29 CFR 1910.106(e)(2)(ii)(b), Clarification of the Quantity of Liquid That May be Located Outside of an Inside Storage

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OSHA Instruction STD 1-5.15 NOV 9, 1979 Office of Compliance Programming

SUBJECT: 29 CFR 1910.106(e)(2)(ii)(b), Clarification of the Quantity of Liquid That May Be Located Outside of an Inside Storage Room or Storage Cabinet in a Building or in Any One Fire Area of a Building.

A. Purpose. This instruction provides guidelines for citing alleged violations resulting from the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.106(e)(2)(ii)(b).

B. Scope. This instruction applies OSHA-Wide.

Permitted incidental storage of flammable or combustible liquids.

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 2, 2003

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