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November 12, 2010 All other aspects [excluding site preparation which includes activities such as leveling the site, trenching, and excavation] of oil and gas well drilling and servicing operations are covered by 29 CFR 1910, or in the case where serious hazards exist in the workplace that are not addressed by a specific OSHA standard, Section 5(a)(l) ("General Duty Clause") of the OSH Act. [Emphasis added.] Thank you for your interest in occupational safety and health. We hope you find this information helpful. Please be aware that OSHA's enforcement guidance is subject to periodic review and clarification, amplification, or correction. Such guidance could also be affected by subsequent rulemaking. In the future, should you wish to verify that the guidance provided herein remains current, you may consult OSHA's website at www.osha.gov. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact the Office of General Industry Enforcement at (202)693-1850. |