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This section does not apply to aerial lifts, the criteria for which are set out exclusively in § 1926.453.
Inspection Procedures for Enforcing Subpart L, Scaffolds Used in Construction - 29 CFR 1926.450-454
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OSHA Instruction CPL 2-1.23
January 7, 1997
Directorate of Construction
SUBJECT: Inspection Procedures for Enforcing Subpart L, Scaffolds Used in Construction - 29 CFR 1926.450-454.
29 CFR 1926.451 Scaffolding
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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.
OSHA INSTRUCTION STD 3-10.4 OCTOBER 30, 1978
OSHA PROGRAM DIRECTIVE #100-84
TO: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS/OSHA
THRU: DONALD E. MACKENZIE Field Coordinator
Subject: 29 CFR 1926.451, Scaffolding
1. Purpose
- The purpose of this directive is to clarify the application of 29 CFR 1926.451, Scaffolding, Construction standards.
2. Documentation Affected
- This directive supersedes Field Information Memorandum #75-19 dated March 6, 1975.
3. Background
Fall restraint systems for employees building scaffolds in a location where the scaffold that is being built provides the only tie-off point.
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 1, 1983
Mr. David H. Swisher
Texas Operations Safety Director
Dow Chemical U.S.A.
Freeport, Texas 77541
Dear Mr. Swisher:
This is in response to your letter of August 3, 1983, to Mr. Gilbert J. Saulter, requesting OSHA's position of fall restraint systems for employees building scaffolds in a location where the scaffold that is being built provides the only tie-off point.
Storage of materials that prevents inspection of scaffolds before workshifts; incidental storage amounts that do not inhibit scaffold inspection.
NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.
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.
June 10, 2003
Walsh Northeast Division
Attn: Barbara McNeil
5 Necco Court
Boston, MA 02210
Re: 29 CFR 1926.250(b)(5) (prohibition against storing materials on scaffolds longer than needed for immediate operations)
Dear Ms. McNeil:
Daily inspection of scaffolds.
NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.
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 5, 1997
Mr. Willie Westmoreland
Safety Director/construction Manager
Interstate Scaffolding, Inc.
P.O. Box 198
17315 Ashland Ave.
East Crest, Il 60429
Dear Mr. Westmoreland:
This is in response to your letter of June 12, 1997, to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requesting an interpretation of the requirements in paragraph 1926.451 for the daily inspection of scaffolds.
Use of an Aluminum Pole Jack Scaffold at a 50 foot shoulder working height.
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 30, 1983
Mr. Carl E. Anderson
President
Alum-A-Pole Corporation
2581 Richmond Terrace
Industrial Buildings 9A & 9B
P.O. Box 66
Staten Island, New York 10303-9066
Dear Mr. Anderson:
This is in response to your letter of December 8, 1983, requesting a 50-foot shoulder working height for your aluminum pole pump Jack Scaffold.
Mobile construction 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.
October 24, 1983
Mr. Richard C. Corbin
Universal Tank & Iron Workers, Inc.
P. O. Box 31156
Indianapolis, Indiana 46231
Dear Mr. Corbin:
This is in response to your letter of August 30, 1983, addressed to Mr. Roy Gurham, raising some technical questions involving mobile construction scaffolding.
Equivalent safe access.
NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.
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.
February 6, 1997
Mr. R. B. Jacobsen
Assistant Manager Safety
Raytheon Constructors Inc.
P.O. Box 8223
Philadelphia, PA 19101-8223
Dear Mr. Jacobsen:
The "Sky Genie" device.
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 16, 1989
Mr. LaRue Coleman, President
Jobs Building Services, Inc.
210 Drew
Houston, Texas 77006
Dear Mr. Coleman:
This is in response to your letter of September 13 ,1988, addressed to Mr. Gerald Baty, Director of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Houston Area Office concerning the "Sky Genie" device. Your letter was forwarded to this office for response. Please excuse the delay.