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The term "Competent Person" is used in many OSHA
standards and documents. An OSHA "competent person" is defined as "one who is
capable of identifying existing and predictable hazards in the surroundings or
working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to employees,
and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures to eliminate them".
[29
CFR 1926.32(f)]. By way of training and/or experience, a competent
person is knowledgeable of applicable standards, is capable of identifying
workplace hazards relating to the specific operation, and has the authority to
correct them. Some standards add
additional specific requirements which must be met by the competent person.
The following questions link
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What OSHA standards apply?
Standards | Preambles to Final Rules | Directives | Standard Interpretations |
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What additional information is available?
Training | Other Resources |
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