Medical exams required under the asbestos standards.

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 2, 1989

Mr. Aaron Gershonowitz
Rivkin, Radler, Dunne & Bayh
EAB Plaza
Uniondale, New York 11556-011

Dear Mr. Gershonowitz:

This is in response to your letter of October 5, 1988, regarding medical surveillance issues pursuant to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) asbestos standard, 29 CFR 1910.1001 for general industry. Please accept my apology for the delay in response.

Clarification of OSHA's asbestos standards for general industry and construction and the respiratory protection standard as applied to medical surveillance of employees.

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.


May 10, 2007

Jim Rafferty, D.O., MPH
Arbor Occupational Medicine
4790 Table Mesa Drive, Suite 200
Boulder, CO 80305

Dear Dr. Rafferty: