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OSHA PROGRAM DIRECTIVE #100-102
OSHA INSTRUCTION STD 4.2 OCTOBER 30, 1978
TO: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS/OSHA
THRU: DONALD E. MACKENZIE Field Coordinator
Subject: Low Profile Tractor
1. Purpose
OSHA INSTRUCTION STD 4.1 OCTOBER 30, 1978
OSHA PROGRAM DIRECTIVE #100-47
TO: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS - OSHA
Subject: Interpretations of: (a) -29 CFR 1928.51 (a), Definitions "Agricultural Tractor." (b)- 29 CFR 1928.51(b)(1), Roll-over Protective Structure, (ROPS)
1. Purpose
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 25, 1991
Mr. Page L. Bellinger
Manager
Product Safety Engineering Standards
Deere & Company
John Deere Road
Moline, Illinois 61265-8098
Dear Mr. Bellinger:
Thank you for your letters 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.
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.
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.
April 6, 1976
Mr. Darrell E. Wolbers,
Manager
Statutory Regulations
J I Case
700 State Street
Racine, Wisconsin 53404
Dear Mr. Wolbers:
This is in response to your letter of February 26, 1976, addressed to Mr. Fred Stockmeir, or our Chicago Regional Office, regarding Rollover Protection Structures (ROPS) on skid-steer loaders used in agricultural operations. In addition, it confirms a telephone conversation with a member of my staff.
