QC Labs conduct physicochemical analyses with no altering relating to Quality Control

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 3, 1991

MEMORANDUM FOR:     FRANK STRASHEIM
                   REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR

FROM:               PATRICIA K. CLARK, DIRECTOR 
                   DIRECTORATE OF COMPLIANCE PROGRAMS

SUBJECT:            Clarification of Quality Control Lab - Request from
                   Unocol Co.

This is in response to your memorandum of October 26, regarding Mr. Clay W. Totten of Unocol Corporation's request for interpretation on the Laboratory Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1450, as it relates to the issue of the "quality control lab" exemption.

Clarification of the "Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories" regulations regarding a Physician's written opinion

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 26, 1990

Dr. Paul R. Eggum
Navistar International
Transportation Corporation
455 North Cityfront Plaza Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60611

Dear Dr. Eggum:

This is in response to your letter of November 1, seeking clarification of the "Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories" regulations, 29 CFR 1910.1450. Your question refers to paragraph (g)((4) Physician's written opinion.

Chemical manipulation, production, multiple uses of chemicals in QC Labs

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 17, 1991

Mr. Thomas Ozimek
Industrial Hygiene Supervisor
BASF Corporation
1609 Biddle Avenue
Wyandotte, Michigan 48192

Dear Mr. Ozimek:

This is in response to your letter of October 17, 1990, to OSHA's Region V Office, requesting interpretations on the Laboratory Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1450. Your letter has been forwarded to the National Office for response. We apologize for the delay.

Your questions and our answers are as follows:

Laboratory Standard's application in testing building 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.

January 16, 1991

Mr. Norbert Kaleta
Group Manager
Gold Bond Building Products
Research Center 1650 Military Road
Buffalo, New York 14217

Dear Mr. Kaleta:

Applicability of the OSHA Laboratory Standard to laboratories within the electric utility industry.

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 9, 1991

Mr. Richard J. Landy
Vice-President
Human Resources & Administration
Entergy Operations, Inc.
P.O. Box 31995
Jackson, Mississippi 39286-1995

Dear Mr. Landy:

This is in response to your letter of October 22, regarding the applicability of Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Laboratory Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1450, to laboratories within the electric utility industry.

Coverage of various types of laboratories by the Laboratory 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.

February 8, 1991

 

 

Interpretation of Substances With High Acute Toxicity as Used in the Occupational Exposures to Hazardous Chemicals in the Laboratory 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.

U.S. Department of Labor
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Washington, D.C. 20210

Reply to the Attention of:

JUL 5 1990

Occupational Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals in Laboratories.

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 1, 1990

Mr. Don B. Howard
Division Director
C-K Associates, Inc.
Engineering and Environmental Consultants
11200 Industriplex Boulevard, Suite 150
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809

Dear Mr. Howard:

Quality control laboratories are not expected to be covered under the Laboratory 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.

OCT 11 1990

Mr. George C. Karpin
Toxicological and Environmental Coordinator
CONAP, Inc.
1405 Buffalo Street
Olean, New York 14760-1139

Dear Mr. Karpin:

This is in response to your letter of September 12, regarding interpretation of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Laboratory Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1450.

Incorporation of the Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) into current Hazard Communication and/or other related manuals

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 7, 1990

Mr. William E. Clark
Supervisor of Safety
and Health
Williams Pipe Line Company
Post Office Box
3448 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74101

Dear Mr. Clark:

This is in response to your letter of July 2, regarding the Chemical Hygiene Plan (CHP) under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Laboratory Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1450. Your letter proposed to incorporate the CHP into your current Hazard Communication and/or other related manuals.