An agency head may apply an alternate standard where deemed necessary, and shall, after consultation with employees or their
representatives, including appropriate occupational safety and health committees, notify the Secretary and request approval of such alternate
standards.
1960.17(a) Any request by the head of the agency for an alternate standard shall be transmitted to the
Secretary.
1960.17(b) Any such request for an alternate standard shall not be approved by the Secretary unless it provides
equivalent or greater protection for affected employees. Any such request shall include:
1960.17(b)(1) A statement of why the agency cannot comply with the OSHA standard or wants to adopt an alternate
standard;
1960.17(b)(2) A description of the alternate standard;
1960.17(b)(3) An explanation of how the alternate standard provides equivalent or greater protection for the
affected employees;
1960.17(b)(4) A description of interim protective measures afforded employees until a decision is rendered by the
Secretary of Labor; and
1960.17(b)(5) A summary of written comments, if any, from interested employees, employee representatives, and
occupational safety and health committees.
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