29 CFR 1910.212(a)(3)(ii) Point of Operation Guarding for All Machines as Applied to the Hand-Fed Engraving Presses Used ...

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OSHA INSTRUCTION STD 1-12.22 JANUARY 2, 1978

OSHA PROGRAM DIRECTIVE

TO: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATION

THRU: DONALD E. MACKENZIE Field Coordinator

SUBJECT: 29 CFR 1910.212(a)(3)(ii), Point of Operation Guarding for All Machines; As Applied to Hand-Fed Engraving Presses Used in the Engraved Stationery Manufacturing Industry

1. Purpose

Applicability of 1910.212(a)(3)(ii) to Portable Pneumatic Powered Fastener Tools

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.

 


March 25, 1985

 

 

 

Guarding by location is permitted with certain provisions.

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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 7, 1975

Mr. R. W. Ach
President
Chester Products, Inc.
1300 Lafayette Avenue
Middletown, Ohio 45042

Dear Mr. Ach:

This is in reference to your letter dated August 22, 1974, concerning your request for a permanent variance and interim order from Section 1910.212(a)(3)(ii) General Requirements for All Machines - Machine Guarding - Point of Operation Guarding, of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards.

The safe use of portable, compressed-air-actuated, fastener driving tools (staple guns)

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.

August 8, 1986

Ivan Freud, Vice-President
Howell Woodwork Inc.
520 James Street
Lakewood, New Jersey 08701

Dear Mr. Freud:

This is in response to your letter of June 13, 1986, concerning the safe use of portable, compressed-air-actuated, fastener driving tools (staple guns) used at your facilities. A review of the issue indicated a variance would not be appropriate for the circumstances.

Power Press Brakes.

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.

 

Acceptable guarding for continuous cycling boneless meat tenderizers.

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.

November 2, 1987

Mr. J. C. Faucher
President
Lumar Ideal (1981) Inc.
1280 est, rue
Ontario Montreal,
Quebec
H2L 1R6

Dear Mr. Faucher:

This is in response to your letter of September 21, 1987, concerning the boneless meat tenderizers manufactured by your company.

The feasibility of OSHA's machine guarding requirements in their workplace.

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.

August 3, 1989

The Honorable Robert H. Michel
Member, United States House of Representatives
100 N.E.
Monroe, Room 107
Peoria, Illinois 61602-1094

Dear Congressman Michel:

Clarification of Scope of OSHA Instruction STD 1-12.22

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 15, 1991

Presence Sensing Palm Button Devices (PSPBD).

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.

August 5, 1992

Mr. Melvin L. Henry
Electrical Supervisor
Gasbarre Products, Inc.
P.O. Box 1022
Dubois, Pennsylvania 15801


Dear Mr. Henry:

Thank you for your inquiry of May 4, addressed to Tony Rizzo, Assistant Area Director in Erie, Pennsylvania, asking if Presence Sensing Palm Button Devices (PSPBD) can be used in place of spring-loaded two-hand control devices.

Standard 1910.212 in regards to its applicability to guard an area above the ram/piston on a vertical hydraulic downstroke/trash compactor.

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.