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[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.
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 7, 1985
Mr. Ronald G. Mowery
Business Representative
Local No. 1455; IBEW
1820 South Hanley Road
St. Louis, Missouri 63144
Dear Mr. Mowery:
This is in response to your correspondence of December 12 concerning requirements of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for fire brigade instructors.
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.
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 26, 1995
Mr. Frank Schreiber
Kulback's Construction Inc.
6363 Transit Road
Depew, New York 14043
Dear Schreiber:
This is in response to your letter of March 7 regarding the size of fire extinguisher for construction equipment.
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 24, 1996
Ms. Tonnia B. Strand
Vice President, Sales & Marketing
TISCOR
11225 West Bernardo Court
San Diego, CA 92127
Dear Ms. Strand:
Thank you for your letter of December 8, 1995 regarding the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) position on PROTRAC, your company's computerized fire and safety bar code management system. You requested an interpretation as to whether this system complies with OSHA/NFPA standards. We apologize for the delay in this response.
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.
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 28, 1983
Mr. Gary L. Wilson
Safety/Security Manager
The Hawkes Hospital of Mt. Carmel
6001 East Broad Street
Columbus, Ohio 43213
Dear Mr. Wilson:
This is in response to your letter of January 17, 1983, requesting a clarification of our Fire Protection, [Exit Routes], and Hazardous Material Standards.
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 1, 1982
Mr. John W. Clark
Committee Chairman
Detroit Diesel Allison
P.O. Box 894
Indianapolis, Indiana 46206
Speed Code N-25
Dear Mr. Clark:
Thank you for your letter requesting an interpretation of 29 CFR 1910.157.
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 24, 1992
MEMORANDUM FOR: MICHAEL G. CONNORS
REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR
THROUGH: LEO CAREY, DIRECTOR
OFFICE OF FIELD PROGRAMS
FROM: PATRICIA K. CLARK, DIRECTOR
DIRECTORATE OF COMPLIANCE PROGRAMS
SUBJECT: Clarifications of Interpretations and Citation Policy on
29 CFR 1910.38 and 1910.157 Standards
This is in response to your October 23, 1991 memorandum for subject clarifications. Please accept our apology for the delay in response.