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Temporary Enforcement Policy for Proximity Alarm and Insulating Link Use with Cranes and Derricks 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.

March 31, 2014

MEMORANDUM FOR: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS

FROM:    JAMES G. MADDUX

SUBJECT:   Temporary Enforcement Policy for Proximity Alarm and Insulating Link Use with Cranes and Derricks in Construction

Regarding use of compressed gas cylinders while in a horizontal position

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 23, 2013

Adam S. Torres
1804 S. Jackson Street
Kaufman, TX 75142-3450

Dear Mr. Torres:

Weight of the scaffold in determining whether the 4 to 1 factor is satisfied in construction and general industry standards

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 6, 2013 [Reviewed and updated* April 24, 2020]

Steve Karasik, P.E.
Chief Engineer
PERI Formwork Systems, Inc.
Formwork and Shoring
7135 Dorsey Run Road
Elkridge, MD 21075

Dear Mr. Karasik:

Whether qualified rigger required when lifting a load below 2000 lbs or less

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.

Thomas Carrigan
Local #7 Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee
18 Avis Drive
Latham, New York 12110

Dear Mr. Carrigan,

Whether a tower crane boom or counterweight may be used over public streets or occupied buildings

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.

Mark S. Alexander Sr.
A-Z Support Company, LLC
7 East Vine Street
Stowe, PA 19464

Dear Mr. Alexander,

Thank you for your October 1, 2012 letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Directorate of Construction. You asked whether a tower crane boom or counterweight may be used over public streets or occupied buildings under the Cranes and Derricks in Construction standard.

Regarding the type of hook that is permitted when a crane is used to hoist personnel during underground 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.

Stephen C. Hendrickson, M.S.
Safety Manager
Ames/McCrossan Joint Venture
2000 Ames Drive
Burnsville, MN 55306

Dear Mr. Hendrickson:

Clarification of safe working load when hoisting overhead loads above people

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.

Mr. Martin Moore
760 West End Ave., #9D
New York, NY 10025

Dear Mr. Moore:

Thank you for your e-mail received on December 9, 2010 to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) with your Information Quality Correction Request (IQCR). Since you referenced a construction standard, it has been forwarded to the Directorate of Construction for a response. We apologize for the delay.

Clarification regarding hazard access zones 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.

June 19 ,2014

Eric M. Dean
General Secretary
International Association of
Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers
Suite 400
1750 New York Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20006

Dear Mr. Dean:

Thank you for your March 12, 2013, letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). You ask OSHA to recognize the use of hazard access zones (HAZ) as an acceptable method to protect ironworkers who work in or near unfinished floor openings while performing steel erection work.

Clarification regarding shop installed continuous bent plate 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.

June 19 ,2014

Eric M. Dean
General Secretary
International Association of
Bridge, Structural, Ornamental and Reinforcing Iron Workers
Suite 400
1750 New York Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20006

Dear Mr. Dean:

PSM for pharmaceutical plant

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 5, 2012

Andy Fecht, Associate
Safety Director
Teva Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
North American API Division
5000 Snyder Dr
Mexico, Missouri 65265

Dear Mr. Fecht:

Thank you for your April, 2011, letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Your letter requests an interpretation regarding applicability of 29 CFR 1910.119, Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Chemicals (PSM), to a process(es) at the Teva Pharmaceutical, Mexico, MO site.