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Standard Cited: 19100253 B04 III Oxygen-fuel gas welding and cutting.
Inspection Nr: 1050814.015
Citation: 01005A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 10/05/2015 2
Initial Penalty: $6,300.00
Current Penalty: $6,300.00
Issuance Date: 09/28/2015
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 50
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0523100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 10/19/2015
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 10/19/2015 | $6,300.00 | 10/05/2015 | Serious | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/28/2015 | $6,300.00 | 10/05/2015 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 005A 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 resistant rating of at least one-half hour. (a) On or about March 31, 2015, at the northwest end of the fabrication shop, the employer did not ensure oxygen and propylene cylinder tanks were separated. Employees were exposed to fire hazards.