Applicability of the Fire brigade standard to health care 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.

February 6, 2006

Linda Chaff
Chaff & Co.
The Concierge Level
600 Republic Centre
Chattanooga, TN 37450

Dear Ms. Chaff:

Interpretation of OSHA's Fire Brigade Standard concerning the use of SCBAs by incipient stage fire brigade members

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.

APR 9 1990

MEMORANDUM FOR: Michael G Connors

Regional Administrator

THROUGH: Leo Carey, Director Office of Field Programs

FROM: Patricia K. Clark Director Designate Directorate of Compliance Programs

Subject: Interpretation of OSHA's Fire Brigade Standard

Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Fire Brigades Standard

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Standard on Fire Brigades; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's Approval of Information-Collection (Paperwork) Requirements

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Standard on Fire Brigades; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's Approval of Information-Collection (Paperwork) Requirements

AGENCY: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Labor.

ACTION: Notice of an opportunity for public comment.

Standard on Fire Brigades; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information Collection (Paperwork) Requirements

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Standard on Fire Brigades; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information Collection (Paperwork) Requirements

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