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

 

 

 

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: