49302

 

Dear Mr. Clapper:

 

Thank you for your letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding the recordkeeping regulation contained in 29 CFR Part 1904 - Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses. You request clarification of OSHA’s injury and illness recordkeeping requirements when an over-the-counter brace or splint is used to treat a work-related injury.

Clarification on the use of cold therapy.

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.

November 14, 2018

Scott Sailor
NATA
1620 Valwood Parkway
Suite 115
Carrollton, Texas 75006

 

Dear Mr. Sailor:

 

Thank you for your letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding 29 CFR Part 1904 Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses. Specifically, you ask OSHA to reevaluate its classification of cold compression therapy as medical treatment for recordkeeping purposes.

Determining whether Active Release Techniques (ART) constitutes first-aid or medical treatment.

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.

JUL 24 2006

Michael Leahy, DC
Active Release Techniques, LLC
175 South Union Blvd.
Suite 230
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80910

 

Dear Dr. Leahy

 

Recording Injuries and Illnesses of Temporary Workers versus HIPAA Requirements

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.

January 12, 2018

Mr. Tom Binner & Ms. Dawn Kriz
Virginia Ship Repair Association
150 Boush St., Suite 802
Norfolk, VA  23510

Dear Mr. Binner and Ms. Kriz:

Thank you for your letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding the recordkeeping regulation contained in 29 CFR Part 1904 - Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses.

Prescription medications, such as an Epi-Pen considered medical treatment beyond first-aid.

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 13, 2018

Rock Zierman
California Independent Petroleum Association
1001 K Street, Sixth Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814

Dear Mr. Zierman:

Compliance with the access provisions when using a software application containing the records

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 27, 2018

Eric Weinberger
133 Norwood Ave
Asheville, NC 28804

Dear Mr. Weinberger:

Clarification on the use of a cold therapy only setting on a therapeutic device is first-aid

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.

August 9, 2018

Tomasina Barton
CoolSystems, Inc. DBA Game Ready
1800 Sutter St. Suite 500
Concord, California 94520

Dear Mr. Barton:

Thank you for your letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding 29 CFR Part 1904 - Recording and Reporting Occupational Injuries and Illnesses. Specifically, you ask whether the use of a cold therapy only setting on a therapeutic device is considered first aid for purposes of OSHA recordkeeping.

Beverly Enterprises, Inc. - 02/26/2002

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH REVIEW COMMISSION
 
ELAINE L. CHAO, SECRETARY OF LABOR,
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF LABOR,

     Complainant,

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Inspection Guidance for Poultry Slaughtering and Poultry Processing Establishments

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.

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.

October 28, 2015