Recordability when prescription written for non-prescription medication.

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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 2, 1997

Dana J. Windhorst, MD, MPH
Director, Central Plains Clinic Occupational Medicine
1100 East 21st Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57105

Dear Dr. Windhorst:

Thank you for your letter of July 2, 1997 requesting interpretations for various scenarios. Please excuse the delay in our response. I will cite the Recordkeeping Guidelines for Occupational Injuries and Illnesses by page and Q&A number(s) whenever possible.

SIC's excluded from OSHA occupational injury and illness recordkeeping.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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

June 19, 1997

Sherry Maddox
Manager, Clinical Risk
Humana Inc.
500 West Main
Post Office Box 1438
Louisville, KY 40201-1438

Dear Ms. Maddox:

Thank you for your letter, which we received on May 28, 1997, requesting clarification on Humana Inc.'s recordkeeping obligations.

Removal of foreign bodies embedded in the eye is recordable.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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

June 16, 1997

William M. Bernhart, CIH
4008 Alden Drive
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15220

Dear Mr. Bernhart:

Thank you for your letter dated June 2, 1997 asking if rust ring treatment of an eye injury is an OSHA recordable case.

Several injury and illness recordkeeping requirements.

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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.

February 19, 1997

[Name Withheld]

Dear [Name Withheld]:

Thank you for your letter dated January 15, requesting interpretations regarding several injury and illness recordkeeping requirements. Whenever possible, I will refer to the Recordkeeping Guidelines of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses by stating the appropriate page and Q&A numbers.

Framework for a Comprehensive Health and Safety Program in Nursing Homes.

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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.

December 13, 1996

The proper recording of cases involving restricted work activity.

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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.

November 1, 1996

Ms. Linda Ballas
Linda Ballas & Associates
4413 Copper Creek Lane
Toledo, Ohio 43615

Dear Ms. Ballas:

Thank you for your letter dated October 21, requesting an interpretation regarding the proper recording of cases involving restricted work activity. Whenever possible, I will reference the Recordkeeping Guidelines for Occupational Injuries and Illnesses by stating the appropriate page and Q&A numbers.

The OSHA injury and illness recording requirements pertaining to cases of Barotitis Media.

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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 1, 1996

David K. McKenas M.D.
Corporate Medical Director
American Airlines
MD 5187
Post Office Box 619616
Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas 75261-9616

Dear Dr. McKenas:

Thank you for your letter dated October 8, requesting an interpretation regarding the OSHA injury and illness recording requirements pertaining to cases of Barotitis Media. Wherever possible I will refer to the Recordkeeping Guidelines for Occupational Injuries and Illnesses by stating the appropriate page and Q&A numbers.

Recordkeeping and reporting requirements for illnesses and injuries occurring aboard fishing vessels.

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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.

April 16, 1975

Mr. L. W. Olp
Bumble Bee Seafood Company
Box 60
Astoria, Oregon 97103

Dear Mr. Olp:

Our Seattle Regional Office has informed us that your company has been selected by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Safety and Health Statistics as a reporting unit. Because the answer to your question involving your tuna boats has National significance, they have referred your question to me for answering.

Recordkeeping requirements under the OSH Act of 1970 for employees supplied by a temporary help service.

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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.

September 17, 1988

Mr. Richard L. Cutshall
Area Manager
Manpower Temporary Services
Corporate Plaza
22 North Seventh Street
Allentown, Pennsylvania 18101

Dear Mr. Cutshall:

I am writing in response to your letter of August 3 requesting clarification of the recordkeeping requirements under the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 for employees supplied by a temporary help service.

Recordkeeping requirements under the OSH Act of 1970 for employees of temporary help services.

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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 5, 1988

Mr. Walter G. Kozlowski
Vice President-General Counsel
Manpower Temporary Services
Post Office Box 2053
5301 North Ironwood Road
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201

Dear Mr. Kozlowski:

I am responding to your letter of August 15 to Stephen Newell of my staff concerning recordkeeping requirements under the Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Act of 1970 for employees of temporary help services. Please excuse the delay in my response.