Formaldehyde

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Formaldehyde.

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Note: The requirements applicable to construction work under this section are identical to those set forth at 1910.1048 of this chapter.

Enforcement Procedure for Occupational Exposure to Formaldehyde

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This directive is available in: PDF

OSHA Instruction CPL 02-02-052/ CPL 2-2.52 (REVISED)
October 7, 1991

Office of Health Compliance Assistance

Protective equipment for formaldehyde exposure

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 25, 1998

Ryan Hopper
457 East 800 North
Logan, UT 84321

Dear Mr. Hopper:

This is in response to the letter you sent President Clinton by electronic mail on August 9, 1997, concerning regulations issued by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) that affect embalming conducted by funeral homes.

OSHA rulemaking on formaldehyde exposure limits

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 13, 1998

Mr. G. Curtis Hoskins, MD
Box 140828
Dallas, Texas 75214

Dear Dr. Hoskins: