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Field-bolted joist requirements for solid web structural steel members.

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.

December 15, 2003

 

 

MEMORANDUM FOR:
JOHN B. MILES
REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR, Region VI
ATTN:
JEFF LEWIS
FROM:
RUSSELL B. SWANSON, DIRECTOR
DIRECTORATE OF CONSTRUCTION
SUBJECT:
§1926.757(a)(1)

 

This is in response to Mr. Jeff Lewis' e-mail dated August 15, 2003, requesting an interpretation for §1926.757(a)(1).

 

We have paraphrased the questions as follows:

"Threaded studs" are prohibited from being installed prior to decking when they project.

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.

December 11, 2003

Zane Keniston
Safety Director
Delhi Steel Corporation
6333 Kirkville Road North
Kirkville, NY 13082

Re: §1926.754(c)(1)(i) -- revision of interpretation

Dear Mr. Keniston:

Substitution of phosphorescent helmets for retroflective garments does not meet high-visibility clothing requirements for flaggers.

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.

December 8, 2003

Mr. Luis Araya Rojas
Manager of Operations
Edificar S.A
Apdo: 257-1150
La Uruca, Costa Rica

Re: Safety Apparel for Flaggers under §1926.201(a)

Dear Mr. Rojas:

Clarification on several issues regarding OSHA's construction industry standards for fall protection

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.

December 18, 2003

Mr. Michael Wright, PE
Managing Principal
LJB, Inc.
3100 Research Boulevard
P.O. Box 20246
Dayton, OH 45420-0246

Re: Inspection of personal fall arrest systems; competent person; fall protection plans; §1926.501(b)(2), (12), and (13); §1926.502(c)(4) and (d)(20) and (21); and §1926.503(a)(2)

Dear Mr. Wright:

Minimum toe clearance for workers using manhole rungs during construction work.

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 13, 2004

Charles Culver
[Address withheld]

Re: What OSHA will enforce as the minimum toe clearance when workers are using manhole rungs during construction work?

Dear Mr. Culver:

We have paraphrased your questions as follows:

Steel erection columns must be anchored by 4 rods and meet 300-lb strength criteria.

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.

May 27, 2004

Mr. L. Carlos Garcia
Project Manager
Urban Associates LP
1400 Geronimo
San Antonio, TX 79925

Re: Under Part 1926 Subpart R, is it permissible to field-weld a column to a base plate that has four anchor rods welded to its bottom side and is already embedded in the footing?

Dear Mr. Garcia:

Evaluation of shop-installed angle iron on the top beam flange in Steel Erection.

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.

December 24, 2003

Mr. Richard C. Ward
Project Manager
The Pangere Corporation
Corporate Office
4050 West 4th Avenue
Gary, Indiana 46406-1718

Re: Whether shop-installed angle-iron running along the length of the top flange of a beam (with the upturned angle located out from the edge of the beam) violates 29 CFR 1926.754(c)(1)(i)?

Dear Mr. Ward:

Gas cylinder carts with patented engineered steel fire barriers compliance with 1926.350(a)(10).

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 23, 2004

Frank S. Salvucci, Jr.
Anthony Welded Products, Inc.
1447 S. Lexington Avenue
P.O. Box 1462
Delano, CA 93216-1462

Re: Gas cylinders; §1926.350(a)(10); storage; engineered steel firewalls

Dear Mr. Salvucci:

Compliance of shop-installed steel angle or bent plates running along the length of the top flange of a perimeter beam.

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 23, 2004

Zane Keniston
Safety Director
Delhi Steel Corporation
6333 Kirkville Road North
Kirkville, NY 13082-0128

Re: Whether a shop-installed steel angle or bent plate running along the length of the top flange of a perimeter beam (with the upturned angle, reinforced by angle plates, located out from the edge of the beam) violates 29 CFR 1926.754(c)(1)(i)?

Dear Mr. Keniston:

Use of portable ladders on tank builder's scaffolds during scaffold dismantling process in construction.

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 22, 2004

Mr. James R. Rhudy
CBI
(by fax)

Re: Whether, in construction work, portable ladders may be used on tank builders' scaffolds during the scaffold dismantling process; §1926.451.

Dear Mr. Rhudy: