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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 98 (Monday, May 21, 2018)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 23534-23569] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 2018-10559] Vol. 83 Monday, No.
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 21, 2001
Mr. Robert Weaver
Safety Coordinator
M&W Contractors, Inc.
P.O. Box 2510
East Peoria, IL 61611-0510
Re: §1926.550(a) and (g); cranes to hoist personnel
Dear Mr. Weaver:
This is in response to your November 29, 1999, letter in which you ask a question relating to the requirements of using cranes to hoist personnel. We apologize for the long delay in providing this response.
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 8, 2003
Mr. Gregory R. Teslia
Director
Crane Safety & Inspections, Inc.
P.O. Box 670934
Coral Springs, Florida 33067
Re: Whether it is permissible to make modifications or additions to a crane without manufacturer approval (where the manufacturer is still in existence)?
Dear Mr. Teslia:
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.
November 10, 1993
Mr. Al Willis
Safety Director
Barnard Construction Company, Inc.
P.O. Box 99
Bozeman, Montana 59771-0099
Dear Mr. Willis:
This is in response to your August 31 letter requesting a compliance determination from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding the acceptability of load testing a crane to 110% of its capacity in order to meet contractual requirements. I apologize for the delay in responding to your inquiry.
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 12, 2007
Mr. Chris Overman
Safety Specialist
Nebraska Public Power District
900 4th Avenue
Kearney, NE 68847
Re: Whether §1926.550(g) applies to boom-attached personnel lifting platforms and, if not, whether OSHA requires proof testing of such platforms; what is the meaning of "at each new job site" in ASME B30.23; and what standards apply to derrick mounted buckets on small electric line trucks?
Dear Mr. Overman:
DEPARTMENT OF LABOR
Occupational Safety and Health Administration
[Docket No. ICR-1218-0115(2001)]
Cranes and Derricks Standard for Construction: Notification of Operational Specifications and Hand Signals; Extension of the Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information-Collection (Paperwork) Requirements
AGENCY: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Labor.
ACTION: Notice of an opportunity for public comment.
