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OSHA 1928SubpartB

Applicability of agricultural standards

Subpart B

11 Questions & Answers
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Questions & Answers

Under 1928 Subpart B, what is the subpart title and the Part 1928 title?

Under 1928 Subpart B the subpart title is "Applicability of Standards" and the Part 1928 title is "Occupational Safety and Health Standards for Agriculture." See [29 CFR Part 1928]((https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1928) for the official listing of the part and subpart.

Under 1928 Subpart B, what is the official standard number to cite when referring to this subpart?

Cite this subpart as 29 CFR Part 1928, Subpart B (Applicability of Standards). For the official citation and navigation, see [29 CFR Part 1928]((https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1928).

Under 1928 Subpart B, where can I find the government-published electronic Code of Federal Regulations text for Part 1928?

The government-published e-CFR is listed as the GPO source for Part 1928 and can be used to view the regulatory text. You can access the e-CFR entry via the provided government link: e-CFR entry for Title 29 (Part 1928) and review how OSHA displays the part at [29 CFR Part 1928]((https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1928).

Under 1928 Subpart B, what information does the section include about amendment history?

Under 1928 Subpart B the section includes Federal Register amendment citations and dates that record changes to the part over time. The listed amendments include entries such as 40 FR 18257 (Apr. 25, 1975) and later updates (for example, 42 FR 38569, July 29, 1977; 52 FR 31886, Aug. 24, 1987; 59 FR 36700, July 19, 1994; 59 FR 51748, Oct. 12, 1994; 61 FR 5510, Feb. 13, 1996; 61 FR 9255, Mar. 7, 1996; 86 FR 61555, Nov. 5, 2021). For the authoritative record, consult [29 CFR Part 1928]((https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1928).

Under 1928 Subpart B, does the page provide the full regulatory text of the agricultural standards?

No—this subpart entry identifies the subpart heading and references but does not itself contain the full text of every agricultural requirement; you must consult the specific provisions of Part 1928 for detailed requirements. Use the OSHA listing at [29 CFR Part 1928]((https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1928) or the e-CFR at e-CFR entry for Title 29 (Part 1928) to read the full regulatory text.

Under 1928 Subpart B, where should employers look to determine whether a specific Part 1928 requirement applies to their operation?

Employers should consult the specific subparts and sections within [29 CFR Part 1928]((https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1928) that cover particular hazards or equipment; Subpart B itself is the Applicability heading that directs users to the relevant standards. If the applicability is unclear, contact OSHA or seek a formal interpretation as described on the OSHA site.

Under 1928 Subpart B, how can I confirm whether there are any OSHA Letters of Interpretation for this subpart?

For this particular review, no related Letters of Interpretation were found for the subpart entry; however, OSHA maintains a searchable library of interpretations and you can verify or request guidance through OSHA channels. Begin by checking the official Part 1928 page at [29 CFR Part 1928]((https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1928) and, if needed, contact OSHA for a formal interpretation.

Under 1928 Subpart B, how should I reference the GPO source when documenting compliance materials?

When documenting compliance, note that the GPO source for the regulatory text is the e-CFR; reference the e-CFR entry for Title 29 Part 1928 as the government-published electronic text. For example, include a citation to the e-CFR at e-CFR entry for Title 29 (Part 1928) and to OSHA's presentation of the part at [29 CFR Part 1928]((https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1928).

Under 1928 Subpart B, what does the listing of Federal Register citations indicate for compliance practitioners?

The listing of Federal Register citations shows when and where amendments to Part 1928 were published and helps compliance practitioners track historical changes to the standards. Use those FR citations to find the official amendment notices and review the regulatory history alongside the current text at [29 CFR Part 1928]((https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1928).

Under 1928 Subpart B, what immediate steps should an employer take if they need clarification about whether an agricultural standard applies to a task?

If an employer needs clarification about applicability, they should first read the relevant sections of [29 CFR Part 1928]((https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1928) that seem to cover the task, consult the e-CFR at e-CFR entry for Title 29 (Part 1928), and then contact OSHA for guidance or request a formal Letter of Interpretation if necessary.

Under 1928 Subpart B, how do the amendment dates listed affect which version of the standard I must follow?

The amendment dates indicate when changes were officially published; employers must comply with the current, effective version of Part 1928 as presented by OSHA and the e-CFR. To verify the operative text and effective dates, review [29 CFR Part 1928]((https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1928) and the e-CFR at e-CFR entry for Title 29 (Part 1928).