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

Protection of employees from exposure to live electrical parts with plastic switch plates/receptacle cover and non-conductive screws.

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 17, 2004

Mr. Richard Hope
Engineer, Maintenance Department
Klickitat Valley Health Services
Post Office Box 5
310 S. Roosevelt Street
Goldendale, WA 98620

Re: Protection of employees from exposure to live electrical parts under 29 CFR 1926.405(j)(1)(i).

Dear Mr. Hope:

This is in response to your May 10, 2004, fax to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding protection of employees from exposure to live (electrical) parts.

Whether employees who are verifying that an electrical system is de-energized or are turning off circuit breakers are required to use personal protective equipment

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.