Electrical standard requirements concerning covers for electrical pull boxes, junction boxes, and fittings.
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.
October 3, 2002
John Tanase
Safety Coordinator
R.W. Leet Electric, Inc.
3225 East Kilgore Road
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Dear Mr. Tanase:
This is in response to your letter of March 11, 2002, in which you request interpretations of several OSHA electrical standards. In your letter, you describe two situations and ask two questions about the applicability of particular standards in §1926.405. We will address only your specific questions -- not other issues that may be raised by these scenarios.