Stress cone work: worker protection and job briefings

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 22, 1998

Mr. Robert R. Schaffer
Orange and Rockland
390 West Route 59
Spring Valley, NY 10977-5300

Dear Mr. Schaffer:

This is in response to your April 6 letter requesting interpretation of §1910.269 Electric power generation, transmission, and distribution. Please accept our apology for the delay in responding. Your procedure and question and our reply follow.

Stress Cone Work Protection Procedure

 

 

 

Conditions allowing the use of insulating gloves without the use of insulating sleeves when working on or near exposed energized parts.

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 1, 2006

Ms. Mary Thompson
Regulatory Compliance Manager
Alabama Rural Electric Association of Cooperatives
P.O. Box 244014
Montgomery, AL 36124

Dear Ms. Thompson: