Securing of a platform (metal decking) on a manually propelled scaffold.

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 14, 1999

Mr. Don A. Halperin
10835 NW 18 Court
Gainesville, FL 32606

Re: 29 CFR 1926. 450, 451; Safety Requirements for Metal Deck Platforms on Manually Propelled Scaffolds.

Dear Mr. Halperin:

This is in response to your letter dated April 27, 1999, addressed to Mr. Charles N. Jeffress, Assistant Secretary of Labor, requesting OSHA's interpretation as to whether metal decking must be secured when used as a platform on a manually propelled scaffold.

Safety Standards regulating the stability of mobile scaffolds, scissor lifts, and aerial work platforms.

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, 2002

Paul S. Walsh
1928 South Park
Up Front North Apartment Buffalo, NY 14220

Re: §§1926.452(w) and 1926.453; scissor lifts and aerial lifts

Dear Mr. Walsh:

This letter is in response to your inquiry addressed to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration dated April 17, 2002 concerning your recollections of a 1999 construction project in Huntsville, Texas.

Use of mobile scaffolds with casters in the unlocked position; moving the mobile scaffold without dismounting.

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 24, 2002

Mr. J. Robert Harrell
Safety Management Services
44012 Santa Nella Place
San Diego, CA 92130-2291

Re: §1926.452(w)(2), 1926.452(w)(3), and 1926.452(w)(6)(iv); mobile scaffolds

Dear Mr. Harrell:

This is in response to your December 26, 2001, and April 8, 2002, letters addressed to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and a subsequent phone conversation with a member of my staff, Mr. Steve Stock. We apologize for the delay in responding to your request.

Height to base width ratio for mobile scaffolds with/without outriggers.

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.

March 10, 2004

David A. Beauchamp, President
Industrial Design Associates
40106 Roshani Drive
Temecula, CA 92591

Re: Whether a mobile scaffold outrigger design meets the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.451(c)(1).

Dear Mr. Beauchamp:

Moving Mobile 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.

June 17, 2005

Gary C. Hay
Occupational Safety Services, Inc.
12956 Mallard Creek Drive
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418

Re: §1926.452(w)(2); moving mobile scaffolds.

Dear Mr. Hay: