In 2019 OSHA 1910.134 was 4 on the top most reported violations, in 2020 it rose to 3ed after being 4th for decades, and in 2021 it jumped ro 2nd. So after the pandemic we started breaking the rules.
[OSHA inspections FY 2019 total (https://www.osha.gov/data/commonstats)
Here is a list off all 5A1 Citations (OSHA VIOLATIONS) specifically aginst COVID-19 https://www.osha.gov/enforcement/covid-19-data/inspections-covid-related-citations
AS requested by the CDC Below”If your cloth mask is dry and clean, you can store it in a breathable bag (like a paper or mesh fabric bag) to keep it clean between uses in the same day.”
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/about-face-coverings.html#:~:text=If%20your%20cloth%20mask%20is%20dry%20and%20clean%2C%20you%20can%20store%20it%20in%20a%20breathable%20bag%20(like%20a%20paper%20or%20mesh%20fabric%20bag)%20to%20keep%20it%20clean%20between%20uses%20in%20the%20same%20day.
Or OSHA do not do the CDC guidance less than 5 days.
“Although OSHA had not waived compliance with any of its requirements during the pandemic, the agency set forth temporary enforcement discretion policies that CSHOs could consider when enforcing OSHA standards, such as the Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR § 1910.134, and/or equivalent respiratory protection provisions of other health standards.”
https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/standardinterpretations/2021-07-07#:~:text=Although%20OSHA%20had,other%20health%20standards.
1910.504(d)(3)(i)(B)
The respirator has been stored in a breathable storage container (*e.g*., paper bag) for at least five calendar days between use and has been kept away from water or moisture;
It was a violation only months ago.
Phoenix, Arizona 12/17/2021
1910.504(d)(3)(i)(B)
https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1910/1910.504#:~:text=1910.504(d)(3)(i)(B,away%20from%20water%20or%20moisture
Other important facts
December 20, 2017 https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/standardinterpretations/2017-12-20
State Plans are required to have standards and an enforcement program that are “at least as effective” as OSHA’s, but may have different or additional requirements.
Feb/Narch of 2020 I stopped talking to Dr. Kauffman because of TOTLE 18 USC 241/242 Abuse and threatening me not to talk about masks. I filed a grievance but saw no response to the offensive behavior this from Veterans Affairs lets alone a Dr.
March 14, 2020 https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/standardinterpretations/2020-03-14 1910.134 (d)(1)(ii)
MEMORANDUM FOR: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS STATE DESIGNEES.
SUBJECT: Temporary Enforcement Guidance – Healthcare Respiratory Protection Annual Fit-Testing for N95 Filtering Facepieces During the COVID-19 Outbreak
currently recommends that Health Care Providers (HCP), who are providing direct care of patients with known or suspected COVID-19, practice infection control procedures. These include engineering controls (e.g., airborne infection isolation rooms), administrative controls (e.g., cohorting patients, designated HCP), work practices (e.g., handwashing, disinfecting surfaces), and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves, face shields or other eye protection, and gowns.
Appropriate respiratory protection is required for all healthcare personnel providing direct care of these patients
April 3, 2020 03-14 April 3, 2020 https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/standardinterpretations/2020-04-03
MEMORANDUM FOR: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS STATE PLAN DESIGNEES.
SUBJECT:
Enforcement Guidance for Respiratory Protection and the N95 Shortage Due to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic
This memorandum provides additional guidance on enforcing OSHA’s respirator standard for all workers, including HCP. In light of the essential need for adequate supplies of respirators, this memorandum will take effect immediately and remain in effect until further notice. This guidance is intended to be time-limited to the current public health crisis.
Enforcement Guidance
All employers whose employees are required to use or are permitted voluntary use of respiratory protection must continue to manage their respiratory protection programs (RPPs) in accordance with the OSHA respirator standard, and should pay close attention to shortages of N95s during the COVID-19 pandemic.[5] Paragraph (d)(1)(iii) in section 1910.134 requires such employers to identify and evaluate respiratory hazards in the workplace, and paragraph (c)(1) requires employers to develop and implement written RPPs with worksite-specific procedures and to update their written programs as necessary to reflect changes in workplace conditions that affect respirator use. CSHOs should generally refer to CPL 02-00-158, Inspection Procedures for the Respiratory Protection Standard, 6/26/2014, for further guidance.[6]
April 24, 2020. https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/standardinterpretations/2020-04-24MEMORANDUM FOR: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS STATE PLAN DESIGNEES
SUBJECT: Enforcement Guidance on Decontamination of Filtering Facepiece Respirators in Healthcare During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Pandemic
- Standard Number:1910.134 1910.134(d)(1)(ii)
Enforcement Guidance
All employers whose employees are required to use or are permitted voluntary use of respiratory protection must continue to manage their respiratory protection programs (RPPs) in accordance with the OSHA respirator standard, and should pay close attention to shortages of FFRs during the COVID-19 pandemic.[7] Paragraph (d)(1)(iii) in section 1910.134 requires employers to identify and evaluate respiratory hazards in the workplace, and paragraph (c)(1) requires employers to develop and implement written RPPs with worksite-specific procedures and to update their written programs as necessary to reflect changes in workplace conditions that affect respirator use. CSHOs should generally refer to CPL 02-00-158, Inspection Procedures for the Respiratory Protection Standard, 6/26/2014, for further guidance.[8]
January 26, 2021 Denver CO Veterans Affairs violation 1910.134 (f)(2) Employers ensure tight-fitting mask and record.
May 20, 2021 Salt Lake City Utah violation 1910.134 (e)(6)(i) No referral from Dr. After EXAM by PLHCP
July 7, 2021MEMORANDUM FOR: REGIONAL ADMINISTRATORS STATE PLAN DESIGNEES
This Updated Interim Enforcement Response Plan for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) provides new instructions and guidance to Area Offices and Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs) for handling COVID-19-related complaints, referrals, and severe illness reports in workplaces that are not covered by the June 21, 2021, Emergency Temporary Standard for COVID-19
Although OSHA had not waived compliance with any of its requirements during the pandemic, the agency set forth temporary enforcement discretion policies that CSHOs could consider when enforcing OSHA standards, such as the Respiratory Protection standard, 29 CFR § 1910.134, and/or equivalent respiratory protection provisions of other health standards.
July 20, 3021 Gilbert AZ Violations 1910.134 (d)(1)(ii) Not NIOSH Approved , 1910.134 (e)(6)(i)(A) Limitation, & 1910.134 (g)(1)(ii) corrective lenses
Dec 2, 2021 Sputh Carolina Veterans Affairs violation of 1910.502 (h)(1) ensure 6 ft safety bubble.
Also on Dec 2, 2021 Veterans Affairs NL refused treatment while in wrong masks, and Whistleblower Sam Glover refused to take it. 1910.134 (f)(2) Tight Fit ensured by employers, 1910.134 (d)(1)(ii) wasn’t NIOSH approved, I know my limitations via 1910.134 (e)(6)(i)(A) because I understand why I’d fail 1910.134 (e)(6)(i) and another wxam would need to take place. Plus I have a beard and would require PAPR’S ro get any respiratory protection. The Veterans Affairs patient advocate refused to take my claim aswell.
December 16, 2021 Wyoming Michigan Veterans Affairs violation 1910.502 (f)(2)(i) which is a violation of 1910.134 and (several possibilities all mask related)
December 17, 2021 Phoenix AZ Veterans Affairs violation 1910.504 (d)(3)(i)(B) paper bag for greater than 5 days.
February 28, 2022 Bradford Massachusetts violations 1910.134 (f)(2) employers ensure employees are wearing tight fitting masks, 1910.502 (h)(1) employees stay 6ft apart whenever possible.
March 4, 2022 I was again refused treatment from Veterans Affairs NL with a letter from the Director Mark Bielawski APRN, and he could not verify any laws which prevent my treatment. Again this Whistleblower reported to Sam Glover and the Veterans Affairs Patient advocate no actiona were takes to resolve any issues.
March 7, 2022 Baltimore Veterans Affairs violations 1910.134 (f)(2) employers ensure tight fitt masks, 1910.502 (f)(2)(i) another 1910.134 violation & more.
April 14, 2022 Cincinnati OH Veterans Affairs violation 1910.134 (f)(2) employers ensure employees use tight fitting masks.
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134 and TITLE 18 USC 1038, Expose the frauds 