Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260351 E Arc welding and cutting.
Inspection Nr: 1123855.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $6,600.00
Current Penalty: $4,000.00
Issuance Date: 07/29/2016
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Abatement Date: 06/24/2017
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0521400
Contest Date: 08/17/2016
Final Order: 05/24/2017
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 05/24/2017 | $4,000.00 | 06/24/2017 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 08/18/2016 | $6,600.00 | 08/10/2016 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/29/2016 | $6,600.00 | 08/10/2016 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.351(e): Arc welding or cutting operation(s) were not shielded by non combustible or flame proof screens to protect employees and other persons working in the vicinity from the direct rays of the arc. On or about February 8, 2016, employees used a combustible polyethylene tarp as a cutting/welding screen, exposing employees to fire hazards during welding operations. Abatement certification is required of this item in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1903.19(c).