Clarification of temporary vs. portable lighting.

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April 6, 1976

Mr. John Hitchings
Industrial Oil Tank & Line
Cleaning Service
307 East Garden Street
Rome, New York 13440

Dear Mr. Hitchings:

This is in response to your letter requesting a clarification of the OSHA Standard [1926.405(a)(2)(ii)(G)] as temporary versus portable lighting.