Comment from Jacobi, David, Private Citizen

From the Introduction of Section III of the NPR: "The Compressed Gas Association (CGA) published several editions of these SDO standards after OSHA adopted them in 1974, and one of these standards (i.e., Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet G–1.4–1966), is no longer available for purchase from CGA. Therefore, to ensure that employers have access to the latest safety requirements for managing acetylene, this rulemaking is adopting the requirements specified in the most recent versions of the SDO standards." According to the Compressed Gas Association, the 2003 edition of G-1 is obsolete and may only be purchased with an order of the most current (2009) edition. As hard copy only. For an additional $100. Sounds like either someone didn't do their homework, or they are getting a kick-back from the CGA for the increased publication sales. Either way, if the stated purpose is to afford the American worker with the most current and protective standard, the the 2009 edition should be adopted.