Every day we talk to customers who need to comply with OSHA regulations for using compressed air to clean up their shop or product. Back in 1972 on Valentine’s Day, OSHA published Directive Number STD01-13-001 standard 1910.242(b), which strives to provide guidance on how manufacturers can safely use compressed air for cleaning purposes to comply with the Walsh-Healey Act of 1936. This directive laid out acceptable methods for complying with 41CFR 50-204.8 and 29 CFR 1910.242(b)
The two methods are very simple, but still many people have questions. The first method (pictured below) is to regulate the line pressure from the compressor to below 30 PSIG. Read More