Interpretation on request for variance for storage of explosives and blasting agents.
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March 26, 1975
Mr. Robert B. Page
Assistant Project Manager
Morrison-Knudsen & Associates
P.O. Box 9988 Chevy Chase Branch
Washington, D.C. 20015
Dear Mr. Page:
Your letter dated January 20, 1975, requesting a permanent variance from Section 1926.904(d) and (e) Storage of Explosives and Blasting Agents, of the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations for Construction has been received from our Philadelphia Regional Office.