Recording TB related cases on the OSHA 200 log.

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March 25, 1993

Recording cases on the OSHA log that involve Bloodborne Pathogens.

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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.

April 1, 1993

Proper recording of a hepatitis A exposure for OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping purposes.

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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.

April 2, 1993

Ms. Jeanette Rauba
Safety Administrative Assistant
AT&T
600 Mountain Avenue
Post Office Box 636
Murray Hill, New Jersey 07974-0636

Dear Ms. Rauba:

Thank you for your letter dated January 29, requesting an interpretation regarding the proper recording of a Hepatitis A exposure incident, for OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping purposes. Please excuse the lengthy delay in our response. I will refer to the Recordkeeping Guidelines for Occupational Injuries and Illnesses in my response.

Recording use of expandable bandage and pinhead burns.

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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.

February 18, 1993

David F. Coble, Ph.D. CSP
Vise President, Safety ELB
605 Eastowne Drive
Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27514

Dear Mr. Coble:

Thank you for your letter dated January 25, requesting an interpretation of several OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping issues. I will respond by first repeating each question then addressing it. Whenever possible I will reference the Recordkeeping Guidelines for Occupational Injuries and Illnesses by stating the page and Q&A numbers.

Criteria for recording on OSHA Form 200.

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February 26, 1993

Cumulative trauma disorder (recording) on the OSHA 200 log.

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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.

March 10, 1993

Thomas Hales, MD
Regional Medical Consultant
PHS/NIOSH
1961 Stout Street
Denver, Colorado 80294-3538

Dear Dr. Hales:

Thank you for your letter dated January 15, requesting interpretations regarding the proper recording of several cumulative trauma disorder cases on the OSHA 200 Log. I will address each case by first repeating the scenario, your interpretation, and then our answer.

Evaluation of seven scenarios for work-relatedness and recordkeeping requirements.

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 15, 2004

Ms. Leann M. Johnson-Koch
1200 Nineteenth Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20036-2412

Dear Ms. Johnson-Koch:

Immunizations or inoculations (except tetanus) are recordable when given in response to a workplace injury or illness.

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.

This letter constitutes OSHA's interpretation only of the requirements discussed and may not be applicable to any situation not delineated within the original correspondence.

 

Recordkeeping issues: fractures, second degree burns, eye injuries, pre-existing conditions.

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May 17, 1993

Mr. Elmer J. Hlavaty
Miles Inc.
Mobay Road
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15205-9741

Dear Mr. Hlavaty:

Thank you for your facsimile dated April 23, requesting confirmation of several interpretations on OSHA recordkeeping requirements you received in your telephone conversation with Bob Whitmore of my staff. Your understandings as contained in the fax are correct. In addition I will address each topic in more detail and will cite the Recordkeeping Guidelines for Occupational Injuries and Illnesses whenever possible.

Proper recording of cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs) on the 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.

May 24, 1993

Mr. Michael D. Zoll
Manager of Safety
Alcan Aluminum Corporation
100 Erieview
Post Office Box 6977
Cleveland, Ohio 44101-1977

Dear Mr. Zoll:

Thank you for your letter dated March 18, requesting an interpretation regarding the proper recording of cumulative trauma disorders (CTDs) on the OSHA 200 Log. Your letter was forwarded to my office from the Directorate of Compliance Programs. My Division of Recordkeeping Requirements is responsible for the administration of the injury and illness recordkeeping system nationwide.