CPR/first aid training and "working alone" provisions of 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.

 

 

February 22, 1999

 

 

Determining voltage ratings for electrical insulating equipment used during electrical power distribution and transmission work.

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 27, 2005

Mr. Edwin Hill
International President
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
1125 15th St., N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20005

Dear Mr. Hill:

Qualifications required under 1910.269 for entry into manholes/vaults to perform work on energized conductors.

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 21, 2006

Mr. Edgar R. Mings
Business Manager
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Local 196
2400 Big Timber Road
Bldg. B, Suite 208
Elgin, IL 60123

Dear Mr. Mings:

Clarification on number of qualified employees required when working with electrical components.

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 3, 2010

[Withheld]

Thank you for your February 11, 2008, correspondence to OSHA's Directorate of Enforcement Programs (DEP). You had questions regarding OSHA's standard on Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution (29 CFR §1910.269). Your paraphrased scenarios and 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.