Standards Improvement Project--Phase IV; Final Rule

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  • Fed Register #:
    84:21416-21598
  • Title:
    Standards Improvement Project--Phase IV; Final Rule
[Federal Register Volume 84, Number 93 (Tuesday, May 14, 2019)]
[Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 21416-21598]
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[FR Doc No: 2019-07902]



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Substitution of phosphorescent helmets for retroflective garments does not meet high-visibility clothing requirements for flaggers.

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 8, 2003

Mr. Luis Araya Rojas
Manager of Operations
Edificar S.A
Apdo: 257-1150
La Uruca, Costa Rica

Re: Safety Apparel for Flaggers under §1926.201(a)

Dear Mr. Rojas:

Requirements for use of high-visibility warning garments by construction workers in highway work zones.

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.

 

Highway work zones and reflective/warning vests for the protection of off-duty police officers working as flaggers.

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.

January 31, 2006

James Foster
General Manager
7347 Spencer Lake Road
Medina, Ohio 44256

Re: Highway work zones; reflective/warning vests; flaggers; protection of off-duty police officers working as flaggers; §1926.201(a).

Dear Mr. Foster:

Whether use of high-visibility warning garments by construction workers in highway work zones is required.

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 5, 2009

Letter #20080829-8611

Re: Whether use of high-visibility warning garments by construction workers in highway work zones is required.

We previously wrote to you on May 11, 2004 in response to your question about the use of high-visibility apparel in highway construction work. We stated:

Updating OSHA Standards Based on National Consensus Standards; Signage

  • Publication Date:
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  • Fed Register #:
    78:35559-35567
  • Title:
[Federal Register Volume 78, Number 114 (Thursday, June 13, 2013)][Rules and Regulations][Pages 35559-35567]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2013-13909]


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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

29 CFR Parts 1910 and 1926

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Standards Improvement Project-Phase IV; Proposed Rule

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  • Fed Register #:
    81:68504-68685
  • Title:
[Federal Register Volume 81, Number 192 (Tuesday, October 4, 2016)][Proposed Rules][Pages 68504-68685]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2016-19454]


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