The use of computer-based training to satisfy OSHA training requirements.

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 22, 1994

Ms. Jackie H. Ward
ENTERGY Gulf States Utilities
Post Office Box 2951
Beaumont, Texas 77704

Dear Ms. Ward:

Interpretation on medical surveillance requirements under OSHA's Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency 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.

In your letter, you defined hazardous waste technicians as employees "who might be expected to work in personal protective equipment in potentially close contact with hazardous wastes during ... emergency response ... and cleanup operations." In addition, you indicated that OHM's decision to reduce the scheduled frequency of periodic medical examinations was arrived at in coordination with OHM's Medical Director, based on a review of expected duties, exposures, and past medical surveillance data for the affected personnel.

Criteria for and training of the hospital Safety Officer per the requirements of the HAZWOPER standard and as discussed in the "Best Practices for Hospital-based First Receivers" guidance document.

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.

June 23, 2005

Dr. Paul Jonmaire, Ph.D.
Corporate Health and Safety Director
Ecology and Environment, Inc.
Buffalo Corporate Center
368 Pleasant View Drive
Lancaster, NY 14086

Dear Dr. Jonmaire:

Clarification of mobile workers and sanitation facility requirements under HAZWOPER.

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 11, 2011

Mr. David J. Wingerd, P.G.
1105 Fairlawn Court
Crofton, MD 21114

Dear Mr. Wingerd:

IDLH values.

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.

May 10, 1996

Brian D. Hardin, Ph.D.
Acting Deputy Director
National Institute for
Occupational Safety and Health
Department of Health and Human Services
Atlanta, Georgia 30333

Dear Dr. Hardin:

Confined Spaces in Construction; Final Rule

  • Publication Date:
  • Publication Type:
  • Fed Register #:
    80:25365-25526
  • Title:
[Federal Register Volume 80, Number 85 (Monday, May 4, 2015)][Rules and Regulations]
[Pages 25365-25526]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Printing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: 2015-08843]


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No.

Occupational Exposure to Respirable Crystalline Silica; Correction

  • Publication Date:
  • Publication Type:
  • Fed Register #:
    81:60272-60274
  • Title:
  [Federal Register Volume 81, Number 170 (Thursday, September 1, 2016)]
  [Rules and Regulations]
  [Pages 60272-60274]
  From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
  [FR Doc No: 2016-20442] 



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  DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

  Occupational Safety and Health Administration

  29 CFR Part 1910, 1915, and 1926

  [Docket No.

Occupational Exposure to Beryllium

  • Publication Date:
  • Publication Type:
  • Fed Register #:
    82:2470-2757
  • Title:
  [Federal Register Volume 82, Number 5 (Monday, January 9, 2017)]
  [Rules and Regulations]
  [Pages 2470-2757]
  From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
  [FR Doc No: 2016-30409]




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