An installation which has permanent davit arms and davit bases, but does not have a powered platform; a rental stage is brought in for maintenance.

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.

Editorial Note: This September 4, 1996 letter replaces the February 13, 1992 letter to Mr. David Nicastro.

September 4, 1996

Mr. Dev Donnelly
Sky Rider Equipment Company
2851 East White Star, Unit B
Anaheim, CA 92806

Dear Mr. Donnelly:

Building Anchors Used for Intermittent Stabilization of a Suspended Powered Platform in Window Washing Operations and Light Building Maintenance.

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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 18, 1983

 

 

Force factor for fall arrest 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.

October 1, 1991

Mr. Robert Screws
Project Engineer
Knott Laboratory, Inc.
2727 West 2nd Avenue
Denver, Colorado 80219

Dear Mr. Screws:

This is in response to your July 18, 1991, letter in which you request information concerning the force factor used in the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) regulations for fall arrest systems. We apologize for the delay in responding to your inquiry.

Clarification and the applicability of regulations pertaining to exterior building work platforms used for window washing.

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, 1985

Mr. Richard L. Stewart
Executive VP, Operations
Steeplejac, Inc.
870 Decatur Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55427

Dear Mr. Stewart:

This is in response to your letter of June 10, 1985, in which you request clarification and the applicability of regulations pertaining to exterior building work platforms used for window washing.

Standard applicable to two point suspension scaffolds and power platforms used in window cleaning and to hazards in refrigeration plants.

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July 16, 1985

Mr. Arnold Lever
Finda's Hotel
84 Bury Old Road
Cheethem
Manchester 8
England

Dear Mr. Lever:

Thank you for your letter of July 1 to the Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA) regarding safety standards for window cleaners and workers in refridgeration plants.

Anchoring 2-point suspension scaffolds;criteria for testing anchorages.

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.

 

 

A proposed exterior building maintenance program.

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 19, 1981

Lawrence R. Stafford, P.E.
Consulting Engineer
8 Gracemore Street
Albany, New York 12203

Dear Mr. Stafford:

This is in response to your recent inquiry regarding a proposed exterior building maintenance program.

My response to your two questions are as follows:

OSHA enforcement of ANSI window cleaning standard; citing federal agencies under the General Duty Clause.

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.

 

 

Safety regulations for roof top rolling scaffolds.

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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.

February 2, 1994

Mr. Richard Hill
Hill Equipment
1820 S. Choctaw Dr.
Baton Rouge, LA 70805

Dear Mr. Hill:

This is in response to your letter of December 28, 1993, in which you request a clarification of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's (OSHA) safety regulations for roof top rolling scaffolds.

The powered platform standard's emergency action plan requirements do not necessarily require lowering the platform to ground level.

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 18, 2006

Mr. Bryan Martucci
Gilbane Development Company
Development Manager
7 Jackson Walkway
Providence, RI 02903

Dear Mr. Martucci: