Power-operated hand tools.
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If work may accidently come into contact with an energized line, do not use a conductive hose.
NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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.
February 6, 1978
Mr. James Thomas
Demos, LTD.
Attorneys at Law
33 North Dearborn Street
Suite 826
Chicago, Illinois 60602
Dear Mr. Demos:
This is in response to your letter of December 1, 1977, addressed to Mr. Dave Hadden, which was forwarded to this office for a reply. The letter concerned interpretations of several construction standards. Please accept my apology for the delay in response.
Pneumatically operated staplers.
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 14, 1979
Mr. Stephen Z. Weiss Attorney
Signode Corporation
3600 West Lake Avenue
Glenview, Illinois 60025v
Dear Mr. Weiss:
Your recent letter to Mr. Concannon was referred to this office for response. It concerned the Paslode Pinto II Stapler and the question of the applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration standards.
Laboratory testing requirements for hand-held electrical construction tools.
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 12, 1986
Mr. Kenneth A. Hahn
Vice President
The Wyco Tool Company
2200 South Street
Racine, Wisconsin 53404
Dear Mr. Hahn:
This is in response to your letter of October 6, 1986, requesting an official clarification of 29 CFR 1926.302. Your letter addressed to the Directorate of Technical Support was forwarded to this office for response.
Pneumatic tools must be designed and used in accordance with good engineering practices
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.
April 8, 1982
Mr. J. Pat Deyle
Field Engineer
Chicago Pneumatic Tool Company
2200 Bleecker Street
Utica, New York 13503
Dear Mr. Deyle:
This is in response to your letter of February 15, 1982 concerning OSHA standards for pneumatic demolition tools.
Fasteners used in tools shall be only those specifically manufactured for use in such tools.
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 2, 1982
Mr. Jack Moore
Jack Moore Associates, Inc.
429 Boston Turnpike
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts 01545
Dear Mr. Moore,
This is in response to your letter of December 11, 1981, requesting clarification of OSHA's position regarding certain provisions of OSHA 29 CFR 1926.302. Please accept our apology for the delay in response.
Statement of compliance from OSHA for a pole-mounted powder actuated 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.
September 5, 1995
Mr. Martin Schofield, P.E.
Director of Product Safety & Liability
Hilti, Inc.
5400 South 122nd East Avenue
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74121
Dear Mr. Schofield:
This letter is in response to your April 27 letter in which you request a statement of compliance from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for your pole-mounted powder actuated tool.
The requirement for fire resistant fluids does not apply to hydraulic tools.
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.
April 3, 1978
Mr. James Thomas
Demos, LTD.
Attorneys at Law
33 North Dearborn Street
Suite 826
Chicago, Illinois 60602
Dear Mr. Demos:
This is in response to your letter of March 8, 1978, concerning my recent interpretations of several construction Standards, and confirms a telephone conversation with a member of my staff on March 24, 1978.
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.
Repair requirements for the cord plug (attachment plug) of double-insulated tools.
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.
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