Tagging transmission lines covered under, 1910.269(m)(3)(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.

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January 31, 2020

Mr. Carey E. Olson
Moore, Ingram, Johnson, and Steele, LLP
Emerson Overlook
326 Roswell Street
Suite 100
Marietta, GA 30060

Dear Mr. Olson:

Network protectors must have the manual override position blocked, locked, or otherwise disabled; must need use of a tool to manually place in closed position.

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, 2005

Mr. David Nagy
3400 Benning Road, NE
Washington, DC 20019

Dear Mr. Nagy:

Thank you for your December 21, 2004 letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) Office of General Industry Enforcement. 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. You had specific questions regarding network protectors.