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As used in § 1910.1000 (Table Z-1), coal tar pitch volatiles include the fused polycyclic hydrocarbons which volatilize from the distillation residues of coal, petroleum (excluding asphalt), wood, and other organic matter. Asphalt (CAS 8052-42-4, and CAS 64742-93-4) is not covered under the "coal tar pitch volatiles" 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.
May 26, 1983
Mr. T. C. Moseley
American Gilsonite Company
1150 Kennecott Building
Salt Lake City, Utah 84133
Dear Mr. Moseley:
This is in response to your letter of March 23, 1983, in which you requested that "natural asphaltums," including "Gilsonite," be specifically exempted from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Coal Tar Pitch Violatiles (CTPV) 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.
April 7, 1986
Mr. William T. Ayers
2300 28th Street
San Francisco, California 94116
Dear Mr. Ayers:
This is in response to your recent request for information on benzo(a)pyrene (BaP). The answers to your questions are as follows:
(1) Is it a known carcinogen in man?
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 17, 1982
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 30, 1995
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 58 (Friday, March 25, 2016)][Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 16285-16890]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2016-04800]
Vol. 81
Friday,
No.DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
29 CFR Part 1910
[Docket No. H-052G]
Occupational Exposure to Cotton Dust
AGENCY: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Labor.
ACTION: Proposed rule; request for comments.
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
29 CFR Part 1910
[Docket No. H-052G]
RIN 1218-AB90
Occupational Exposure to Cotton Dust
AGENCY: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Labor.
ACTION: Direct final rule; request for comments.
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
29 CFR Part 1910
[Docket No. H370A]
RIN 1218-AB85
Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens; Needlestick and Other Sharps Injuries; Final Rule
AGENCY: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Department of Labor
ACTION: Final Rule; Request for Comment on the Information Collection (Paperwork) Requirements
Abstract: Modifies interpretation found in 1910.1002. Interpretation clarifies that the CTPV standard does not cover petroleum asphalt.