Clarification of the Electric Power Generation, Transmission, And Distribution Standard, 29 CFR 1910.269.

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 9, 1995

Ms. Mary A. Zmuda
The Quaker Oats Company
P. O. Box 049001
Chicago, ILL. 60604-9001

Dear Ms. Zmuda:

Section that requires the employer to insure that apparel worn by employees not increase the injury should they be exposed to flame.

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 12, 1995

The Honorable Patricia Schroeder
U.S. House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20515

Dear Congresswoman Schroeder:

Enforcement of Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution and Electrical Protective Equipment.

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 7, 1995

Final Rule on Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution.

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 1, 1994

Mr. Tom Callahan Director of Personnel South Mississippi Electric Power Association Post Office Box 15849 Hattiesburg, MS. 39404-5849

Dear Mr. Callahan:

Interpretation of the Electrical Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution standard.

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 8, 1994

Mr. Charles J. Kelly Manager, Occupational Safety and Health Edison Electric Institute 701 Pennsylvania Avenue Washington, D.C. 20004-2696

Dear Mr. Kelly:

This is in response to your June 17 letter requesting interpretation of the Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution standard, 29 CFR 1910.269. Please accept our apology for the delay in responding. Specifically, you requested clarification pertaining to the following question. Our reply follows.

Interpretation of the electic power generation, transmission and distribution (electric power generation) standard.

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 23, 1996

Mr. Stephen C. Yohay
McDermott, Will & Emery
1850 K Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20006-2296

Dear Mr. Yohay:

This is in response to your letter of June 14 requesting an interpretation of the electrical power generation, transmission and distribution (electric power generation) standard, 29 CFR 1910.269. Your Question and our reply follow.

Question: Is the removal and replacement of a transformer a kind of "operation" which may be performed by one qualified employee, without the presence of a second employee?

Distinction between premises wiring installations and electric transmission or distribution installations.

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 16, 1996

Mr. Lawrence P. Halprin
Law Offices of Keller and Heckman
1001 G Street, N.W.
Suite 500
Washington, D.C. 20001

Dear Mr. Halprin:

Electrical Workers

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 6, 1996

Mr. Charles J. Kelly Edision Electric Institute 701 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Washington, D.C. 20004-2696

Dear Mr. Kelly:

This is in response to your June 14 letter requesting reconsideration of the reply to Question #2 in our December 7, 1995 letter to Mr. David L. White, business representative for Local Union No. Two of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) in St. Louis, Missouri. This question and our reply are reiterated below.

Harness used for fall protection is not considered "apparel".

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

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.

July 30, 1996

Mr. Leonard Meenan Jr.
30W152 Bruce Lane
Naperville, Illinois 60563

Dear Mr. Meenan:

This is in response to your March 22 letter comments on our February 26 response to your previous January 25 letter. Please accept our apology for the delay in responding. Our response to your second letter follows.

Interpretation of the electric power generation, transmission, and distribution standard

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 4, 1996

Mr. John D. Weagraff
Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation
300 Erie Boulevard West
Syracuse, New York 13202-4250

Dear Mr. Weagraff:

This is in response to your October 5, 1995, letter requesting interpretation of the electric power generation, transmission, and distribution standard, 29 CFR 1910.269. Please accept our apology for the delay in responding. Your questions and our replies follow.

Question 1 :