Applicable standards to protect employees, not engaged in electrical work, operating an aerial lift within 10 feet of overhead electrical lines.

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 25, 2001

Request for clarification on ground fault circuit interrupters on portable generators forwarded to the national office.

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 24, 1977

Mr. R. D. Salzwedel
Director of Safety
CIAF Corp.
P.O. Box 327
Pennington Road
Pennington, New Jersey 08534

Dear Mr. Salzwedel:

This is in response to your letter dated March 1, 1977, requesting clarification of the requirements in using ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) on portable generators, other than the type specified in the existing standard.