Pulp, paper, and paperboard mills.
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OSHA standards that may apply to one-man radio-controlled locomotives in the steel industry.
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 14, 1989
The Honorable Alan B. Mollohan
House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20515
Dear Congressman Mollohan:
The ASME Pressure Vessel Code.
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 16, 1982
TAMPELLA Ltd.
Machinery and Engineering Group
Mr. Matti Hukki, Chief Metallurgist.,
P.O. Box 267
33101 Tampere 10
FINLAND
Dear Sir:
Your May 4, 1982 letter to Administrator Price of the State of Florida regarding the ASME Pressure Vessel Code was referred to this office for reply.
Confined Space provisions of 29 CFR 1910.261 in light of the promulgation of 29 CFR 1910.146
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 7, 1993
Richard P. Klinzing
Vice President
Employee Relations
American Forest &
Paper Association
260 Madison Avenue
New York, N.Y. 10016-2499
Dear Mr. Klinzing:
Thank you for your letter of March 30, in which you requested a written interpretation of the Confined Space provisions of 29 CFR 1910.261 in light of the promulgation of 29 CFR 1910.146. Please accept our apology for the delay in this response.
Interpretation of OSHA standards 1910.261(a)(1) and 1910.261(a)(4)(ii)
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 14, 1990
Mr. F.K. "Sam" Parmely
Senior Safety and Health Auditor
Brown and Root, Inc.
Safety and Health Department
P.O. Box 3
Houston, Texas 77001
Dear Mr. Parmely:
Heavy-duty pipe, valves and fittings must be used between digesters and blow pits.
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 12, 1992
Mr. Steven R. Brenske
Manager - Safety Services
International Paper
International Place
I 6400 Poplar Avenue
Memphis, Tennessee 38197
Dear Mr. Brenske:
Thank you for your inquiry of March 31, requesting an interpretation of the scope of ANSI B31.1, Power Piping, and ANSI B31.2, Fuel Gas Piping, which are incorporated by reference in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard at 29 CFR 1910.261.
Evaluation of Variance #2272, application for permanent variance and interim order.
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 7, 1995
Batch digester safety in the paper industry.
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 17, 1995
Mr. Dave Ortleib
Director
Health and Safety Department
United Paperworkers International Union
P.O. Box 1475
Nashville, Tennessee 37202
Dear Mr. Ortleib:
This is in response to your letter of June 22, regarding batch digester safety in the paper industry. We regret the delay in responding to you.
Request for a permanent variance and interim order.
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.
May 25, 1995
Mr. William J. Gibson
Manager, Regulatory Compliance
James River Pennington, Inc.
Naheola Mill HC 66
Box 315
Pennington, Alabama 36916
Dear Mr. Gibson:
This is in response to your letter of May 11, addressed to Mr. Joseph A. Dear, Assistant Secretary of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) concerning your request for a permanent variance and interim order from 29 CFR 1910.261(g)(17)(i). Your letter was forwarded to the Directorate of Technical Support for a response.
Request for a permanent variance and an interim order regarding pressure vessel safety valve configuration.
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.
May 25, 1995
Mr. Dana A. Smith
Manager, Safety and Health
Rayonier - Jesup Mill
Post Office Box 2070
Jesup, Georgia 31545
Dear Mr. Smith:
This in response to letter of May 9, addressed to the Assistant Secretary of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), concerning your request for a permanent variance and an interim order from 29 CFR 1910.261(g)(17)(i) regarding pressure vessel safety valve configuration. Your request was forwarded to the Directorate of Technical Support for a response.