Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19150056 E Arc welding and cutting.
Inspection Nr: 1013762.015
Citation: 01011
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $5,500.00
Current Penalty: $3,850.00
Issuance Date: 05/29/2015
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 20
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0418500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 06/19/2015
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 06/19/2015 | $3,850.00 | Serious | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 05/29/2015 | $5,500.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 011 Hazard:
29 CFR 1915.56(e): Arc welding and cutting operations were not shielded by noncombustible or flameproof screens to protect employees in the vicinity from the direct rays of the arc. a) Center of Pipe Shop: Three employees were observed sitting on the floor and welding. There were only two welding screens in the area and they were not positioned to protect any employees, at least 20 employees were observed working or walking by the area. b) Pipe Shop Welding Room: Several employees were observed arc welding at welding stations and the few screens in the room were not positioned to prevent nearby employees from the direct rays of the arc.