29 CFR 1910.178(g)(2); Battery Charging Stations for Fork Lifts and Other Industrial Trucks

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OSHA Instruction October 30, 1978 STD 1-11.4

OSHA PROGRAM DIRECTIVE #100-72

TO: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS/OSHA

THRU: DONALD E. MACKENZIE Field Coordinator

Subject: 29 CFR 1910.178(g)(2); Battery Charging Stations for Fork Lifts and Other Industrial Trucks

1. Purpose

The purpose of this directive is to clarify the subject standard as it applies to "battery charging" areas where power industrial truck batteries are charged only.

2. Documentation Affected

Definition of the phrase "Adequate ventilation" as used in 1910.178.

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 26, 1976

Mr. John R. Reilly
Corporate Safety Director
Corporate Headquarters
Fisher Scientific Company
711 Forbes Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15219

Dear Mr. Reilly:

Your letter of January 16, 1976 requested definition of the phrase "Adequate ventilation" as used in 29 CFR 1910.178(g)(2). The source of this standard is National Fire Protection Association No. 505 - 1969: Powered Industrial Trucks, Section 700--Changing and Charging Storage Batteries.