Clarification of the 200 pounds strength requirement for railings.

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December 3, 1975

Mr. Ralph W. McMickle
Senior Structures Engineer
Ford, Bacon & Davis Construction Corporation
P.O. Box 1762
Monroe, Louisiana 71201

Dear Mr. McMickle:

This is in response to your letter of April 23, 1975, addressed to Mr. Jim Powell, Area Director, New Orleans, Louisiana regarding OSHA requirements for railings. In addition, it confirms your telephone conversation with a member of my staff.