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Standard Cited: 19100101 B Compressed gases (general requirements).
Inspection Nr: 1208999.015
Citation: 01003A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 08/09/2017 4
Initial Penalty: $8,873.00
Current Penalty: $5,400.00
Issuance Date: 07/14/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 9
Related Event Code (REC): C
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0418100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 07/31/2017
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 07/31/2017 | $5,400.00 | 08/09/2017 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/14/2017 | $8,873.00 | 08/09/2017 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003A 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: On or about January 19, 2017, employees working in the floatation area are exposed to an asphyxiation hazard when working in a unventilated area using nitrogen compressed gas cylinders in the foam making process. (Section 3.3.5 Compressed Gas Association, Inc.)