Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19260850 E Preparatory operations.
Inspection Nr: 449953.015
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 10/01/2012
Initial Penalty: $2,800.00
Current Penalty: $2,800.00
Issuance Date: 08/01/2012
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 5
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0627100
Contest Date:
Final Order: 08/31/2012
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 08/31/2012 | $2,800.00 | 10/01/2012 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/01/2012 | $2,800.00 | 08/08/2012 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard:
29 CFR 1926.850(e): It shall be determined if any type of hazardous chemicals, gases, explosives, flammable materials, or similarly dangerous substances have been used in any pipes, tanks, or other equipment on the property. When the presence of any such substances is apparent or suspected, testing and purging shall be performed and the hazard eliminated before demolition is started. On or about May 21, 2012 and times prior thereto at the well site located at or near Dumas #1, El Dorado, AR, employees were dismantling a tank from the tank battery. Testing and purging was not conducted to eliminate the hazards associated with flammable liquids and vapors prior to conducting work. Employees were exposed to hazards such as, but not limited to, a flash fire, smoke inhalation and thermal injuries.