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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 12, 1980
Mr. Theodore C. Miloch
Staff Attorney
Office of the General Counsel
Ford Motor Company
Dearborn, Michigan 48121
Dear Mr. Miloch:
In a meeting held on May 2, 1980, representatives of your company met with OSHA representatives to discuss OSHA's classification of assembled auto air bag inflation modules. This letter provides the clarification that your company requested.
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 26, 1977
Mr. George R. Lacina
Regional Field Engineer
Hilti Fastening Systems Inc.
1427 Centre Circle Drive
Downers Grove, Illinois 60515
Dear Mr. Lacina:
Your letter of August 17, 1976, has been referred to the National Office of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for reply. Your letter requested guidance in relation to rules and regulations governing warehousing and transportation of powder-actuated tool cartridges. This letter will also confirm a recent telephone conversation between you and a staff member.
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.
June 5, 1990
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, 1991
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 30, 1993
Mr. L. Dave McLean
Strategic Operations
Thiokol Corporation
P.O. Box 689-M/S DOO
Brigham City, Utah 84302
Dear Mr. McLean:
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.
June 16, 1994
Mr. Curtis W. Rankins
Director of Health and Safety
Laidlaw Environmental Services
407 Burton Road
Lexington, South Carolina 29072
Dear Mr. Rankins:
This is in response to your May 9 letter to Roger Clark, former Director of the Directorate of Compliance Programs. In your letter, you requested clarifications of the OSHA standards, 29 CFR 1910.109 and 29 CFR 1910.119.
In the following, please find your specific questions and our answers.
Question 1.
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 18, 1994
Mr. Douglas H. Delsemme V.P. & General Counsel 6231 Robinson P.O. Box 2932 Shawnne Mission, KS 66201
Dear Mr. Delsemme:
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 14, 1983
Mr. Richard F. Tallini
President
Controlled Energy Specialist, Inc.
P.O. Box 2846
Allentown, Pennsylvania 16001
Dear Mr. Tallini:
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.
November 8, 1995
