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Slip on tool hooks cannot be used because of a danger of electrical shock.
Standard Number: 1926.951(b)(2)
June 6, 1980
Mr. Jack Buchanan
Director, Safety Services
Kansas Gas and Electric Company
P.O. Box 208
Wichita, Kansas 67201
Dear Mr. Buchanan:
This is in response to your request which was forwarded from our Wichita Area Office concerning the use of your slip on tool hook.
It is our interim opinion that your tool hook does not meet the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.951(b)(2). Since this tool hook is in direct contact with the lineman's body, there could be a danger of electrical shock. As stated in 29 CFR 1926.951(b)(2), "the cushion part of the body belt shall contain no exposed rivets on the inside." This also would mean that no metal parts at all should be exposed on the inside of the belt.
A copy of your correspondence and picture, along with a copy of this interim response, is being sent to our National Office requesting review, concurrence, correction and/or additions as applicable. Upon receipt of a reply, we will give you a final answer.
We appreciate your concern for occupational safety and health, and if we can be of further assistance, please let us know.
Sincerely,
Charles E. Adkins
Assistant Regional Administrator
Office of Technical Support
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