Clothing lockers must prevent cross contamination of street clothes.

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 3, 1980

Mary-Win O'Brien
Assistant General
Counsel United Steelworkers of America
AFL-CIO-CLC
Five Gateway Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222

Dear Ms. O'Brien: