Clarification on the use of respirators while unloading ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilization chambers.

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 11, 1988

Ms. Sara D. Schotland
Cleary, Gottlieb, Steen and Hamilton
752 N Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20036

Dear Ms. Schotland:

This is a follow-up to the meetings and telephone calls held between you and members of my staff regarding your request for written clarification of the occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) position on the use of respirators while unloading ethylene oxide (EtO) sterilization chambers.

Procedures for ethylene oxide (EtO) spills and ethylene oxide disposal

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 28, 1985

Mr. Steven W. Rohleder
Engineering/Safety Services
Erie Veterans Hospital
135 East 38th Street
Erie, Pennsylvania 16501

Dear Mr. Rohleder:

This is in response to your inquiry of September 6, regarding procedures for ethylene oxide (EtO) spills and ethylene oxide disposal.

8-hour total weight average (TWA) permissible exposure limit (PEL).

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 6, 1995

Mr. Mark Nicas
University of California
Environmental Health Sciences
School of Public Health
140 Warren Hall
Berkeley, California 94720-7360

Dear Mr. Nicas:

This is in response to your letter of July 7, addressed to Mr. Joseph A. Dear, Assistant Secretary for the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), requesting an interpretation on 8-hour total weight average (TWA) permissible exposure limit (PEL) as defined in 29 CFR 1910.1000 and in other substance-specific health standards.

Agency Information Collection Activities: Announcement of the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Control Numbers Under the Paperwork Reduction Act

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    83:1629-1630
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[Federal Register Volume 83, Number 9 (Friday, January 12, 2018)]
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Agency Information Collection Activities; Submission for OMB Review; Comment Request; Ethylene Oxide Standard

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    82:30910-30911
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  [Federal Register Volume 82, Number 126 (Monday, July 3, 2017)]
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Notice of Public Meeting on Review of the Ethylene Oxide Standard (29 CFR 1910.1047)

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    62:28649-28650
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

29 CFR Part 1910

[Docket No. H-200-C]

Notice of Public Meeting on Review of the Ethylene Oxide Standard (29 CFR 1910.1047)

AGENCY: Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Labor.

ACTION: Notice of public meeting.

Methylene Chloride; Final Rule

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    63:50711-50732
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Part V

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

29 CFR Part 1910

Methylene Chloride; Final Rule

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

29 CFR Part 1910

[Docket No. H-71]

RIN 1218-AA98

Methylene Chloride; Final Rule

AGENCY: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), DEPARTMENT OF LABOR.

ACTION: Final rule.

Ethylene Oxide (EtO) Standard (29 CFR 1910.1047); Extension of the Office of Management of Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information-Collection (Paperwork) Requirements.

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    65:35127-35128
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DEPARTMENT OF LABOR

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

[Docket No. ICR-1218-0108(2000)]

Ethylene Oxide (EtO) Standard (29 CFR 1910.1047); Extension of the Office of Management of Budget's (OMB) Approval of Information-Collection (Paperwork) Requirements

AGENCY: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA); Labor.

ACTION: Notice of an opportunity for public comment.