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Fall protection and controlled access zones for overhand bricklaying

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. Luis M. Moreno
7108 NW 73rd Street
Tamarac, FL 33321

Re: Fall protection and controlled access zones in overhand bricklaying and related work; 29 CFR 1926.501(b)(4) and (9), 1926.502(g)

Dear Mr. Moreno:

Fall protection during roofing inspections, investigations, and assessments

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 12, 2004

Mr. Randy Stahl
Safety Manager
Korellis Roofing, Inc.
1333 169th Street
Hammond, IN 46324-2008

Re: Is fall protection required during small roofing repairs that take minimal time to complete?

Dear Mr. Stahl:

This is in response to your letter dated December 16, 2003, to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We have paraphrased your question as follows:

Fall protection non-conforming guardrail criteria for application of a de minimis policy.

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 12, 2000

Mr. Barry A. Cole
Executive Vice-President
Steel Erectors Safety Association
of Colorado
5750 Pecos Street, Suite 6
Denver, Colorado 80221

Re: Fall Protection/Use of barricades; 1926.500, Subpart M

Dear Mr. Cole:

This is in response to your letter dated July 24, 1998, addressed to OSHA's Directorate of Construction. In the letter you ask a series of questions regarding 29 CFR 1926.500, Subpart M. We apologize for the long delay in responding.

Alternative fall protection for leading edge work during precast concrete 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.

April 20, 2004

Mark Monson
St. Paul Companies
16115 14th Avenue North
Plymouth, Minnesota 55447

Re: Fall protection requirements for employees performing work at the leading edge during precast concrete erection operations.

Dear Mr. Monson:

Fall protection requirements for pump jack scaffold railings.

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 25, 2004

Mr. Andrew C. Smith
[Address Withheld]

Re: Pump jack scaffold railing, fall protection; §§1926.451(g), 1926.452(j)

Dear Mr. Smith:

This is in response to your February 18, 2004, fax to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. You ask about the fall protection requirements for pump jack scaffold railings. We apologize for any delay in responding.

We have paraphrased your question as follows:

Removal of regulators and use of valve protection caps when hoisting compressed gas cylinders

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 30, 2004

Mr. Chris Smith
Via E-mail

Re: 29 CFR 1926.350(a)(6); hoisting compressed gas cylinders on a wheeled cart.

Dear Mr. Smith:

This is in response to your e-mail submitted March 2, 2004, to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). You ask for an interpretation of §1926.350, Gas Welding and Cutting.

We have paraphrased your question as follows:

Requirement to use U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets for workers performing construction work over or near water does not specify type or classification.

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 2, 2004

Mr. Pete Kelley
Vice President
Superior Construction Company, Inc.
General Contractors
6972 Business Park Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL 32256-2735

Re: Requirement to use U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets for workers performing construction work over or near water.

Dear Mr. Kelley:

Minimum distance between supports for temporary electrical wiring.

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.

April 5, 2004

Mr. Kent Davis
ARC Electric, Inc.
500 Woodlake Dr., Suite 105
Chesapeake, VA 23320

Re: Minimum distance between supports for temporary wiring; §1926.405.

Dear Mr. Davis:

This is in response to your letter of March 24, 2004, to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) concerning §1926.405 "Wiring Methods, components, and equipment for general use."

Composition, span, and deflection of underslung bridge scaffold platform systems.

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.

 

 

Evaluation of the Jax Scaffold System.

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 21, 2004

Mr. Dave Cave
Jax Scaffold Systems, LLC
999 Linda Vista Drive, Suite B
San Marcos, CA. 92069

Re: Does the Jax Scaffold System meet OSHA scaffold requirements when installed during the construction of wood-framed buildings in accordance with manufacturer instructions?

Dear Mr. Cave:

This is in response to your package received Feb 13, 2003, to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding the "Jax Scaffold System." We apologize forthe delay in responding.