In the OSHA standards, the Part is represented by a number. For example, Part 1910 covers general industry standards, while Part 1926 pertains to construction standards. These parts are part of the broader Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Title 29, which governs labor and workplace safety.
In the OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910.135(a), the number "1910" represents the section of the regulation, while "135" identifies the specific standard related to personal protective equipment, specifically head protection. The letter "(a)" indicates the particular paragraph within that section. Together, they provide a detailed reference to the regulation addressing head protection requirements.
OSHA does not have a specific standard for the spacing of balusters.
There is no Part 1972.353 in the OSHA regulations.
An OSHA standard is a regulation issued by OSHA, after proper notice and comment, that sets a minimum requirement in some area of practice or activity over which OSHA has authority. Such a standard establishes a minimum level of safety in the workplace acceptable to society at large.
States that have OSHA approved State Plans have six months after the adoption of a new federal OSHA standard to adopt an equivalent or more stringent standard of their own.
Call your closest OSHA area office or go to the OSHA web site (see related link, below).
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In the military environment, the military safety standard applies, regardless of what the OSHA standard might be, unless there is a formal military policy specifying that the military will meet or exceed OSHA safety requirements.For workplaces outside the military, the military standard is irrelevant.
To notify OSHA, you call one of their area offices, or write them a letter.
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OSHA has no authority over the Public, only over the workplace. A public walking surface is unlikely to be subject to OSHA regulation.
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