Beyond the General Duty Clause, 29 CFR 1910 contains the general industry standards that cover most fusion splicing hazards: personal protective equipment (Subpart I), air contaminants (Subpart Z), flammable liquid storage (Subpart H), respiratory protection, hazard communication . Beyond the General Duty Clause, 29 CFR 1910 contains the general industry standards that cover most fusion splicing hazards: personal protective equipment (Subpart I), air contaminants (Subpart Z), flammable liquid storage (Subpart H), respiratory protection, hazard communication . Regardless of your level of experience, creating high-quality, high-performance fiber optic networks requires developing your skills in fusion splicing. This guide reveals the secrets to fusion splicing with little fluff—just proven, straightforward techniques refined from years of work in the. The General Duty Clause requires every employer to keep the workplace free from recognized hazards that are causing or likely to cause death or serious physical harm. 1 This catch-all provision fills the gaps wherever a specific OSHA standard does not address a particular fusion splicing hazard. Splicing is typically required during cable installation, maintenance, or network expansion. Even a minor error can lead to significant signal loss or faulty splices. The following describes the most common problems, their quick diagnosis, and recommended solutions. 1 dB). The environment where you perform fiber splicing can affect the quality and safety of your work. You need to consider factors such as temperature, humidity, dust, wind, sunlight, and vibration.