Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100252 A02 XV General requirements.
Inspection Nr: 1254868.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $7,243.00
Current Penalty: $7,243.00
Issuance Date: 12/07/2017
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 2
Related Event Code (REC): R
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0317500
Contest Date:
Final Order: 01/04/2018
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/07/2017 | $7,243.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.252(a)(2)(xv): Cutting or welding was permitted not only in areas that were or had been made fire safe: a) Blue Moon Compressor Station, 344 McGirts Road, Daisytown, PA 15427: On and before August 15, 2017, the employer authorized welding, cutting and grinding work on compressor units that were operational and running and that had not been made fire safe. Each unit was equipped with two pressure relief valves, a packing vent, and a start gas vent that could potentially release natural gas while running or during a routine shut down. Employees and contractors working and welding in the vicinity of the running compressor units were exposed to fire and explosion hazards.
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