The size of opening in the wire mesh mounted in the canopy structures of wheel and crawler tractors.

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 10, 1977

Mr. Darrell E. Wolbers
Corporate Manager
Statutory Regulations
J. I. Case
700 State Street
Racine, Wisconsin 53404

Dear Mr. Wolbers:

This is in reply to your letter of September 16, 1976, addressed to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) Chicago Regional Office which has been forwarded to the National Office for response.

Falling object protective structure standards.

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 12, 1980

Mr. Larry D. Schmitt
Lead Engineer
ATI--Advance Technology, Inc.
1762 North St. Francis
P. O. Box 8177
Wichita, Kansas 67208

Dear Mr. Schmitt:

This is in response to your letter requesting information concerning protective structures.

Requirements for mesh size on protective canopies for mobile equipment.

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.

July 22, 1985

Mr. L. A. Jennings
Department 608
John Deere Dubuque Works
P.O. Box 538
Dubuque, Iowa 52001

Dear Mr. Jennings:

This is in response to your letter of May 31, 1985, addressed to Mr. Barry J. White, concerning our requirements for mesh size on protective canopies for mobile equipment.