Lighting.

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Clarification of the lockout/tags-plus standard for maritime employment.

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 20, 2012

Matthew Paxton
President
Shipbuilders Council of America
655 Fifteenth Street, NW
Suite 225
Washington, DC 20005

Dear Mr. Paxton,

In response to your concerns regarding the recently promulgated Control of Hazardous Energy (lockout/tags-plus) standard for maritime employment, 29 C.F.R. § 1915.89, OSHA offers the following interpretive guidance concerning the standard.

Respiratory Protection

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    47:20803-9
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Advance notice of proposed rulemaking; Parts 1910, 1915-18, and
1926. Concerns possible revisions to OSHA standards on respiratory
protection.

Shipyard Employment

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    47:20803-9
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Abstract:
Advance notice of proposed rulemaking; Parts 1910, 1915-18, and
1926. Concerns possible revisions to OSHA standards on respiratory
protection.