Use of Electro Sensitive Protection Equipment as point of operation guarding devices.
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 5, 2001
Mr. Robert Thomson
Frost Control, Inc.
7 Industrial Drive South
Smithfield, RI 02917-1526
Dear Mr. Thomson:
Thank you for your September 13th letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) Directorate of Compliance Programs (DCP). You had specific questions regarding machine guarding and the potential enforcement of international standards adopted under the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). Our replies to your paraphrased scenarios and questions are provided below.