Clarification of roll-over protective structures (ROPS) for tractors used in agricultural operations.

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.

October 22, 1981

Mr. William E. Lawler
Specifications Manager
Indian Mills & Manufacturing, Inc.
120 West Main Street
Carmel, Indiana 46032

Dear Mr. Lawler:

Thank you for your letter of October 5, 1981, requesting a clarification of 29 CFR 1928.51, Roll-over Protective Structures (ROPS) for tractors used in agricultural operations.

Roll-over protective structures for agricultural wheeled 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.

July 8, 1997

Mr. Paul Svehlik
Technical Manager
Zetor Tractors
300 N 9th Hwy, 146N
LaPorte, Texas 77571

Dear Mr. Svehlik:

This is in further response to your letter of February 3, to Chappell Pierce in the Directorate of Safety Standards of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), regarding Roll-over protective Structures (ROPS) for agricultural wheeled tractors. Mr. Pierce has forwarded your letter to me for response. I apologize for the delay in responding.

Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) used on agricultural wheeled 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.

November 5, 1991

Mr. Edward A. Fritz
Manager, Component Endurance & Field Test
J I Case
7 South 600 County Line Road
Hinsdale, Illinois 60521

Dear Mr. Fritz:

Thank you for your letter and technical information concerning the need for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to evaluate the technical differences between the various standards for Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) used on agricultural wheeled tractors.

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