Employee alarm systems.
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, 1993
Mr. Neil E. Sherman, M.S.
Senior Industrial Hygienist
Compliance Services
4505 Highway 30
Ely, Iowa 52227
Dear Mr. Sherman:
This is in response to your letter of May 5, addressed to Ms. Patricia K. Clark, former Director of this office, and to the telephone communication with Mr. James C. Dillard of my staff, in which you requested an interpretation of "particular workplace" as used at 29 CFR 1910.165(b)(5), Employee alarm systems. We apologize for the delay in our response.