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[Federal Register Volume 86, Number 29 (Tuesday, February 16, 2021)] [Proposed Rules] [Pages 9576-9831] From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [FR Doc No: 2020-28987] Vol. 86 Tuesday, No.
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 15, 1986
Mr. Larry L. Thomas
Executive Director
National Paint and
Coatings Association
1500 Rhode Island Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20005
Dear Mr. Thomas:
This is in response to your letters dated July 10, August 7, September 2, and September 9, relating to the labeling provisions of the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS), 29 CFR 1910.1200, and relevant Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) interpretations and guidelines.
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 1, 1986
Mr. S. M. Duskin
Executive Vice President
Southern Agricultural
Chemicals Association
P.O. Box 686
Dawson, Georgia 31742
Dear Mr. Duskin:
This is in response to your letters of October 3, 1985, and April 10 regarding the Hazard Communication Standard (HCS). Please excuse our delay in responding and any inconvenience it may have caused.
The following are our responses to your specific questions, which we have repeated for ease of reference:
