Response regarding the application of the OSHA Process Safety Management Standard to utility LPG distribution facilities.
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 19, 1996
Mr. Randy Nicholls, CIH
Employee and Public Safety Dept.
Montana Power Company
40 East Broadway
Butte, Montana 59701
Dear Mr. Nicholls:
This is in response to your inquiry of June 4, addressed to Ms. Joanne Slattery regarding the application of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) Process Safety Management Standard, 29 CFR 1910.119 to utility LPG distribution facilities. Please excuse the delay in our response.