Guarding requirements for package tying machines.

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 1, 1985

The Honorable Andy Ireland
House of Representatives
Washington, D.C. 20515

Dear Congressman Ireland:

This is in response to your letter of June 12 to Assistant Secretary Robert A. Rowland, on behalf of Mr. Richard Bunn, regarding the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) requirements on guarding package tying machines.

Extent to which safety mats provide for compliance with OSHA regulations for machine guarding.

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 22, 1984

Mr. Don Brothers
Manager, Electrical Products
Harris Graphics Corporation
Bindery Systems Division
Champlain, New York 12919

Dear Mr. Brothers:

This is in response to your letter of February 16, regarding the extent to which Safety mats provide for compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations for machine guarding.

Power press brakes.

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 9, 1981

Mr. Miles Stonebraker
Rural Route 1
West Lebanon, Indiana 47991

Dear Mr. Stonebraker:

This in response to your request for information regarding power press brakes.

Power press brakes are required to be guarded under the regulations of 29 CFR 1910.212, copy enclosed. OSHA presently refers to the ANSI B11.3-1973 standard regarding safeguarding this machine as it represents the current state of the Art, and the methods recommended by ANSI are acceptable to OSHA. A copy of the ANSI standard may be obtained from:

The manner in which OSHA provides for suitable applications of the ANSI B11.3 specification standard.

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

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.

 

Machine anchoring 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.

May 19, 1981

Sergio Navarro, Director
DIMAGO, S.A.
Fabrica: Ctra. Vilanova a St. Pere de Ribes,
Km. 0,9 Apartado 25
Vilanova I La Geltru
Barcelona, Spain

Dear Mr. Navarro:

This is in reply to your April 14, 1981, request for machine anchoring requirements.

Evaluation of the operating, Servicing, and Safety Instructions developed by Black Brothers Company, Inc.

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 26, 1981

Mr. W. W. Palmer
Vice President
Black Brothers Company, Inc.
501 9th Avenue
Mendota, Illinois 61342

Dear Mr. Palmer:

This is in response to your inquiry for an evaluation of the operating, Servicing, and Safety Instructions developed by Black Brothers Company, Inc., for Glue Spreader or Roll Coater laminating machines, and confirms a conversation with Mr. Bode, a member of my staff.

National Policy on Guarding Roving Frames

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 13, 1981

Oil Rig Inspection.

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 blade guard on the Biro All Purpose Cutter.

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.

November 16, 1978

Mr. Vincent G. Biro
President and General Manager
The Biro Manufacturing Company
Marblehead, Ohio 43440

Dear Mr. Biro:

This is in response to your letter of May 5, 1978, concerning the blade guard on the Biro All Purpose Cutter, Model 100 and 200.

Standards for mechanical power presses.

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 22, 1978

Mr. William H. McManus
Executive Vice President
Envelope Manufacturers Association
1 Rockefeller Plaza
New York, New York 10029

Dear Mr. McManus:

This is in response to a request from the Kansas City Regional Administrator, regarding clarification of an interpretation given by Mr. John A. Proctor to the Envelope Manufacturers Association dated January 27, 1975.

Paragraph two of the letter of interpretation states: