Requirements applicable to the design, inspection, and testing of imported scaffolding.

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 10, 2001

Mr. Bernie Bridger
Intertek Testing Services (Japan) K.K.
ITS Inteco
Bellwood Eitai, 9th Floor
2-31-15, Eitai
Koto-ku, Tokyo 135-0034
Japan

Re: §§1926.450-1926.454; Scaffolds imported to the U.S.

Dear Mr. Bridger:

Use of 2"x6" No 2 pine boards as a scaffold platform; application of 1926.451(a) and 1926.451(f)(16) when erecting and dismantling scaffolds.

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 11, 2005

Mr. Douglas A. Holman
1816 River Bend Road
Sevierville, TN 37876

Re: Whether 2"-x-6" No. 2 pine boards may be used as a scaffold platform; whether §1926.451(a) and §1926.451(f)(16) are applicable when erecting and dismantling scaffolds.

Dear Mr. Holman:

Are podium ladders covered under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart X or Subpart L?

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 10, 2007

Stephen J. Cloutier
Vice President
Bovis Lend Lease
PO Box 32755 (28232-2755)
Three Coliseum Centre
2550 West Tyvola Road, Suite 600
Charlotte, NC 28217

Re: Are podium ladders covered under 29 CFR 1926 Subpart X or Subpart L?

Dear Mr. Cloutier: