Recommended changes for asbestos sampling from SLCAL.

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 26, 1989

Respirator fit testing requirements in the revised asbestos standard.

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 25, 1986

Tim Sekulic, P.E., C.I.H.
T.S. Sekulic Engineering
3 Mount Vernon Avenue
Summit, New Jersey 07901

Dear Mr. Sekulic:

This is in response to your letter of August 18, concerning the respirator fit testing requirements in the revised asbestos standard, 29 CFR 1910.1001.

Qualitative fit testing of full-face-piece respirator that are used only in the lower airborne asbestos concentrations that half-face-piece respirators may be worn is considered to accord with the asbestos standard.

Professional liability insurance for asbestos abatement consultants.

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 6, 1986

The Honorable Quentin M. Burdick
United States Senate
Washington, D. C. 20510

Dear Senator Burdick:

This is in response to your letter of July 7, concerning your constituents, Mr. Glen R. Winter and Ms. Lynn Lammer of Midwest Asbestos Consultants, Inc., in Fargo, North Dakota. These individuals expressed concern about the extreme difficulties asbestos abatement consultants are experiencing in obtaining professional liability insurance at an affordable price.

High-Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) Filters for Vacuum Cleaning.

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 6, 1990

 

 

Pulmonary function testing training requirements and spirometer transmission of disease.

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.

 

Exposure monitoring 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.

 

 

The protection of employees working with automotive brakes.

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 11, 1995

The Honorable Bill Martini
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20515

Dear Congressman Martini:

The requirements of a building owner for conducting a survey and the labeling of asbestos materials under the OSHA asbestos standard.

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.

 

OSHA Asbestos Standard.

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 24, 1996

Ms. Lisa K. Rushton
Hopping, Green, Sams and Smith
Professional Association
Attorneys and Counselors
123 South Calhoun Street
Post Office Box 6526
Tallahassee, Florida 32314

Dear Ms. Rushton:

Thank you for your letter of September 29, concerning the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Asbestos Standard (29 CFR 1910.1001 and 29 CFR 1926.1101).

You requested specific clarification on three issues related to the asbestos standard, which will be addressed in the order in which they were presented.

Regulation on OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Asbestos.

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.