Containerized cargo operations.
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Focused Inspection Program for Intermodal Container Top Fall Protection.
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| DIRECTIVE NUMBER:CPL 2-1.27 | EFFECTIVE DATE: May 12, 1998 |
| SUBJECT: Focused Inspection Program for Intermodal Container Top Fall Protection |
ABSTRACT
Exemption for weighing outbound containers that are consolidated in a marine terminal.
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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.
November 15, 1988
Mr. Edward T. Ponek
Director of Safety
Maher Terminals, Inc.
Journal Square Plaza
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
Dear Mr. Ponek:
This is in response to your letter dated September 21, requesting an interpretation of 1918.85(b)(4).
The rule to which your refer specifically requires that outbound containers that are consolidated in a marine terminal shall be weighed. As your are aware, 1918.85(b)(3) only exempts the open type vehicle carrying container from this requirement.
Handling of overloaded inbound containers.
NOTICE: This is an OSHA Archive Document, and may no longer represent OSHA Policy. It is presented here as historical content, for research and review purposes only.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 27, 1992
Mr. Jefferson L. Thomas
Operations Manager
Husky Terminal & Stevedoring, Inc.
710 Port of Tacoma Road
Terminal 7-D
Tacoma, Washington 98421
Dear Mr. Thomas:
The following information is in response to your letter of January 7, 1992 to Mr. James W. Lake, Regional Administrator, concerning the handling of overloaded inbound containers. We would like to commend you for the way you handled the incident described in your letter and thank you for your interest in safety.
Lifting of two empty containers that are vertically coupled by twist locks.
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.
September 2, 1993
Mr. Michael T. Bohlman Director,
Marine Services Sea-Land Service, Inc.
P.O. Box 2000
Elizabeth, New Jersey 07207
Dear Mr. Bohlman:
The following information is provided in response to your letter of August 3, 1993 to Mr. Joseph Nolan of this office regarding the lifting of two empty containers that are vertically coupled by twist locks. We have reviewed the proposed operation and determined that it would comply with OSHA Regulations as long as you comply with the following provisions: