Clarification of OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) as it applies to independent contractors operating in beauty salons.

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.

 

HCS requirements applicable to oil and gas producers.

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.

May 3, 1989

The Honorable David L. Boren United States Senate Washington, D.C. 20510

Dear Senator Boren:

This is in further response to your letter of March 6, addressed to former Assistant Secretary John A. Pendergrass, on behalf of your constituent, Mr. Tom M. Oly, Eagle Resources, Inc., regarding the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), 29 CFR 1910.1200.

HCS does not require a particular labeling system's code on the MSDS.

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.

May 1, 1989

Mr. Nelson C. Holly Safety Administrator Certaineed Corporation Kansas City, Kansas 66115

Dear Mr. Holly:

This is in response to your letter of October 31, 1988, requesting that HMIS and NFPA labeling information be included on the material safety data sheet.

Recommendations to Increase Availability of SAVES to the Field

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.

MAR 19 1990

MEMORANDUM FOR: THOMAS J. SHEPICH, DIRECTOR

 

Office of Technical Support

PATRICIA K. CLARK, DIRECTOR DESIGNEE Directorate of Compliance Programs

FROM: LEO CAREY, DIRECTOR Office of Field Programs

SUBJECT: Recommendations to Increase Availability of SAVES to the Field

Interpretation given in the Federal Register on December 20, 1985 describing mild petroleum hydrotreatment is appropriate.

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 25, 1986

The Honorable Paul Simon
United States Senate
Washington, D.C. 20510

Dear Senator Simon:

This is in response to your letter of October 8, concerning the request by William J. Mutryn, on behalf of Calumet Industries, Inc., for an interpretation of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). Please accept my apology for the delay in response.

Requirements for target organ effects on labels under the Hazard Communication standard.

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 10, 1986

Mr. Lloyd T. Flanner
Vice President
Aerosol Systems, Inc.
9150 Valley View Road
Macedonia, Ohio 44056

This is in response to your letter dated August 18 regarding the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), 29 CFR 1910.1200.

Application of the Hazard Communication Standard to prescription drug products.

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 20, 1989

Mr. Lawrence W. Bierlein
Bishop, Cook, Purcell & Reynolds Law Offices
1400 L Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20005-3502

Dear Mr. Bierlein:

This is in response to your letter of March 15, addressed to former Assistant Secretary John A. Pendergrass, regarding the application of the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) 29 CFR 1910.1200 to prescription drug products.

Requirements of the Hazard Communication Standard as it applies to the metal chips and other scrap material.

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.

April 8, 1986

Mr. David J. Burch
National Screw Machine Products Association
6700 W. Snowville Road
Brecksville, Ohio 44141

Dear Mr. Burch:

This is in reply to your letter of December 5, 1985 concerning the requirements of the Hazard Communication Standard as it applies to the metal chips and other scrap material as stated in your letter. Please accept my apology for the delay in responding.

Interpretation of the HCS as it relates to laboratories and requirements with respect MSDSs.

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, 1989

Mr. Dennis P. Johnson
Staff Industrial Hygienist
Kerr-McGee Corporation
Kerr-McGee Center
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73125

Dear Mr. Johnson:

Application of the Hazard Communication standard to a nuisance particulate.

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 16, 1986

The Honorable Mack Mattingly
United States Senate
Washington, D. C. 20510

Dear Senator Mattingly:

This is in response to your letter of November 21, 1985, concerning application of the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS) (29 CFR 1910.1200) to nuisance particulate. Please accept my apology for the delay in response.