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Standard Cited: 19100101 B Compressed gases (general requirements).
Inspection Nr: 1202022.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 05/08/2017 2
Initial Penalty: $8,149.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 05/02/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 1
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity:
Report ID: 0523400
Contest Date: 05/31/2017
Final Order: 09/18/2017
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 09/18/2017 | $0.00 | 05/08/2017 | Other | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 05/31/2017 | $8,149.00 | 05/08/2017 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/02/2017 | $8,149.00 | 05/08/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.101(b): The in-plant handling, storage, and utilization of all compressed gases in cylinders, portable tanks, rail tankcars, or motor vehicle cargo tanks were not in accordance with Compressed Gas Association Pamphlet P-1-1965, which is incorporated by reference as specified in CFR 1910.6: (a) The employer did not ensure that cylinders of compressed gases such as an oxy-fuel torch device was not stored in close proximity to a melting pot for metallic materials. In section 6.2.1 of CGA P-1-2008, Safe Handling of Compressed Gases In Containers, it states, "Flammable gases shall be stored in well-ventilated areas. Flammable gases shall be stored away from oxidizers, open flames, sparks, and other sources of heat or ignition."