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September 26, 2022
ATF Q&A: OSHA
Is an explosion proof vacuum a suggestion or requirement on the range? We currently use a Minuteman lead hepa filter vacuum.
There is no specific OSHA requirement for explosion-proof vacuums. However, OSHA has issued citations for using a non-explosion proof vacuum to vacuum-up gunpowder residue.
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24-Hour Compliance Hotline
NSSF members can greatly benefit from the NSSF’s Retail Member Hotline. The toll-free hotline will bring calls in to the NSSF headquarters on a 24/7 basis. If questions regarding compliance, transactions, legislation or any other topic cannot be answered at the time of the call, an all-out attempt will be made to provide the answer within 24 hours.
NSSF members have exclusive 24/7 access to the NSSF’s Retail Member Hotline. Non-member retailers can view some of the questions that have been asked and answered through this service here.
Compliance Resources for Members
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