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December 2, 1981
Mr. R. E. McConomy
Engineering Services
Westeel Rosco Limited
1 Atlanta Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
M6K1X7
Dear Mr. McConomy:
This is in response to your letter of November 13, 1981, requesting a clarification of a fixed ladder requirement in 29 CFR 1910.27.
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration would allow the connection of the vertical bars to the horizontal hoop using a bolt and nut with the head of the nut placed on the inside of the cage. However, the connection must develop enough strength to meet the load requirement in 29 CFR 1910.27(a)(1).
If we may be of further assistance, please call or write.
Sincerely,
Patrick R. Tyson
Acting Director,
Federal Compliance and State Programs