Emergency Response Standard; Proposed Rule

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    89:7774-8023
  • Title:
    Emergency Response Standard; Proposed Rule
[Federal Register Volume 89, Number 24 (Monday, February 5, 2024)]
[Proposed Rules]
[Pages 7774-8023]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2023-28203]





Vol. 89

Monday,

No.

Ventilation requirements for the auto and printing industries.

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.

 

The use of flammable and combustible liquids in dip tanks.

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.

 

Dipping and coating operations standard applies to liquids with a 380 degree flashpoint.

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 12, 1976 R-TSA

Your memo of November 9, 1976 [1910.123-1910.126]

Vernon P. Fern, Area Director
Minneapolis Area Office

Your memo asks if [1910.123-1910.126] applies to a liquid with a flash point of 380 degrees F. Our answer: yes.

You also asked if an oil quenching operation falls within the definition of "coating, finishing, treating, or similar processes. Our answer: Yes. Specifically, it falls under the requirements of [1910.126(a)] Hardening and Tempering Tanks.

1910.123-1910.126, As Applied to Dip Tanks Containing Varnish for Electric Motor Coating.

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.

DATE:              June 11, 1979

REPLY TO ATTN OF:  Erie Area Office

SUBJECT:           [1910.123 - 1910.126], As Applied to Dip Tanks 
                   Containing Varnish for Electric Motor Coating

TO:                David H. Rhone, Regional Administrator

ATTN:              Kenneth Gerecke, ARA for Technical Support

The following information was researched, prepared, and written by Safety Specialist Tony Rizzo. It summarizes a telephone conversation with Ken Gerecke and concerns a Technical Support request.

Vapor areas must be limited; concentrations must remain below 25% of the substances' lower flammable limit

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 10, 2002

Mr. Darwin M. Irish
Manager, Safety & Environmental
FLEXcon Company, Inc.
1 FLEXcon Industrial Park
Spencer, MA 01562-2642

Dear Mr. Irish: