1926.550(a)(15)

Applicable construction standards to hydraulic cranes and derricks.

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May 23, 2001

Mr. Richard Dressler, P.E.
Power Crane and Shovel Association
111 East Wisconsin Ave., Suite 1000
Milwaukee WI 53202-4879

Re: §§1926.550 and 1910.180; hydraulic cranes

Dear Mr. Dressler:

Protection of workers operating mechanical equipment near overhead power lines

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December 7, 1999

Mr. M.F. Game
13263 48th Ct. N.
Royal Palm Beach, Fl 33411

Dear Mr. Game:

Thank you for your October 24, 1996 letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) [Directorate of Enforcement Programs (DEP)]. You have a question regarding an unqualified crane operator contractor, who is being guided by a qualified Journeyman electrician, working in close proximity to unguarded (7,620 to 500,000) voltage. Please accept our apology for the delay in responding.

Operating backhoes and mobile equipment.

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July 21, 1992

George S. Kennedy, CSP
Director of Safety
National Utility Contractors Association
4301 N. Fairfax Drive,
Suite 360
Arlington, Virginia 22203-1627

Dear Mr. Kennedy:

This is in response to your letter of June 26 requesting my help in resolving conflicting interpretations of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirement addressing operating equipment near powerlines.

Use of manufacturer-applied insulation coating as an insulation barrier; use of equipment within the minimum approach distance with insulation barriers.

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 9, 2004

Mr. Mathew McFarland
Section Manager
Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc.
4 Irving Place
New York, NY 10003

Dear Mr. McFarland:

This is in response to your June 11, 2004, letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration in which you ask for an interpretation of §1926.550(a)(15).

We have paraphrased your questions as follows:

Operation of a crane in close proximity to overhead power lines.

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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 8, 1994

Mr. Ivan Blood
St. Paul Five and Marine Insurance Company
500 W. Madison, Suite 2600
Chicago, Illinois 60661-2594

Dear Mr. Blood:

This is in response to your October 13 letter requesting an interpretation of an Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standard addressing the operation of a crane in close proximity to overhead power lines. I apologize for the delay in responding to your inquiry.