1910.107(b)(8): Spray Booth Separation
Each spray booth must be separated from other operations by not less than 3 feet, or by a greater distance, or by a partition or wall that reduces the danger of hazardous operations being next to each other.
Key takeaways
- 1910.107(b)(8) is part of OSHA's general industry standards (29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart H).
- OSHA cited it 12 times in the last 3 years, in 12 inspections, with $18,125 in current penalties.
- Most citations: VA (4), MD (2), TN (1).
- Related part: 1910.107(b) Spray booths (559 citations).
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What this rule covers
29 CFR 1910.107(b)(8) ("Separation of operations") is one requirement inside 1910.107 Spray finishing using flammable and combustible materials, an OSHA general industry standard (Part 1910, Subpart H). The official text below is copied word for word from the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR). The numbers, injury cases and training on this page show how OSHA enforces it on real job sites.
Official text
(8) Separation of operations. Each spray booth shall be separated from other operations by not less than 3 feet, or by a greater distance, or by such partition or wall as to reduce the danger from juxtaposition of hazardous operations. See also paragraph (c)(1) of this section. 12 citations
Source: eCFR, text current as of 2026-10-15. Read all of 1910.107.
Where and how often it was cited
| Year | Citations |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 4 |
| 2025 | 4 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Top states: VA (4), MD (2), TN (1), HI (1), TX (1)
Largest penalties
| Employer | Location | Penalty for this rule |
|---|---|---|
| ZEPHYR3 LLC | PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL | $5,627 |
| KOLLMORGEN CORPORATION | RADFORD, VA | $4,291 |
| RPM INDUSTRIAL COATINGS GROUP, INC. | MILLERSBURG, OH | $4,257 |
| TEXAN POWDER COATING LLC | ALVIN, TX | $2,420 |
| DEJANA TRUCK & UTILITY EQUIPMENT COMPANY, LLC | BALTIMORE, MD | $1,026 |
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OSHA interpretation letters
None exist. OSHA has not published a letter of interpretation for 1910.107(b)(8).
Related parts of this rule
- 1910.107(b) Spray booths 559 citations
- 1910.107(b)(5) Dry type overspray collectors—(exhaust air filters) 239 citations
- 1910.107(b)(9) Cleaning 204 citations
- 1910.107(b)(5)(i) 152 citations
- 1910.107(b)(5)(iv) 79 citations
- 1910.107(b)(1) Construction 39 citations
- 1910.107(b)(2) Interiors 29 citations
- 1910.107(b)(10) Illumination 19 citations
- 1910.107(b)(3) Floors 14 citations
- 1910.107(b)(5)(ii) 6 citations
- 1910.107(b)(6) Frontal area 3 citations
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Frequently asked questions
How far must a spray booth be from other operations?
Not less than 3 feet, or a greater distance, or separated by a partition or wall.
Why separate spray booths?
To reduce the danger from hazardous operations being next to each other.
Can a wall be used instead of distance?
Yes, a partition or wall that reduces the danger.
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Sources
- 29 CFR 1910.107 (eCFR), text current as of 2026-10-15
- U.S. Department of Labor enforcement data: OSHA inspections, citations and accident records, copied nightly; data as of 2026-10-20
3-year window. Federal OSHA only; state-plan rules are not counted. Plain-language text is a summary, not legal advice; the official text controls. Black Belt Safety is not part of OSHA or the Department of Labor.