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OSHA Instruction STD 3-12.2 October 30, 1978
Jan. 31 1978
OSHA PROGRAM DIRECTIVE #100-75
TO: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS/OSHA
THRU: DONALD E. MACKENZIE Field Coordinator
Subject: Uniformity in Interpretation of 29 CFR 1926.550(a)(9)
1. Purpose
2. Documentation Affected
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 17, 1980
Mr. Ronald B. Buckhalt
Director of Government Relations
National Utility Contractors Association
815 Fifteenth Street, N.W.
Washington, D. C. 20005
Dear Mr. Buckhalt:
This is in response to your recent inquiry requesting an interpretation and modification of 29 CFR 1926.550(a)(9) and confirms a telephone conversation with a member of my staff.
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.
September 9, 1977
Mr. William G. Wadman
Assistant Executive Director
Associated General Contractors
of Maine, Inc.
P.O. Box N
Augusta, Maine 04330
Dear Mr. Wadman:
This is in response to your letter of June 27, 1977, regarding your request for clarification of backhoe barricading standards. The letter was addressed to our Boston Regional Administrator and forwarded to the National Office for reply. In addition, it confirms a telephone conversation with a member of my staff.
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.
June 3, 1983
Mr. Francis P. Dorcey
The Millgard Corporation
P.O. Box 2248
12822 Stark Road
Livonia, Michigan 48151
Dear Mr. Dorcey:
This is in response to your letter of May 11, 1983, requesting a clarification of 29 CFR 1926.550(a)(9) as it applies to drilling and pile driving 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.
January 16, 2003
Walter H. West
Safety & Health Systems, Inc.
462 Kingsley Avenue, Suite 201
Orange Park, FL 32073
Re: Whether the swing radius of an excavator has to be barricaded.
Dear Mr. West:
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 13, 1976
Mr. Robert I. Slaughter
Corporate Safety Supervisor
Chicago Bridge & Iron Company
8900 Fairbanks North Houston Road
P.O. Box 40066
Houston, Texas 77040
Dear Mr. Slaughter:
This is in response to your correspondence of June 22, 1976, addressed to Mr. Frank C. Memmott, regarding an alternate to the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.550(a)(9).
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.
March 10, 2004
Mr. David A. Touhey, WSO-CST
Safety Specialist
Contractors Risk Management, Inc.
Post Office Box 211
Concord, NH 03302-0211\
Re: Will a caution tape or rope perimeter satisfy the requirement in Subpart N, §1926.550(a)(9), for a barricade around a crane's swing radius? Does OSHA require specific protection for cable terminal connectors on portable welders?
Dear Mr. Touhey:
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.
September 20, 1991
Ms. Carliss A. Rust
Executive Secretary
Taylor Bros., Inc.
Post Office Box 5165
Evansville, Indiana 47715
Dear Ms. Rust:
This is in response to your letter dated September 13, concerning your request for a variance from Section 1926.550(a)(9) Cranes and Derricks, of the Occupational Safety and Health Regulations for Construction.
