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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100252 A02 XIII B General requirements.
Inspection Nr: 849104.015
Citation: 01005
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $6,930.00
Current Penalty: $7,000.00
Issuance Date: 07/26/2013
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date: 08/25/2013
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0626700
Contest Date: 08/15/2013
Final Order: 06/05/2014
Related Event Code (REC): A
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 06/05/2014 | $7,000.00 | 08/25/2013 | Serious | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 08/19/2013 | $6,930.00 | 08/25/2013 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/26/2013 | $6,930.00 | 08/25/2013 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 005 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.252(a)(2)(xiii)(B): The employer did not recognize its responsibility for the safe usage of cutting or welding equipment, and did not designate an individual responsible for authorizing cutting and welding operations in areas not specifically designed for such processes: At the facility, in the mechanic shop and yard area: On January 26, 2013, and times theretofore, employees were directed to cut used chemical drums and other metal components with an oxy-acetylene cutting torch and to weld components to make repairs, and the employer did not designate an individual responsible to authorize the cutting or welding, exposing employees to fire and explosion hazards.