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OSHA Instruction October 30, 1978 STD 1-12.18
January 31. 1978
OSHA PROGRAM DIRECTIVE #100-92
TO: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS/OSHA
THRU: DONALD E. MACKENZIE Field Coordinator
Subject: 29 CFR 1910.213(c)(1)and (h)(1), Woodworking Machinery Guarding Requirements
1. Purpose
OSHA Instruction October 30, 1978 STD 1-12.17
January 31, 1978
OSHA PROGRAM DIRECTIVE #100-91
TO: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS/OSHA
THRU: DONALD E. MACKENZIE Field Coordinator
SUBJECT: 29 CFR 1910.213(h)(1), Radial Saw Guards
1. Purpose
2. Documentation Affected
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.
February 12, 1975
Mr. Glenn Bean
Safety Officer
Physical Plant Department
Ricks College
Rexburg, Idaho 83440
Dear Mr. Bean:
This is in response to your letter dated January 30, 1975, relative to the guarding of radial saws as required by Section 1910.213(h)(1) Woodworking Machinery Requirements - Radial Saws, of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards.
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 30, 1977
Mr. Richard Maslow
Bellmonte Finishing Co., Inc.
30 Irving Place
New York, New York 10003
Dear Mr. Maslow:
This is in response to your letter dated May 25, 1977, requesting a permanent variance from Section 1910.213(h)(1) Woodworking Machinery Requirements - Radial Saws, of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards.
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.
July 13, 1987
MEMORANDUM FOR: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS
FROM: LEO CAREY, DIRECTOR
DIRECTORATE OF FIELD OPERATIONS
SUBJECT: The "Speed Cut" Radial Saw Guard
Recently, several field offices have again requested clarification of the applicability of the adjustable plastic guard provided on the radial arm saws produced by Speed Cut, Inc., of Carvallis, Oregon.
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.
MAR 13 1990
Mr. Robert Carson Delta International Machinery Corporation 246 Alpha Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15238-2985
Dear Mr. Carson:
This is in response to your letter of August 29, 1989, in which you requested the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) interpretation of the specification for lower blade guards for radial arm saws, as found at 29 CFR 1910.213(h)(1) of the standard. Please excuse the delay in our response to your request.