Fall protection for employees exposed to hazardous falls from roofs.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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

August 13, 1987

Mr. Lawrence R. Stafford
Stetson - Harza
Renssolaer Technology Park
250 Jordan Road
Troy, New York 12180

Dear Mr. Stafford:

This is in response to your letters of July 30, 1987, concerning perimeter protection along roofs and the necessary inspection cycle required by 29 CFR 1910.66(e)(3).

Inspections required for powered platforms for exterior building maintenance.

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 25, 1975

Mr. K. M. Stead
Regional Manager
The Equitable Life Assurance
Society of the United States
1285 Avenue of the Americas
New York, New York 10019

Dear Mr. Stead:

This is in response to your letter dated July 28, 1975, concerning certain inspections required by Section 1910.66(e)(3) Powered Platforms for Exterior Building Maintenance, of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards.