Use of tagout device attachments not meeting 50-pound unlocking strength 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.

January 14, 2000

Mr. Kenneth B. Lieberman
OSHA/Regulatory Compliance/
Accident Prevention Specialist
Niagara Mohawk
300 Erie Boulevard West
Syracuse, NY 13202-4250

Dear Mr. Lieberman:

Thank you for your August 4, 1999 letter and follow-up telephone call to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA's) Directorate of Compliance Programs. You have a question regarding tagout devices and the Electric Power Generation, Transmission, and Distribution Standard, 29 CFR §1910.269. Your question and our response follow:

Tagout devices must be non-reusable and self-locking.

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.

January 3, 2002

Mr. Tommy P. Lucas
Program ManagerA
Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA)
400 West Summit Hill Drive
Knoxville, TN 37902-1401

Dear Mr. Lucas: