1926.306 Compressed Air Tanks: citations, penalties and recently cited employers
Data as of October 5, 2026 · citations issued Oct 5, 2025 to Oct 5, 2026
Compressed air receivers used in construction, such as tanks on air compressors, must be built and installed according to the applicable boiler and pressure vessel code. Receivers must be installed so drains, handholes, and manholes are accessible, and must be equipped with drain valves that are opened frequently to remove water. Safety valves, pressure gauges, and indicating devices must be maintained and tested.
What the standard requires
- Construct receivers to the ASME pressure vessel code
- Keep drains and inspection openings accessible
- Drain accumulated water and oil frequently
- Maintain working safety valves and pressure gauges
Hazards it addresses
- Tank rupture or explosion
- Injuries from corroded or overpressurized vessels
Cited at construction sites and shops using portable or stationary air compressors.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1926.306(b)(3)(i) | 15 | 15 | $0 | |
| 1926.306(b)(3)(iii) | 2 | 2 | $218 |
Penalties
Across 17 alleged items, OSHA and state-plan offices proposed $19,278 in initial penalties. The current total in the public data is $17,060, 12% lower after settlements, contests and amendments.
By violation type: Other-than-serious 71%; Serious 29%.
Citations by state
| State | Inspections cited | Items | Initial penalties | Current penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 12 | 12 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | 2 | $437 | $275 |
| Arizona | 1 | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Florida | 1 | 1 | $4,256 | $2,200 |
| Louisiana | 1 | 1 | $11,585 | $11,585 |
By industry
- Construction: 16 inspections
- Manufacturing: 1 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 Employers can contest them, and many are reduced or withdrawn in settlement.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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Name withheld (individual) | Jamestown, NC | Aug 26, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Aug 31, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Junior's Framing, LLC | Kernersville, NC | Aug 25, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Aug 31, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Pig Roofing, LLC | Jacksonville, FL | Jul 24, 2026 | 1 | $4,256 | $2,200 | Informal settlement | osha.gov |
| Solano Construction, LLC | Cambridge, MD | Jul 14, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | OpenAbatement due Jul 22, 2026Contest deadline ~Aug 4, 2026 (est.) | osha.gov |
| A-G Constructions, LLC | Winston Salem, NC | May 26, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Jun 1, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Jca Unlimited Construction LLC | Winston Salem, NC | May 26, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Jun 1, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Toledo Construction - Framing, LLC | Summerfield, NC | May 15, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlementAbatement due May 19, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Core Built Construction LLC | Kernersville, NC | May 12, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due May 18, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Name withheld (individual) | Winston Salem, NC | Apr 6, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Apr 10, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Svbros Construction LLC | Oakland, MD | Mar 27, 2026 | 1 | $437 | $275 | Informal settlementAbatement due Apr 29, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Name withheld (individual) | Kernersville, NC | Feb 27, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Mar 3, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Name withheld (individual) | Kernersville, NC | Feb 26, 2026 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Mar 2, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Marcelo Mota Sangabriel | Lewisville, NC | Dec 29, 2025 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Final orderAbatement due Jan 2, 2026 | osha.gov |
| Name withheld (individual) | Greensboro, NC | Nov 13, 2025 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Informal settlementAbatement due Nov 17, 2025 | osha.gov |
| Gso Contracting, Inc. | Summerfield, NC | Oct 21, 2025 | 1 | $3,000 | $3,000 | Final orderAbatement due Oct 27, 2025 | osha.gov |
| Semper FI Industrial Coatings | Shreveport, LA | Dec 22, 2025 | 1 | $11,585 | $11,585 | Final orderAbatement due Sep 8, 2025 | osha.gov |
| Luis Alberto Bueno, a Single Man dba Los Bueno Construction LLC | Scottsdale, AZ | Nov 5, 2025 | 1 | $0 | $0 | Status not determinableAbatement due Aug 18, 2023 | osha.gov |
Often cited together
- 1926.501 Fall Protection (13 shared inspections)
- 1926.503 Fall Protection Training (12 shared inspections)
- 1926.102 Eye and Face Protection (10 shared inspections)
- 1926.150 Construction Fire Protection (7 shared inspections)
- 1926.1053 Ladder Safety (6 shared inspections)
- 1926.100 Hard Hats (5 shared inspections)
- 1926.1060 Ladder and Stair Training (4 shared inspections)
- 1926.404 GFCI and Grounding (4 shared inspections)
Questions
What does OSHA standard 1926.306 require?
Compressed air receivers used in construction, such as tanks on air compressors, must be built and installed according to the applicable boiler and pressure vessel code. Receivers must be installed so drains, handholes, and manholes are accessible, and must be equipped with drain valves that are opened frequently to remove water. Safety valves, pressure gauges, and indicating devices must be maintained and tested.
How often was 1926.306 cited in the last 12 months?
In the public data as of October 5, 2026, 1926.306 (Compressed Air Tanks) appeared in 17 inspections with citations issued between Oct 5, 2025 and Oct 5, 2026, covering 17 alleged violation items.
Which part of 1926.306 is cited most?
1926.306(b)(3)(i) was the most-cited paragraph, with 15 items.
Which states cite 1926.306 most often?
The most citations under 1926.306 in this period were issued in North Carolina, Maryland, Arizona.
What is the typical penalty for a 1926.306 violation?
The median initial (proposed) penalty per item was $0; the median current penalty after settlements and amendments was $0. Totals: $19,278 proposed, $17,060 current. Penalties vary by violation type, employer size and history, and State Plans set their own amounts.
Are 1926.306 citations final?
Not necessarily. A citation is an allegation until it becomes a final order. 0% 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.