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Standard Cited: 19100253 B04 III Oxygen-fuel gas welding and cutting.
Inspection Nr: 1664064.015
Citation: 01017B
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $7,813.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 10/11/2023
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 4
Abatement Date: 10/30/2023
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0627700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 10/27/2023
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 10/27/2023 | $0.00 | 10/30/2023 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/11/2023 | $7,813.00 | 10/30/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 017B Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.253(b)(4)(iii): Oxygen cylinders in storage were not separated from fuel-gas cylinders or combustible materials (especially oil or grease), a minimum distance of 20 feet (6.1 m). The employer does not ensure compress gas cylinders of oxygen and acetylene were stored at least 20' apart, exposing employees to fire and explosion hazards. a) This violation was observed on or about April 17, 2023, on the west wall of the facility in the middle of the shop, where compressed gas cylinders of oxygen and acetylene were observed with gauges still on and not in use. b) This violation was observed on or about April 17, 2023, on the west wall of the facility in the middle of the shop, where compressed gas cylinders of oxygen and acetylene were observed with gauges still on and not in use. Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation describing the steps taken to ensure oxygen and propylene cylinders are stored at least 20' apart.