Stairways and Ladders
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1926 Subpart X - Stairways and Ladders
1926 Subpart X - Stairways and Ladders
Changes to the Construction Standard Alleged Violation Elements (SAVES) Manaul
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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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 Instruction CPL 2.34 CH-6 July 15, 1991 Office of General Industry Compliance Assistance
Subject: Changes to the Construction Standard Alleged Violation Elements (SAVEs) Manual
A. Purpose. This instruction transmits page changes to the Construction SAVEs Manual which revise and relocate the existing SAVEs for Ladders from 29 CFR 1926, Subpart L; and for Stairs from 29 CFR 1926, Subpart M, into the 29 CFR 1926, new Subpart X--Stairways and Ladders.
B. Scope. This instruction applies OSHA-wide.
Stair units manufactured to be used as an integral part of the welded frame scaffolds system.
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 18, 1994
Mr. Rached N. Karanouh, P.E.
Chief Engineer
Waco Scaffolding & Equipment
4545 Spring Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44131
Dear Mr. Karanouh:
This is in response to your January 24 letter in which you request a clarification of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard for stairways and ladders. I apologize for the delay of this response.
Scaffold stairs used for access to floors during construction of multistory buildings.
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 1, 1999
Mr. Robert Harrell
Safety Management Services
4012 Santa Nella Place
San Diego, CA 92130-2291
Re: 1926 Subpart X, Scaffold stairs used for access to floors during construction of multistory buildings
Dear Mr. Harrell:
This is in response to your letters dated August 3, 1998 and October 20, 1998, to OSHA's Directorate of Construction. I apologize for the delay in providing this response.
Applicability of Subpart L and Subpart X to stair towers used for access to multistory buildings.
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 23, 2000
Mr. Gary Larson
Scaffold Industry Association
20335 Ventura Blvd., Suite 310
Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Re: Whether Subpart L or Subpart X requirements apply to scaffold stair towers used for access to multistory buildings.
Dear Mr. Larson:
The use of cable hook assemblies, pole grip assemblies, or adjustable levelers on fiberglass extension ladders used in construction.
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.
Ladders used with scaffolds
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.
October 1, 1991
Ms. Margaret L. Rothschild
Scaffolding, Shoring & Forming Institute, Inc.
1230 Keith Building
Cleveland, Ohio 44115-2180
Dear Ms. Rothschild:
This is in response to your letter of May 30, 1991, in which you request a clarification of the scope of 29 CFR Part 1926, Subpart X-Stairways and Ladders as it applies to ladders used with scaffolds. We apologize for the delay in responding to your inquiry.
Are podium ladders covered under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart X or Subpart L?
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 10, 2007
Stephen J. Cloutier
Vice President
Bovis Lend Lease
PO Box 32755 (28232-2755)
Three Coliseum Centre
2550 West Tyvola Road, Suite 600
Charlotte, NC 28217
Re: Are podium ladders covered under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart X or Subpart L?
Dear Mr. Cloutier:
Whether OSHA requirements prohibit working from a portable stepladder and, if not, whether fall protection is required. 29 CFR 1926.1053(b).
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.