Applicability of OSHA's ladder standard, 29 CFR Part 1926 Subpart X to a particular situation.

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July 18, 2002

Mr. Herbert Weller
6614 Discovery Drive South
Indianapolis, IN 46250

Re: §§1926.1050 and 1926.1053(a)(1); portable ladders

Dear Mr. Weller: