Construction multi-employer worksites.

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.

 

Numerous clarifications regarding underground construction;variances; joint ventures.

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 28, 1998

Lawrence J. Keefe
Chairman, Tunnel Task Force
Underground Contractors Association
3158 River Road, Suite 135
Des Plaines, Illinois 60018

Dear Mr. Keefe:

Determining the controlling employer with the role of providing general supervisory authority when using multi-employer two-step analysis citation policy.

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.

December 13, 2001

Ms. Rebecca Cartwright
Safety Resources Company of Ohio Inc.
4253 Portage Avenue
North Canton, Ohio 44720

Re: CPL 2-0.124--Multi-Employer Citation Policy

Dear Ms. Cartwright,

This is in response to your October 1, 2001 letter to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). You ask for guidance in several worksite scenarios with regard to the application of CPL 2-0.124, OSHA'S Multi-Employer Citation Policy, to a Construction Manager ("CM").

Fall protection during steel erection and the application to the construction industry.

Archive Notice - OSHA Archive

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 18, 1992

Mr. Mark W. Monson
Manager of Projects
Chicagoland Construction
Safety Council
4415 West Harrison Street,
Suite 403
Hillside, Illinois 60162

Dear Mr. Monson: