Drains on Air Receivers; 29 CFR 1910.169(a)(2)(i) and (6)(2)

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OSHA Instruction STD 1-10.2 OCT 30, 1978

OSHA PROGRAM DIRECTIVE #100-69

TO: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS/OSHA

THRU: DONALD E MACKENZIE Acting Field Coordinator

SUBJECT: Drains on Air Receivers; 29 CFR 1910.169(a) (2)(i) and (b)(2)

1. Purpose

To provide guidelines for issuance of citations for violation of drain requirements for air receivers.

2. Documentation-Affected

None.

3. Background

Requirements for air receivers installed after August 27, 1971 and periodic retesting.

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 8, 2008

Mr. Lawrence Laser
1346 Almond Dr.
Annapolis, MD 21409

Dear Mr. Laser:

Thank you for your letter of January 10, 2008, to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Your letter has been forwarded to OSHA's Directorate of Enforcement Programs (DEP) for response. You had questions related to air receivers. Your paraphrased questions and our response follow.

Question #1: What laws govern air receivers constructed after 1968?