Retention requirements for orthopedic x-rays.

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 4, 1989

Mr. Craig A. Townsend
Administrator
Bayshore Medical Center
3350 Fairview
Pasadena, Texas 77504-1973

Dear Mr. Townsend:

This is in response to your letter of October 4, 1989, concerning retention requirements for medical records.

1910.1020 requirements regarding employee drug testing results.

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 14, 1999

Mr. Jerry Gillooly
Safety Director
Bohl Equipment Company
534 Laskey Road
Toledo, OH 43612

Dear Mr. Gillooly:

Thank you for your November 19, 1997 letter regarding the applicability of 29 CFR 1910.1020 (formerly 1910.20), Access to employee exposure and medical records, to results of employee drug testing. I apologize for the delay in our response.

Recordkeeping and maintenance of respirator medical evaluations

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 4, 2014

Mr. Mitch Merkel
1006 North Evergreen Drive
Iron Mountain, MI 49801

Dear Mr. Merkel:

1910.1020 does not apply to work situations with just safety hazards.

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 24, 1981

A. J. Marinaro, P. A.
Business Manager
Industrial Clinic North, Inc.
2025 Swift Avenue North
Kansas City, Missouri 64116

Dear Mr. Marinaro:

This is in response to your inquiry regarding the preservation of medical records pursuant to OSHA's Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records Standard (29 CFR 1910.1020).

Applicability of 1910.1020 to workers' compensation 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.

December 8, 1980

Ms. Linda G. Morrissey
Kothe, Nichols, and Wolfe, Inc.
124 East Fourth Street, Suite 400
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103

Dear Ms. Morrissey:

Occupational Exposure to Beryllium

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