Guarding of portable powered tools.
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Pneumatically operated staplers.
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.
May 14, 1979
Mr. Stephen Z. Weiss Attorney
Signode Corporation
3600 West Lake Avenue
Glenview, Illinois 60025v
Dear Mr. Weiss:
Your recent letter to Mr. Concannon was referred to this office for response. It concerned the Paslode Pinto II Stapler and the question of the applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards.
Use of "Light Duty" Pneumatic Tackers (Staplers) Without Pressure Release Levers.
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 8, 1983
Misapplication of Power Lawnmower Standard.
NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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.
November 10, 1986
MEMORANDUM FOR: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS
FROM: JOHN B. MILES, JR., DIRECTOR
DIRECTORATE OF FIELD OPERATIONS
SUBJECT: Misapplication of Power Lawnmower Standard 29 CFR
1910.243(e).
It has been brought to our attention that in some instances the OSHA standard for consumer type power lawnmowers at 1910.243(e) have been cited by field staff when inspecting commercial lawnmowers.
Hand portable operated abrasive grinders.
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.
January 24, 1996
Mr. John P. Coniglio, CHMM, RPIH
Executive Vice President - Operations 3320
N. Benzing Road
Orchard Park, NY 14127
Dear Mr. Coniglio:
This is in response to your letter of October 27, 1995 addressed to Mr. Don Kallstrom related to hand portable operated abrasive grinders, and in follow-up to an interim phone call placed to you on January 19, 1996. You requested an interpretation on whether machine guards are required when a wheel is used for internal work while within the work being ground.
A clarification of the definition of an outer flange on an abrasive wheel.
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 29, 1995
Mr. Pat Reeves
Operations Co-Manager
A & K Railroad Materials, Inc.
2131 S. 74th Street
Kansas City, KS 66106
Dear Mr. Reeves:
This is in response to your letter of October 31, 1994 regarding the clarification of Standard, 29 CFR 1910.243, "Guarding of Portable Powered Tools."
Requirement for neck protection when using power saws.
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 25, 2011
Ms. Norene M. Beatty
Noble Towers, Apt. 305
2440 Baldwick Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
Dear Ms. Beatty:
Thank you for your November 12, 2010, letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding neck protection for workers using power saws. This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation only of the requirements discussed and may not be applicable to any scenario not delineated within your original correspondence.
Diving
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Abstract: Paragraph (c)(4) renumbered to (c)(5); and (c)(5) renumbered to (c)(6).
Portable Powered Tools
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Abstract: See FR 5/28/82 for paragraphs affected by revocation.
Portable Powered Tools
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Abstract: Hand and portable tools, etc.; see FR 2/10/84 for paragraphs affected by revocation.