Flatwork ironers.

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 15, 1992

MEMORANDUM FOR:     PATRICIA K. CLARK, DIRECTOR
                   DIRECTORATE OF COMPLIANCE PROGRAMS

FROM:               RAYMOND DONNELLY, DIRECTOR
                   OFFICE OF GENERAL INDUSTRY COMPLIANCE ASSISTANCE

SUBJECT:            Flatwork Ironers

This is in response to Acting Assistant Secretary Dottie L. Strunk's upcoming May 20, meeting with representatives of Cooper Industries to discuss potential safety hazards. A search through both the OCIS and our hard copy files resulted in no interpretations or other correspondence on the subject.