Requirements of Mobile Ladder Stand Platforms Used to Access CNC Machines

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 6, 2024

Corry Gruwell
Safety Director
Momentiv
3012 East 1st Street
Duluth, MN 55812

Dear Mr. Gruwell:

Handrail and railing specifications for general industry.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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

April 22, 1975

MEMORANDUM FOR:
ALFRED BARDEN
ASSISTANT REGIONAL DIRECTOR
SUBJECT:
Compliance with OSHA Requirements

This is in response to your memorandum of March 18, 1975, concerning 1910.23(e), Railing Specifications.

After reviewing your correspondence with enclosures, the following are suggested guidelines:

Compliance of stair and platform railings with height requirements in OSHA standards for fixed industrial stairs.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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

August 27, 2008

Mr. Bryan Cobb
500 Industrial Drive, NE
White, GA 30184

Dear Mr. Cobb:

Thank you for your January 23, 2008, fax to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) Directorate of Enforcement Programs (DEP). You had specific questions regarding the OSHA standards for fixed industrial stairs. Your paraphrased questions and our responses are below. This letter constitutes OSHA‹s interpretation only of the requirements discussed and may not be applicable to any questions not delineated within your original correspondence.