Fall protection for post-frame work.

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, 1995

Mr. James T. Knight
President
National Frame Builders Association
4840 West 15th Street, Suite 1000
Lawrence, Kansas 66049

Dear Mr. Knight:

Thank you for your letter. We appreciate knowing your concerns regarding the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) standard on Fall Protection in the Construction Industry (Subpart M).

Applicability of fall protection requirements/fall protection for waste collection and landfill activities.

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 9, 1995

Association Counsel
Suite 300
Environmental Industry Associations
4301 Connecticut Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20008

Dear Mr. Moskowitz:

This is in response to your letter of February 24 addressed to Mr. James Foster and Ms. Barbara J. Bielaski requesting an interpretation of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) newly revised standard for Fall Protection in the Construction Industry (Subpart M). Please excuse the delay in responding.

Fall protection during roofing inspections, investigations, and assessments

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 12, 2004

Mr. Randy Stahl
Safety Manager
Korellis Roofing, Inc.
1333 169th Street
Hammond, IN 46324-2008

Re: Is fall protection required during small roofing repairs that take minimal time to complete?

Dear Mr. Stahl:

This is in response to your letter dated December 16, 2003, to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We have paraphrased your question as follows: