1910.106(a)(18)(ii)(b)

Transfer of nonflammable and noncombustible liquids via air pressure.

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.

February 3, 1984

Mr. Henri Modiano
Chairman
Drum Dispensers of America
950 North Federal Highway
Suite 219
Pompano Beach, Florida 33062

Dear Mr. Modiano:

This is in response to your letter of December 12, 1983, addressed to Mr. Gordon Terroux of our Fort Lauderdale Area Office, requesting confirmation that the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) does not have regulations or other reasons to restrict the use of your Drum Dispensers when they are used with nonflammable and noncombustible liquids.

Standards for liquids with a greater than 200 degree flashpoint.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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.

July 21, 1975

Cornelius H. Collender
Manager Technical Service
Research and Development
Airwick Industries, Inc.
380 North Street
Teterboro, New Jersey 07608

Dear Mr. Collender:

This is in response to your letter requesting clarification of the OSHA Standard 1910.106(a)(18)(ii)(a) and (b) relating to standards covering greater than 200° flashpoint.

Above-ground 500-gallon polyethylene tank is unacceptable for storage of flammable and combustible liquids

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.

August 30, 2001

Mr. Jeffrey Wagenbach
Riker, Danzig, Scherer, Hyland & Perretti LLP
HeadQuarters Plaza
One Speedwell Avenue
P.O. Box 1981
Morristown, NJ 07962-1981

Dear Mr. Wagenbach:

Regulations related to liquid asphalt and to marine barge slips.

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 29, 2003

Mr. Robert Johnson
5536 W. Rita Dr.
West Allis, WI 53219-2253

Dear Mr. Johnson: