The proper recording of injuries occuring to employees participating in voluntary plant emergency response team training.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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 9, 1995

Wesley P. Blair
Safety & Training Supervisor
Rhone-Poulenc
100 Mococo Road
Martinez, California 94553

Dear Mr. Blair:

Thank you for your letter dated April 7, requesting an interpretation regarding the proper recording of injuries occurring to employees participating in voluntary plant emergency response team training.

The proper recording of cumulative trauma disorders for OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping purposes.

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NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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 11, 1995

Mr. Kurt F. Boestfleisch, RN, BSN
Senior Operations Coordinator
Clinic Administration
Newport News Shipbuilding
4101 Washington Avenue
Newport News, Virginia 23607

Dear Mr. Boestfleisch:

Thank you for your letter dated April 18, requesting interpretations regarding the proper recording of cumulative trauma disorders for OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping purposes. I will address your questions in the order they were presented.

The proper recording of occupational sprains and strains.

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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 17, 1995

Patrick J. Beecher, MD
Associate Medical Director
Occupational Health and Safety
Ford Motor Company
Post Office Box 1899
Dearborn, Michigan 48121-1899

Dear Dr. Beecher:

The determination of medical treatment of OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping purposes.

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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 23, 1995

F. R. Smith
Department Manager
Safety, Security and Fire Protection
U.S. Steel Clariton Works
400 State Street
Clariton, Pennsylvania 15025-1855

Dear Mr. Smith:

Thank you for your letter dated May 4, requesting an interpretation regarding the determination of medical treatment for OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping purposes. I will address your questions in the order they were presented.

OSHA 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.

June 6, 1995

The proper recording of a case for OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping purposes.

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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.

June 12, 1995

Anita L. Smith
Operations Manager
Henry County Commissioners
Courthouse
660 N. Perry
Post Office Box 546
Napoleon, Ohio 43545-0546

Dear Ms. Smith:

Thank you for your letter dated April 19, requesting an interpretation regarding the proper recording of a case for OSHA injury and illness recordkeeping purposes. Whenever possible, I will refer to the Recordkeeping Guidelines for Occupational Injuries and Illnesses (enclosed) by citing the appropriate page and Q&A numbers.

The proper recording procedure for cases involving occupational hearing loss.

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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.

June 12, 1995

Ms. Monica Verros, R.N., C.O.H.N.
Occupational Health Advisor, Mail Drop 14A
IBP, Inc.
IBP Avenue
Post Office Box 515
Dakota City, Nebraska 68731

Dear Ms. Verros:

The proper recording of a case of the OSHA Log and Summary Occupational Injuries and Illnesses.

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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.

June 15, 1995

Diane Whittier, Manager
Occupational Safety & Health Programs
Westinghouse Electric Corporation
Westinghouse Building Gateway Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15222

Dear Ms. Whittier:

Thank you for your letter dated April 25, requesting an interpretation regarding the proper recording of a case on the OSHA Log and Summary of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses. The concept of restricted work is based on three criteria as follows:

1. The employee was assigned to another job on a temporary basis, or

The proper recording of injury and illness cases on the OSHA Log and Summary of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses.

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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.

THE ISSUES RELATED TO OSHA AND WORK AT HOME ARE PRESENTLY UNDER REVIEW. SEE ASSISTANT SECRETARY JEFFRESS' JANUARY 25, 2000 TESTIMONY REGARDING OSHA COVERAGE OF WORKING AT HOME.

June 19, 1995

Mr. Ed K. Morrissey
Safety Office
SNET
227 Church Street, 3rd Floor
New Haven, Connecticut 06510

Dear Mr. Morrissey:

Several OSHA injury and Illness recordkeeping issues.

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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.

June 20, 1995

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

Dear Brad: