Scope and definitions.
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Walking surface platforms attached to a billboard.
NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.
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.
April 19, 1977
Mr. Wilson Tanner,
Associate Vice President
Outdoor Advertising Association
of America, Inc.
1660 L. Street, N.W., Suite 215-6
Washington, D.C. 20036
Dear Mr. Tanner:
This is in response to your letter of March 9, 1977, regarding a question on walking surface platforms attached to a billboard. In addition, it confirms your telephone conversation with a member of my staff.
Protective devices for ladderway openings.
NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.
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 15, 1993
Mr. Erich E. Bredl
President
Intrepid Industries, Inc.
P.O. Box 5460
Pasadena, Texas 77508-5460
Dear Mr. Bredl:
Thank you for your letter of December 29, 1992, concerning protective devices for ladderway openings.
Portable ladders.
NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.
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.
April 2, 1996
J. Nigel Ellis, Ph.D., CSP, P.E., CPE
President
Dynamic Scientific Controls
P.O. Box 445
Wilmington, DE 19899-0445
Dear Dr. Ellis:
This is in response to your letter of January 28, in which you requested several interpretations relative to portable ladders. Your questions and the relevant responses for general industry and construction are: Is it true that:
[Question #1:] Portable ladders are any ladders which are transportable by any means not just physical carrying?
Additional fall protection requirements for concrete trucks when work platforms are equipped with guardrails and toeboards.
NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.
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.
December 16, 2003
Thomas Harman, CSP
National Ready Mixed Concrete Association
900 Spring Street
Silver Spring, MD 20910
Dear Mr. Harman:
Cross-member supports used for climbing communication towers are not fixed ladders under 1910.268(h).
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.
Walking-Working Surfaces; Information Collection Requirements.
- Publication Date:
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- Fed Register #:63:34933-34934
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
[Docket No. ICR-98-26]
Walking-Working Surfaces; Information Collection Requirements
ACTION: Notice; Opportunity for Public Comment.
Walking-Working Surfaces and Personal Protective Equipment (Fall Protection Systems)
- Publication Date:
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- Fed Register #:81:82494-83006
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[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 223 (Friday, November 18, 2016)] [Rules and Regulations] [Pages 82494-83006] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 2016-24557] Vol. 81 Friday, No.
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
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- Fed Register #:63:52298-52300
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Office of the Secretary
Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request
September 24, 1998.
Extension of Written Comment Period and Scheduled Hearing on Proposed Rule on Walking and Working Surfaces and Personal Protective Equipment (Fall Protection Systems)
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- Fed Register #:55:29224-29
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Abstract:
Schedules an informal public hearing, starting on 9/11/90, concerning the notices of proposed rulemaking which OSHA issued on 4/10/ 90 regarding walking and working surfaces (55 FR 13360) and personal protective equipment (fall protection systems) (55 FR 13423). The hearing will be held at Francis Perkins Building (DOL) in Washington, D. C. Notices of intention to appear at the hearing must be postmarked by 8/8/90. Written comments on the proposed standard must be postmarked by 8/22/90.