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Whether the notification required in §1926.752(a)(1) (attained concrete strength) must be given where steel will be erected on a long-existed concrete slab.

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, 2006

Jamie Stevenson
James Construction
243 E. Main Street, Suite 203
Carnegie, PA 15106

Re: Whether the notification required in §1926.752(a)(1) (attained concrete strength) must be given where steel will be erected on a long-existed concrete slab.

Dear Mr. Stevenson:

Clarification of several residential construction and fall protection issues.

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 17, 2003
 

OSHA requirements applicable to use of the Contex "Magic Arm" below-the-hook lifting device.

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 25, 2006

Mr. Frank Gencarelli
Chairman
Nycon International, Inc.
101 Cross Street
Westerly, RI 02891

Re: OSHA requirements applicable to use of the Contex "Magic Arm" below-the-hook lifting device.

Dear Mr. Gencarelli:

This is in response to your letter dated July 15, 2005, to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regarding your "Contex Arm (Magic Arm)" lifting device ("Magic Arm"). We apologize for the delay in responding.

Illustration of the Magic Arm

Rigging equipment for material handling; custom-designed accessories.

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.

 

Custom-designed lifting accessories must be proof-tested and marked before being deployed for use and after repair or replacement.

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.

June14, 2002

Mr. Ron Pancari
Project Manager
Vogt-NEM, Inc.
4000 Dupont Circle, Suite 400
Louisville, KY 40207

Dear Mr. Pancari:

Notification requirements for concrete compressive strength and anchor bolt modifications.

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 23, 2005

Mr. Skinner
[By e-mail]

Re: Notification requirements for concrete compressive strength and anchor bolt modifications.

Dear Mr. Skinner,

This is in response to the e-mail correspondence you sent to this office on November 17, 2005. Your questions have been paraphrased as follows:

Rail extensions for a portable ladder;step-through ladder device.

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 22, 2005

Mr. Bruce Clark
President
American Innovations Corporation
1865 W. Wayzata Blvd.
Long Lake, MN 55356-9322

Re: Rail extensions for a portable ladder; step-through ladder device.

Dear Mr. Clark,

This is in response to your letter dated September 21, 2005 to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in which you ask whether the walk-through railing system that you manufacture meets OSHA ladder safety requirements. Your letter was forwarded to this office for handling on September 26, 2005.

Enforcement of Subpart M "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.

September 11, 2003

Sidney Freedman
Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute
209 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60606

Re: Enforcement of Subpart M "Fall Protection"; §1926.501(b)

Dear Mr. Freedman:

Adjusting work practices to comply with cave-in protection requirements in §1926.652, Requirements for protective systems in excavations.

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.

July 29, 2005 [Reviewed November 22, 2017]

David McClintock
President
IKOCPA, Ohio Executive Committee
100 South Third Street

Columbus, Ohio 43215

Re: Adjusting work practices to comply with cave-in protection requirements in §1926.652, Requirements for protective systems in excavations.

Dear Mr. McClintock:

Walkways within scaffolds, guardrails, and planking.

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.

July 26, 2005

Christopher R. Tschida
Safety Director
M.A. Mortenson Company
700 Meadow Lane North
Minneapolis, MN 55422

Re: Walkways within scaffolds, guardrails, and planking; §1926.450(b) and §1926.451(g)(1)(v)

Dear Mr. Tschida:

This is in response to your later dated April 26, 2005. We apologize for the delay in our response.

We have paraphrased your questions as follows: