Results of an MRI do not negate the recordability of a physician's recommendation.

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 19, 2003

Ms. Marcia Seeler
Health and Safety Consultant
Post Office Box 3154
Wellfleet, Massachusetts 02667

Dear Ms. Seeler:

Work relationship questions.

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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.

October 13, 1992

Mr. David F. Coble, CSP
Vice President - Safety
ELB
605 Eastowne Drive
Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27514

Dear Mr. Coble:

Thank you for your letter dated August 6 requesting interpretations on several injury and illness recordkeeping issues. Please excuse the delay in our response. I will respond by restating each question and then answering it. I will cite the Recordkeeping Guidelines for Occupational Injuries and Illnesses by page and Q & A number(s) whenever possible.

Recordkeeping requirements on hearing loss, burns, and falls.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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.

October 19, 1992

Darryl S. Addington, M.D.
Medical Director
Eastman Chemical Company
Post Office Box 1975
Kingsport, Tennessee 37662

Dear Dr. Addington:

Thank you for your letters dated October 7 and 9 requesting interpretations for several injury and illness recordkeeping issues. I will address each issue separately, and when possible, cite the enclosed Recordkeeping Guidelines for Occupational Injuries and Illnesses.

Hearing Loss

Employee's right to access the information in injury and illness records.

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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.

October 20, 1992

(Name Withheld)

Dear (Name Withheld):

Thank you for your letter requesting information regarding the proper recording of work related injuries and illnesses, and an employee's right to access the information. In response, I will reference you to the appropriate sections of the enclosed material.

Injury and illness recordkeeping requirements.

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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.

October 30, 1992

Mr. Bradford Brown
Planning & Research Associate
II Department of Labor
Bureau of Labor Standards
Research and Statistics Division
State House Station #45
Augusta, Maine 04333-0045

Dear Brad:

Employers of less than 11 employees are usually exempt from OSHA 200 log.

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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.

November 13, 1992

Ms. Cynthia L. Marsh
Executive Director
Hospice of Texarkana
Post Office Box 2341
Texarkana, Arkansas 75504

Dear Ms. Marsh:

Thank you for your letter dated September 23, requesting clarification of an OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping issue which was forwarded to my office from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. My Division of Recordkeeping Requirements is responsible for the administration of the OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping system nationwide.

Recording criteria for cases involving workers from a temporary help service, employee leasing service, or personnel supply service.

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 23, 2003

Mr. Edwin G. Foulke, Jr.
Jackson Lewis LLP
2100 Landmark Building
301 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601-2122

Dear Mr. Foulke:

How to record an illness for an employee who becomes ill at a location other than the normal location.

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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.

November 13, 1992

Ms. Joan L. Davis, RN, MS
716 Westshore Drive
Shorewood, Illinois 60436

Dear Ms. Davis:

Lost work days and prearranged leave (i.e., pregnancy leave or surgery).

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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.

November 13, 1992

Mr. David F. Coble, MS, CSP
Vice President,
Safety ELB
605 Eastowne Drive
Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27514

Dear Mr. Coble:

Thank you for your letter dated November 3, requesting interpretations on OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping issues. I will restate your questions and refer to the Recordkeeping Guidelines for Occupational Injuries and Illnesses in my responses.

Clarification on the use of preventative exercise as an intervention strategy

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, 2016

Scott Ege, P.T., M.S.
Ege WorkSmart Solutions, PC
PO Box 603
Rockton, IL 61072

Dear Mr. Ege: