Tie, guy, and bracing requirements for scaffold systems.

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 4, 2000

Mr. Joseph D. Barbeau
Marsh USA Inc.
60 Colony Road
West Springfield, MA 01089

Subject: Use of Masonry Wire as Tie-in Points and 2" x 4" Lumber as Scaffold Bracing, 1926.451(a)(1), 1926.451(a)(6), 1926.451(c)(1)(ii), 1926.451(c)(1)(iii), 1926.451(c)(3)

Dear Mr. Barbeau:

Tie-in requirements for supported scaffolds; errors in Non-Mandatory Appendix E.

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 8, 2005

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

Re: Tie-in requirements for supported scaffolds; §:1926.451(c)(1)(ii); errors in Non-Mandatory Appendix E.

Dear Mr. Holman: