OAR 437-002-2024: Scope and Application

This subdivision applies to all occupational exposures to beryllium in all forms, compounds, and mixtures in general industry and construction activities, except for the following: (1) This subdivision does not apply to articles, as defined in the Hazard Communication standard (HCS) § 1910.1200(c), that contain beryllium and that the employer does not process. (2) This subdivision does not apply to materials containing less than 0.1% beryllium by weight where the employer has objective data demonstrating that employee exposure to beryllium will remain below the action level as an 8-hour TWA under any foreseeable conditions.