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Standard Cited: 19100253 B04 III Oxygen-fuel gas welding and cutting.
Inspection Nr: 1552263.015
Citation: 01011C
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Date: 02/28/2024 2
Initial Penalty: $9,116.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 03/04/2022
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 10
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0213900
Contest Date: 03/30/2022
Final Order: 03/15/2024
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | J: ALJ Decision | 03/15/2024 | $0.00 | 02/28/2024 | Other | |
| Penalty | C: Contested | 04/04/2022 | $9,116.00 | 03/30/2022 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 03/04/2022 | $9,116.00 | 03/30/2022 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 011C 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) or by a noncombustible barrier at least 5 feet (1.5 m) high having a fire-resistance rating of at least one hour. a) Outside of J Building: On or about 9/21/2021, oxygen cylinders were stored next to fuel gas cylinders in a cage with a noncombustible barrier that did not extend across the side and top of the cage. b) Fanelle Building yard: Cylinders of acetylene and oxygen used for torch cutting were stored within several feet of each other and not separated by a fire resistant barrier measuring at least five feet in height, on or about 9/21/21. NOTE: THE EMPLOYER IS REQUIRED TO SUBMIT ABATEMENT CERTIFICATION FOR THIS ITEM. FAILURE TO COMPLY WILL RESULT IN AN ADDITIONAL PENALTY OF $1000.00 IN ACCORDANCE WITH 29 CFR 1903.19.