Appropriate safety practices for the removal of electrical meters.

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 3, 1999

[Name Withheld]

Dear [Name Withheld]:

Thank you for your June 16, 1999 letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). You asked questions regarding the appropriate safety practices for the removal of electrical meters. Your scenario, corresponding questions, and our reply follow.

Minimum approach distances when using insulating gloves and sleeves.

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.

October 26, 1999

Mr. Dimitrios S. Mihou, CSP
OSHA Regulatory Compliance/
Accident Prevention Specialist
Niagara Mohawk
300 Erie Boulevard West
Syracuse, NY 13202-4250

Dear Mr. Mihou:

Exceptions to minimum approach distances for 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.

 

 

February 10, 2000

Mr. Richard C. McCool, CIH, CSP
Manger, Safety and Health
Gulf Power, A Southern Company
One Energy Place
Pensacola, FL 32520

Dear Mr. McCool:

Thank you for the June 1, 1999 letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) [Directorate of Enforcement Programs]. You have a question about minimum approach distance requirements of the Electrical Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution Standard, 29 CFR §1910.269. Your scenario, question, and our response follow:

Grounding requirements for aerial lifts (bucket trucks) under the General Industry 1910.269 and Construction 1926.952 standards.

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.

October 5, 2004

Mr. Henry L. Dean
Method/Training Department
ComEd
1919 Swift Road
Oakbrook, IL 60523

Dear Mr. Dean:

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:

Use of live-line tools and exemption to the requirement for at least two employees to be present during work on an energized part.

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.

October 19, 2006

Mr. Michael Ziobro
Sr. Safety & Industrial Hygiene Specialist
PPL Services-Safety Operations
600 Larch Street
Scranton, PA 18509

Dear Mr. Ziobro:

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:

Conditions rendering underground electrical power connections as unsafe to touch with bare hands.

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 25, 2006

Mr. Michael L. Harbaugh
S.A.L.C.O.M., Inc.
909 Adams Street
Great Bend, KS 67530

Dear Mr. Harbaugh:

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.