Standards applicable to Bell Industries "Carb-Cutter" powered tool.

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.

June 5, 1985

Mr. Bob Novascone
Holloway & Thomas, P.C.
1144 East Jefferson Street
Phoenix, Arizona 85034

Dear Mr. Novascone:

This is in response to your letter of April 29, 1985, in which you request an interpretation of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards applicable to a Bell Industries "Carb-Cutter".

Guarding requirements for a rotary pneumatic angle-drive hand-held tool.

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 11, 2001

Mr. Magnus Thuresson
855 Hazel Trail
Crownsville, MD 21032-1822

Re: Vertical Hand Tool Grinder

Dear Mr. Thuresson:

This is in response to your letter of May 24, 2001 to Keith Goddard of the Maryland Occupational Safety and Health Administration, requesting an interpretation on hand tool shielding requirements. We understand that you would like us to address your question with respect to federal Occupational Safety and Health requirements.

Application of OSHA construction standards to govern the use of pneumatic hand tools used in construction for cleaning concrete forms, bridge decks, and roads.

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 19, 2005

Mr. Thomas C. Tremblay
President
Guardair Corporation
54 Second Street
Chicopee, MA 01020

Re: What OSHA construction standards govern the use of pneumatic hand tools used in construction for cleaning concrete forms, bridge decks, and roads?

Dear Mr. Tremblay:

Whether the motor on a portable concrete mixer has to be covered; 1926.300(b)(1).

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 17, 2006

Mr. James Dean
7215 Mitchell Drive
Terrell, TX 75160

Re: Whether the motor on a portable concrete mixer has to be covered; §1926.300(b)(1)

Dear Mr. Dean:

This is in response to your letter dated July 29,2005, to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration in which you ask for guidance regarding the use of portable concrete mixers in construction applications. We apologize for the long delay in responding.