Ionizing radiation.
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Ionizing radiation hazards in the workplace
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 27, 1990
Mr. James W. Krueger President
American Association of Radon Scientists
and Technologists, Inc.
Post Office Box 70
Park Ridge, New Jersey 07656
Dear Mr. Krueger:
This is in response to your letter of July 24 to Mr. David M. Smith of my staff concerning the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard 29 CFR 1910.1096 Ionizing radiation.
Maintenance of radiation exposure records NRC licensee contractors.
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 23, 1998
Mr. William J. Luksis
Bechtel
9801 Washingtonian Blvd.
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Dear Mr. Luksis:
This is in response to your letter of January 23, 1998, addressed to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), in which you requested a clarification of the Ionizing Radiation Standard (29 CFR 1910.1096 and 1926.53), and its requirements for maintaining occupational radiation exposure records.
Exposure to radon when working in trenches or excavations.
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 28, 2009
Mr. Thomas Van Hooser
6850 NW 2nd Ave., #29
Boca Raton, FL 33487
Dear Mr. Van Hooser: