Hand and portable powered tools and equipment, general.
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The reduction of air pressure below 30 psi for cleaning purposes.
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 27, 1979
Whether or not a piece of equipment would meet the intent of 1910.242.
NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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.
September 20, 1976
MEMORANDUM FOR: Nicholas Di Archangel Acting Regional Administrator ATTN: E. Largent - Yamazen USA, Inc. Subject: Request for Interpretation
This is in reply to Mr. Largent's memo of August 4, 1976, subject as above, requesting an interpretation as to whether or not a piece of equipment would meet the intent of 1910.242(b).
Air guns with "air curtains" are acceptable as long as they meet the requirements of 1910.242(b) and Program Directive #100-1, dated February 14, 1972.
Clarification of 1910.212 and 1910.242 as applying to hand-type office paper cutters and sharp edged hand tools
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.
September 15, 1976
Mr. Robert L. Hinman
Resident Consultant
Nebraska Office
Post Office Box 80305
Lincoln, Nebraska 68501
Dear Mr. Hinman:
This is in response to your letter dated July 26, 1976, requesting clarification of 29 CFR 1910.212(a)(3)(ii) and 29 CFR 1910.242 as applying to hand-type office paper cutters and sharp edged hand tools.
Using compressed air for cleaning an employee's body and clothing
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.
Scope of logging standard -- 1910.266
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.
March 12, 1996
MEMORANDUM FOR: R. DAVIS LAYNE
REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR
FROM: JOHN B. MILES, JR.
DIRECTOR
DIRECTORATE OF COMPLIANCE PROGRAMS
SUBJECT: SCOPE OF LOGGING STANDARD -- 1910.266
This is a response to your letter of January 25, 1996, requesting an interpretation of the Logging Standard, 29 CFR 1910.266. Specifically, you asked if the standard applies to any tree felling operation. Listed below are the two questions you asked and our response.
The use of compressed air for cleaning purposes with a pressure greater than 30 P.S.I. and the use of air guns with long pipes
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 14, 1978
Mr. Thomas G. Gillum
1215 North Edward Street
Decatur, Illinois 62522
Dear Mr. Gillum:
This is in response to your letter regarding the use of compressed air for cleaning purposes with a pressure greater than 30 P.S.I. and the use of air guns with long pipes.
The application of 29 CFR 1910.242(a) to hand-operated paper cutters (trimming boards).
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.
June 30, 1976
Tree Care Operations
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[Federal Register: September 18, 2008 (Volume 73, Number 182)][Proposed Rules] [Page 54118-54123] From the Federal Register Online via GPO Access [wais.access.gpo.gov] [DOCID:fr18se08-27] ======================================================================= ----------------------------------------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OF LABOR Occupational Safety and Health Administration 29 CFR Part 1910 [Docket No.