1910.101 Compressed Gas Cylinders: citations, penalties and recently cited employers
Data as of October 5, 2026 · citations issued Oct 5, 2025 to Oct 5, 2026
Requires employers to determine that compressed gas cylinders under their control are in safe condition, using visual and other inspections referenced to Department of Transportation rules and Compressed Gas Association pamphlets. In-plant handling, storage, and use of cylinders must follow CGA guidance, which in practice means securing cylinders upright against tipping, keeping valve caps on when not in use, and separating incompatible gases. Safety relief devices must also be installed and maintained.
What the standard requires
- Inspect compressed gas cylinders to confirm they are in safe condition
- Handle, store, and use cylinders according to Compressed Gas Association guidance
- Secure cylinders to prevent tipping or falling
- Install and maintain pressure relief devices
Hazards it addresses
- Cylinders falling and valves breaking off, turning cylinders into projectiles
- Gas leaks causing fires, explosions, or asphyxiation
Commonly cited in welding shops, auto repair, construction yards, and manufacturing.
Plain-language summary written for this site; it is not the regulatory text and not legal advice. Read the official text at eCFR.
Citations by month
Inspections with citations issued, by month of issuance. Hatched months are incomplete: citations reach the public data about a month after issuance.
Most-cited paragraphs
| Paragraph | What it covers | Items | Inspections | Median initial penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1910.101(b) | In-plant handling, storage, and utilization per CGA Pamphlet P-1 | 146 | 146 | $906 |
| 1910.101(a) | Inspection of compressed gas cylinders | 5 | 5 | $0 |
Penalties
Across 151 alleged items, OSHA and state-plan offices proposed $404,804 in initial penalties. The current total in the public data is $274,369, 32% lower after settlements, contests and amendments.
By violation type: Serious 71%; Other-than-serious 28%; Repeat 1%.
Citations by state
| State | Inspections cited | Items | Initial penalties | Current penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 16 | 16 | $7,575 | $7,050 |
| Connecticut | 14 | 14 | $57,032 | $35,148 |
| New York | 14 | 14 | $16,682 | $7,211 |
| North Carolina | 13 | 13 | $11,450 | $11,075 |
| Nevada | 12 | 12 | $10,322 | $8,708 |
| New Jersey | 10 | 10 | $52,635 | $43,498 |
| Virginia | 7 | 7 | $7,580 | $5,306 |
| Alaska | 5 | 5 | $39,155 | $14,645 |
| Illinois | 5 | 5 | $13,335 | $6,668 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | 5 | $0 | $0 |
| Arizona | 4 | 4 | $24,353 | $23,502 |
| Colorado | 4 | 4 | $11,381 | $9,080 |
| Hawaii | 4 | 4 | $18,516 | $10,832 |
| Maryland | 4 | 4 | $2,712 | $2,412 |
| Minnesota | 4 | 4 | $2,650 | $1,420 |
| Ohio | 3 | 3 | $16,457 | $11,810 |
| Oklahoma | 3 | 3 | $23,573 | $14,498 |
| Pennsylvania | 3 | 3 | $7,862 | $4,768 |
| California | 2 | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Kentucky | 2 | 2 | $6,000 | $2,125 |
By industry
- Manufacturing: 49 inspections
- Other services: 17 inspections
- Construction: 13 inspections
- Wholesale trade: 12 inspections
- Arts, entertainment & recreation: 9 inspections
- Educational services: 9 inspections
- Public administration: 7 inspections
- Transportation & warehousing: 7 inspections
Recently cited establishments
About these records. Citations list alleged violations and proposed penalties. Employers can contest them, and many are reduced or withdrawn in settlement. Each row shows the original and the current penalty and a status label derived from the public data as of October 5, 2026. Check the linked osha.gov page for the official record.
| Establishment | Location | Issued | Alleged items | Initial penalty | Current penalty | Status and deadlines | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calvert County Public Schools | Prince Frederick, MD | Aug 31, 2026 | 1 | $1,900 | $1,900 | ContestedAbatement due Sep 8, 2026Contested Sep 9, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Herrtronics Inc. | Auburn, NY | Aug 27, 2026 | 1 | $3,405 | $953 | Informal settlementAbatement due Sep 23, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Aeko Kula LLC | Honolulu, HI | Aug 24, 2026 | 1 | $11,823 | $6,147 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Red Garter Operator, LLC | West Wendover, NV | Aug 24, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Sep 8, 2026 | osha.gov |
| DHL Express (usa), Inc. | Anchorage, AK | Aug 21, 2026 | 1 | $7,235 | $3,618 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Neva One, LLC | Stateline, NV | Aug 18, 2026 | 1 | $7,093 | $7,093 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Knight's Taxidermy, Inc. | Anchorage, AK | Aug 14, 2026 | 1 | $5,296 | $5,296 | OpenAbatement due Sep 10, 2026Contest deadline ~Sep 4, 2026 (est.) | osha.gov |
| Recyclelink, LLC | Lincoln, NE | Aug 13, 2026 | 1 | $2,270 | $1,362 | Informal settlementAbatement due Sep 9, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Cates Recycling | Tulsa, OK | Aug 7, 2026 | 1 | $3,547 | $3,547 | OpenAbatement due Aug 26, 2026Contest deadline ~Aug 28, 2026 (est.) | osha.gov |
| Newark Brush Company LLC | Springfield, NJ | Aug 4, 2026 | 1 | $11,585 | $9,268 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Blue Ridge Animal Clinic, P.C | Lexington, VA | Jul 31, 2026 | 1 | $690 | $483 | Informal settlementAbatement due Aug 26, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Collision Brothers LLC | Sparks, NV | Jul 28, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final order | osha.gov |
| Worcester State University | Worcester, MA | Jul 23, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Aug 24, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Colorado Iron & Metal, Inc. | Fort Collins, CO | Jul 21, 2026 | 1 | $3,972 | $3,500 | Informal settlementAbatement due Sep 25, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Kat Industries, Inc. | Oklahoma City, OK | Jul 21, 2026 | 1 | $11,585 | $6,951 | Informal settlementAbatement due Aug 7, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Westlake Royal Building Products Inc. | Charlotte, NC | Jul 21, 2026 | 1 | $5,200 | $5,200 | Informal settlementAbatement due Jul 27, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Mavis Tire Supply LLC | Westlake, OH | Jul 21, 2026 | 1 | $8,512 | $5,000 | Informal settlementAbatement due Aug 31, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Incobrasa Industries, Ltd. | Gilman, IL | Jul 20, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlementAbatement due Aug 11, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Town of Somers | Somers, CT | Jul 17, 2026 | 1 | $420 | $210 | Informal settlementAbatement due Aug 19, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Technical Gas Products Inc. | West Norriton, PA | Jul 16, 2026 | 1 | $4,823 | $2,412 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Mayville Village DPW | Mayville, NY | Jul 16, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Aug 4, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Ontario Hardwood Company, Inc. | Keysville, VA | Jul 16, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlementAbatement due Aug 18, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Haines Equipment Inc. | Avoca, NY | Jul 15, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlementAbatement due Aug 10, 2026 | osha.gov |
| McCreary Modern, Inc. | Maiden, NC | Jul 15, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlementAbatement due Jul 20, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Import Paint - Body of Charlotte, Inc. | Charlotte, NC | Jul 13, 2026 | 1 | $1,250 | $875 | Informal settlementAbatement due Jul 17, 2026 | osha.gov |
| City of Shelton | Shelton, CT | Jul 10, 2026 | 1 | $320 | $128 | Informal settlementAbatement due Aug 26, 2026 | osha.gov |
| City of Shelton | Shelton, CT | Jul 10, 2026 | 1 | $320 | $128 | Informal settlementAbatement due Aug 26, 2026 | osha.gov |
| City of Shelton | Shelton, CT | Jul 10, 2026 | 1 | $320 | $128 | Informal settlementAbatement due Aug 12, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Ambulnz TN, LLC | Goodlettsville, TN | Jul 9, 2026 | 1 | $2,450 | $2,450 | Final orderAbatement due Aug 13, 2026 | osha.gov |
| BLB Motos, LLC | Nashville, TN | Jul 8, 2026 | 1 | $700 | $700 | Final orderAbatement due Jul 23, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Plainville Department of Public Works | Plainville, MA | Jul 8, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Aug 10, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Awnex, Inc. | Ball Ground, GA | Jul 8, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Consumers/Dornin-Adams, Inc. | Lynchburg, VA | Jul 7, 2026 | 1 | $600 | $420 | Informal settlementAbatement due Jul 24, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Alron Inc. | Massillon, OH | Jul 2, 2026 | 1 | $2,838 | $1,703 | Informal settlementAbatement due Jul 23, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Benemy Welding & Fabrication, Inc. | Phelps, NY | Jul 1, 2026 | 1 | $1,929 | $1,157 | Informal settlementAbatement due Dec 31, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Maple Grove Tire - Service Center Inc. | Osseo, MN | Jun 29, 2026 | 1 | $450 | $270 | Informal settlementAbatement due Jul 4, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Maple Shade Board of Education Buildings & Grounds | Maple Shade, NJ | Jun 26, 2026 | 1 | $7,000 | $7,000 | Final orderAbatement due Aug 10, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Okemo Limited Liability Company | Ludlow, VT | Jun 25, 2026 | 1 | $7,093 | $3,901 | Informal settlementAbatement due Jul 1, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Lagudi Fresh Food Group LLC | Las Vegas, NV | Jun 25, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlementAbatement due Jul 6, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Regional School District 8, Rham High School | Hebron, CT | Jun 18, 2026 | 1 | $240 | $120 | Informal settlementAbatement due Jul 22, 2026 | osha.gov |
Often cited together
- 1910.1200 Hazard Communication (64 shared inspections)
- 1910.303 Electrical General (50 shared inspections)
- 1910.157 Fire Extinguishers (45 shared inspections)
- 1910.305 Wiring Methods (44 shared inspections)
- 1910.37 Exit Route Maintenance (27 shared inspections)
- 1910.253 Oxy-Fuel Welding (27 shared inspections)
- 1910.212 Machine Guarding (26 shared inspections)
- 1910.132 PPE General Requirements (26 shared inspections)
Questions
What does OSHA standard 1910.101 require?
Requires employers to determine that compressed gas cylinders under their control are in safe condition, using visual and other inspections referenced to Department of Transportation rules and Compressed Gas Association pamphlets. In-plant handling, storage, and use of cylinders must follow CGA guidance, which in practice means securing cylinders upright against tipping, keeping valve caps on when not in use, and separating incompatible gases. Safety relief devices must also be installed and maintained.
How often was 1910.101 cited in the last 12 months?
In the public data as of October 5, 2026, 1910.101 (Compressed Gas Cylinders) appeared in 151 inspections with citations issued between Oct 5, 2025 and Oct 5, 2026, covering 151 alleged violation items.
Which part of 1910.101 is cited most?
1910.101(b) was the most-cited paragraph, with 146 items: In-plant handling, storage, and utilization per CGA Pamphlet P-1
Which states cite 1910.101 most often?
The most citations under 1910.101 in this period were issued in Tennessee, Connecticut, New York.
What is the typical penalty for a 1910.101 violation?
The median initial (proposed) penalty per item was $750; the median current penalty after settlements and amendments was $512. Totals: $404,804 proposed, $274,369 current. Penalties vary by violation type, employer size and history, and State Plans set their own amounts.
Are 1910.101 citations final?
Not necessarily. A citation is an allegation until it becomes a final order. 5% of these items were contested, and many others were changed in settlements. Each listing shows its current status and a link to the official record.