Adoption Info of Georgia OSHA 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (Occupational Safety and Health Standards) with Georgia-specific amendments
Effective Dates
- January 1, 1971 – Present (with periodic updates)
Adopts with Amendments
- OSHA 29 CFR 1910 (Occupational Safety and Health Standards)
Scope
- The Georgia OSHA 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards Code applies to safety and health requirements in general industry settings, including regulations for hazardous materials, machine guarding, fire protection, electrical safety, personal protective equipment (PPE), and environmental controls. This code ensures a safe and compliant work environment across various industries, focusing on accident prevention and workplace health.
Exception #1: Certain low-risk environments may have tailored compliance requirements as determined by specific job functions and hazard levels.
Exception #2: Emergency response work in non-industrial settings may allow for temporary adjustments to safety measures to prioritize immediate life-saving efforts.
CODE REFERENCE GUIDE
| Area | Primary | Supplement |
|---|---|---|
| Hazardous Materials | OSHA 1910 Subpart H | NONE |
| Machine Guarding | OSHA 1910 Subpart O | NONE |
| Fire Protection | OSHA 1910 Subpart L | NFPA |
| Electrical Safety | OSHA 1910 Subpart S | NEC |
| Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) | OSHA 1910 Subpart I | NONE |
| Environmental Controls | OSHA 1910 Subpart J | NONE |
| Confined Spaces | OSHA 1910 Subpart J | NONE |
| Exit Routes and Emergency Planning | OSHA 1910 Subpart E | IBC |
| Medical and First Aid | OSHA 1910 Subpart K | NONE |
| Fall Protection | OSHA 1910 Subpart D | NONE |
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