Dust wipe sampling is not required to prove surfaces are as free as practicable

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.

Nov 5, 2014

Mr. David L. Smith
Constangy Brooks & Smith, LLP
230 Peachtree St, NW
Atlanta, Georgia 30303-1557

Dear Mr. Smith:

Clarification of the Hexavalent Chromium Final Rule

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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.

October 31, 2006

Baruch A. Fellner, Esquire
Gibson, Dunn, and Crutcher, LLP
1050 Connecticut Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20036

Re: Clarification of the Hexavalent Chromium Final Rule

Dear Mr. Fellner:

Applicability of the hexavalent chromium standard to welders.

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.

February 23, 2011

Mike Harris
Hamlin & Harris, Inc.
1728 Cloverdale AVe.
Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Dear Mr. Harris: