Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260350 A09 Gas welding and cutting.
Inspection Nr: 1672028.015
Citation: 01003
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Corrected During Inspection
Initial Penalty: $4,687.00
Current Penalty: $2,500.00
Issuance Date: 09/15/2023
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 26
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 1
Report ID: 0215300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/30/2023
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/30/2023 | $2,500.00 | Serious | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/15/2023 | $4,687.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.350(a)(9): Compressed gas cylinders were not secured in an upright position at all times: (a) On or about 5/23/2023, at the Paul E. Joseph Stadium in Frederiksted, St. Croix, VI 00820. A 125 Cu/Ft Oxygen Welding Gas Cylinder Tank CGA 540 was not stored in a secured area to avoid being struck or damaged, exposing employees to projectile hazards. (b) On or about 5/23/2023, at the Paul E. Joseph Stadium in Frederiksted, St. Croix, VI 00820. A 40 cu/ft "B" Acetylene Welding Gas Cylinder Tank CGA 520 was not stored in a secured area to avoid being struck or damaged, exposing employees to projectile hazards. NOTE: Certification of abatement is not required for this citation item, as abatement was documented by the compliance safety and health officer during the inspection.