Advance First-aid Requirements of 1910.120

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 17, 1991

Mr. John Pompei
Administrator
Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division
Department of Insurance and Finance
21 Labor and Industries Building
Salem, Oregon 97310

Dear Mr. Pompei:

This is an update to our response to your inquiry to Mr. James Lake concerning the intent of "advance first-aid" mentioned in section 29 CFR 1910.120(q)(3)(vi) of the Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response standard. Please accept my apology for the long delay in this reply.

Interim response to the intent of "advance first-aid" mentioned in 1910.120(q)(3)(vi).

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 3, 1990

Mr. John A. Pompei Administrator Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division Department of Insurance and Finance 21 Labor and Industries Building Salem, Oregon 97310

Dear Mr. Pompei:

This is a interim response to your inquiry to Mr. James Lake concerning the intent of "advance first-aid" mentioned in section 29 CFR 1910.120(q)(3)(vi) of the Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response standard.