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Standard Cited: 19100252 A02 XIII C General requirements.
Inspection Nr: 849104.015
Citation: 01005A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $6,930.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
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 | $0.00 | 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: 005A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.252(a)(2)(xiii)(C): The employer did not recognize its responsibility for the safe usage of cutting or welding equipment, and did not insist that cutters or welders and their supervisors were suitably trained in the safe operation of their equipment and the safe use of the processes: At the facility, in the mechanic shop and yard area: On January 26, 2013 and times theretofore, employees used an oxy- acetylene cutting torch to cut used chemical drums and other metal components, and arc welder to weld components being repaired without suitable training to ensure safe use of the equipment and a safe process for cutting used drums last containing a flammable liquid, exposing employees to fire and explosion hazards.