1910.36(b)(8)

Cancellation of STD 01-02-001, October 30, 1978

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1910.36(b)(8) does not automatically require at least two means of egress.

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August 9, 1976

Mr. Robert C. Harris
Manager of Personnel
Beloit Corporation
Paper Machinery Div.
Beloit, Wisconsin 53511

In re: Your letter dated July 30, 1976,
         Means of Egress 1910.36

Dear Mr. Harris:

Your letter to Milwaukee Area Director Robert Hanna has been referred to this office for response.

Your letter asks if a locker - washroom in your plant requires more than one means of egress. OSHA standard 1910.36(b)(8) reads as follows: