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OSHA Instruction STD 1-1.11 APR 26, 1982 Office of Compliance Programming
Subject: The alternating Tread Type Stair
A. Purpose. This instruction recognized a newly developed alternating treat type stair not presently covered by existing OSHA standards.
B. Scope. This instruction applies OSHA-wide.
C. Action. OSHA Regional Administrators/Area Directors shall take action to ensure that employers using alternating tread type stairs comply with the guidelines in E. of this instruction.
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 12, 1996
Mr. James R. Rhudy
Corporate Safety Manager
Chicago Bridge & Iron Company
1501 North Division Street
Plainfield, Illinois 60544-8929
Dear Mr. Rhudy:
This is in response to your letter dated June 27, 1996 in which you requested standard interpretations on the following: 29 CFR 1910.23(a)(9) and 1910.24(e).
In your letter you asked, "Is there an interpretation that permits a 2 inch opening, or can we use a toeboard to protect a floor hole where no one can accidentally walk?"
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.
October 3, 1991
The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Walking and Working Surfaces and Personal Protective Equipment dated April 10, 1990, contains a proposed standard entitled 1910.24 Step Bolts and Manhole Steps (copy of page 13399 attached).
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 17, 1978
Mr. N. Ray Warmack
Gaido - Lingle Company, Inc.
7820 Westglen
Houston, Texas 77063
Dear Mr. Warmack:
This is in response to your letter dated November 7, 1978, requesting a clarification of 29 CFR 1910.24(b). Your letter was forwarded to this office for response.
The subject tower 18.5 feet in height from the floor level with two platforms which contain the receiving tank, vacuum drive air filter and exhaust systems may be equipped with fixed ladders meeting the design requirements of 29 CFR 1910.27 provided:
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, 2012
Pangeun Shim, General Manager
Doosan Heavy Industries and Construction Company
Seoul Office
1303-22 Seocho-dong, Seocho-gu
Seoul, 137-920, Korea
Dear Mr. Shim:
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 13, 2015
Mr. Rod Sapyta
P.O. Box 483
Thonotosassa, FL 33592
Dear Mr. Sapyta:
Thank you for your November 7, 2014, letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), regarding OSHA requirements for stairs and railings for accessing trailers on semi-trailer trucks. We have paraphrased your questions, and our replies follow. 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.
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.
December 10, 2003
Mr. Harry Lancaster
Health and Safety Specialist
Duke/Fluor Daniel
PO Box 1011
Charlotte, NC 28201
Dear Mr. Lancaster:
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 10, 2006
Mr. Richard Viktora, Esq.
Skidmore, Owings, & Merrill, LLP
14 Wall Street
New York, NY 10005
Dear Mr. Viktora:
