Standard requirements for eyewash and shower equipment, personnel and other protective equipment and air circulation fans, used in an automotive battery charging area

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 31, 1994

Mr. Matthew P Caputo
HQ USAREUR
CMR 420 BOX 2163
APO AE 09063

Dear Mr. Caputo:

Thank you for your inquiry of February 2, requesting a copy of the current Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard requirements for eyewash and shower equipment, personal and other protective equipment, and air circulating fans, used in an automotive battery charging area. We apologize for the delay in our response.

Electrical standards as it applies to desktop computers.

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 18, 1992

William K. Blocher President
BBC Computers Inc.
7 Columbia Circle
Merrimack, New Hampshire 03054

Dear Mr. Blocher:

Thank you for your letter of January 23, requesting clarification on the applicability of 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S, Electrical standards, to desktop computers.

Proper wiring of a new overhead crane.

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 13, 1991

Mr. D. Joe Comeau
Project Engineer
Bath Iron Works Corp.
700 Washington Street
Bath, Maine 04530

Dear Mr. Comeau:

Thank you for your letter of June 18, concerning the proper wiring of a new overhead crane being purchased by the Bath Iron Works (BIW) from the Harnischfeger (P&H) company. Your letter was forwarded to this office for reply on October 10. Please excuse the delay in response.

National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Warning Alert Regarding Imported Circuit Breaker Panels

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.

Jun 28 1988

 

MEMORANDUM FOR: JAMES W. LAKE
  REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR

 

THROUGH: LEO CAREY, DIRECTOR OFFICE OF FIELD PROGRAMS

FROM: THOMAS J. SHEPICH, DIRECTOR DIRECTORATE OF COMPLIANCE PROGRAMS

Electrical Conductor Identification.

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.

December 18, 1997

Electrical interface units used to connect nurse call systems with pocket page transmitters and other ancillary equipment.

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 12, 1991

Mr. Kenneth T. James
Chairman, Hospital Signaling Group
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA)
Suite 300
2101 L Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20210

Dear Mr. James:

Thank you for your inquiries of June 26, and August 14, pertaining to electrical interface units used to connect nurse call systems with pocket page transmitters and other ancillary equipment. We apologize for the delay in responding.

Approval requirements for electrical conductors and equipment.

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.

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 9, 1993

Mr. David G. Sarvadi
Law Offices of Keller and Heckman
1001 G Street, N.W.
Suite 500
West Washington, D.C. 20001

Dear Mr. Sarvadi:

Acceptability of modifying a standard on/off switch to provide lockout capability to a machine.

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.

May 13, 2003

Mr. Thomas L. Jones
Senior Safety Consultant
Accordia
1014 Vine Street, Suite 1100
Cincinnati, Ohio 45202-1195

Dear Mr. Jones:

Electrical conductors and equipment must be approved and used according to its listing/label.

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.

May 27, 2003

Mr. Joe M. Castelli
Corporate Manager of Quality
Ajax TOCCO Magnethermic
1506 Industrial Boulevard
Boaz, AL 35957

Dear Mr. Castelli:

Compliance requirements for relocatable power taps or "power strips"

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 18, 2002

Wade R. Abnett, ASP
Senior Safety Engineer
Middle River Aircraft Systems
103 Chesapeake Park Plaza
Baltimore, MD 21220

Dear Mr. Abnett: