Allowable TLV of coke gases at the breathing levels of the employees.

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 17, 1977

Mr. J.P. O'Donovan
Safety Director
Eastern Region
Turner Construction Company
1528 Walnut Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102

Dear Mr. O'Donovan:

This is in response to your letter dated May 3, 1977, to Mr. James J. Concannon, which was forwarded to this office for reply, regarding the interpretation of Paragraph 5.6.4. (1) ANSI A10. 9-1970, as adopted in 29 CFR 1926.700(a). In addition, this confirms a telephone conversation on the subject matter with a member of my staff.

The standard was not intended to apply to properly constructed and equipped solid fuel salamanders which are fueled by coke or coal and are used in structures under 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.

March 25, 1977

Mr. James F. McGlame, Jr.
President
Massachusetts Council of Construction
Employers, Inc.
260 Summer Street, Room 704
Boston, Massachusetts 02210

Dear Mr. McGlame:

This is in reference to your class application for variance from Section 1926.154(d) Solid Fuel Salamanders, of the Occupational Safety and Health Standards, for which and interim order was issued.

Hi-Lo "Hard Hat" Radiant Oil Heaters

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 26, 1988