Accessibility of a hospital or physician in terms of distance and travel time.

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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.

December 1, 1976

Ms. Deborah A. Moser
Staff Safety Consultant
National Loss Control
Service Corporation
Long Grove, IL., 60049

In re: Your letter of October 7, 1976, 1926.50(c) Medical Services and First Aid

Dear Ms. Moser:

Accessibility of a hospital or physician in terms of distance and travel time.

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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.

December 1, 1976

Ms. Deborah A. Moser
Staff Safety Consultant
National Loss Control
Service Corporation
Long Grove, IL., 60049

In re: Your letter of October 7, 1976, 1926.50(c) Medical Services and First Aid

Dear Ms. Moser:

Accessibility of a hospital or physician in terms of distance and travel time.

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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.

December 1, 1976

Ms. Deborah A. Moser
Staff Safety Consultant
National Loss Control
Service Corporation
Long Grove, IL., 60049

In re: Your letter of October 7, 1976, 1926.50(c) Medical Services and First Aid

Dear Ms. Moser:

Accessibility of a hospital or physician in terms of distance and travel time.

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

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.

December 1, 1976

Ms. Deborah A. Moser
Staff Safety Consultant
National Loss Control
Service Corporation
Long Grove, IL., 60049

In re: Your letter of October 7, 1976, 1926.50(c) Medical Services and First Aid

Dear Ms. Moser:

OSHA requirements for providing training for first aid, CPR, and BBP for prompt treatment of injured employees at various workplaces.

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.

January 16, 2007

Mr. Charles F. Brogan
Pro Med Training Center, LLC
P.O. Box 374
Front Royal, VA 22630

Dear Mr. Brogan:

Clarification of "in near proximity" and OSHA's discretion in enforcing first aid requirements in particular cases.

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.