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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19150014 B01 Hot Work.
Inspection Nr: 1742704.015
Citation: 01004A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $11,292.00
Current Penalty: $11,292.00
Issuance Date: 08/26/2024
Nr Instances: 10
Nr Exposed: 20
Abatement Date: 02/18/2025
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0522300
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/25/2024
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | P: Petition to Mod Abatement | 12/24/2024 | $11,292.00 | 02/18/2025 | Serious | |
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/25/2024 | $11,292.00 | 12/31/2024 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/26/2024 | $11,292.00 | 09/20/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004A Hazard:
29 CFR 1915.14(b)(1): Hot work was permitted in dangerous atmospheres before being tested by a competent person and determined to contain no concentrations of flammable vapors equal to or greater than 10 percent of the lower explosive limit. On or about March 15, 2024, on board the Cuyahoga vessel moored at the Port of Ashtabula, Kinder Morgan Pinney Dock; Minnesota slip, A/B dock side, welders were performing hot work activities in water ballast tanks and cargo hold #2 without the employer ensuring spaces were tested by a competent person.