Corrective Change to the Lead in Construction Compliance Directive, CPL 2-2.58.

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 5, 1994

Voluntary safety and health audits under the Occupational Safety and Health Act

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 11, 1996

Mr. Frank White
Vice President
Organization Resources Counselors, Inc.
1910 Sunderland Place, NW
Washington, D.C. 20036

Dear Mr. White:

Thank you for your letter to Secretary Reich concerning voluntary safety and health audits under the Occupational Safety and Health Act (the Act). Secretary Reich has asked me to respond. I appreciate Organization Resource Counselors' (ORC) interest in this issue. ORC's expertise in occupational safety and health issues is well established, and its views merit careful consideration.

Application of OSHA's health 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.

July 15, 1996

Mr. Daniel B. Walker, Jr.
Vice President
Marketing UNI-SERVE, INC.
55th Street & V.R.R.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15201

Dear Mr. Walker:

This letter is to confirm the discussion at the May 1 meeting attended by staff from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and the Solicitor of Labor (SOL). The meeting was attended by Carol Jones from OSHA's Directorate of Health Standards Programs (DHSP), Doug Ray from OSHA's Directorate of Compliance Programs (DCP) and Edith Nash from SOL.

The effect of workers' compensation claims on temporary medical removal protection benefits.

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 28, 1997

[Name withheld]

Dear [Name withheld]

The biological monitoring requirements under the Final Rule for Lead.

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 4, 1996

Sanford D. Zelnick, Ltd. Col., USAF, MC
Chief, Occupational Medicine
HQ AFMO/SGOE
110 Luke Avenue, Room 400
Bolling AFB, DC 20332-7050

Dear Lt. Col. Zelnick:

This is in response to your letter dated October 12, 1995, to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding the biological monitoring requirements under the Final Rule for Lead, 29 CFR 1910.1025(j)(2) and the Interim Final Rule for Lead in Construction, 29 CFR 1926.62(j)(2). I apologize for the long delay in our response.

A definition of the word 'ingot' as it applies to 1910.1025.

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 30, 1996

Mr. David A. Klemenz
Outokumpu American Brass
Department of Environment, Safety and
Energy
Post Office Box 981 - 70 Sayre St.
Buffalo, New York 14240-0981

Dear Mr. Klemenz:

This is in response to your letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requesting a definition of the word 'ingot' as it applies to 29 CFR 1910.1025, Occupational Exposure to Lead - Final Rule.

Calculation methods used under the air contaminants standard for extended work shifts.

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.

 

Employee safety and the laundering of contaminated clothing.

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 1, 1997

Mr. Daniel B. Walker, Jr.
President
UNI SERVE, Inc.
55th Street & A.V.R.R.
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15201

Dear Mr. Walker:

OSHA'S Occupational Exposure to Lead Standard.

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

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.

 

 

Lead exposure during handling of lead balls or buckshot.

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 1, 1999

[Name & Address Withheld]

Dear [Name Withheld]:

Thank you for your letter of May 11, 1999 to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) Office of Statistics. Your letter has been referred to the [Office of Health Enforcement] for response. You have questions regarding the handling of lead, which you described as lead balls or buckshot. We apologize for this delay in providing you with a response.