Attention, danger: illegal gas manipulation uncovered in margaret!

Attention, danger: illegal gas manipulation uncovered in margaret!

Wien-Margareten, Österreich - On May 16, 2025, the group carried out comprehensive control in Vienna-Margareten, which can be described as worrying and revealing. In cooperation with the MA 59, the Viennese networks and the police, an illegal hospitality business was revealed that had serious violations of the security regulations. The company worked without the necessary commercial approval and did not have a valid gas supply contract. This not only raises legal questions, but also puts the general security in the area in danger.

The investigators discovered that the gas system was manipulated. The gas meter was in a closed camp, and the operator, who was already known for illegal energy, refused to access. In a tense situation, the fire brigade had to be called to open the camp. In the meantime, the situation escalated as the person present became the police officers, which led to the request of additional police forces and resulted in several preliminary arrests.

manipulation and safety danger

The control not only resulted in the illegal connection of gas and electricity, but also massive manipulations on the gas pipes, which were an acute danger. Walter Hillerer, head of the group of immediate measures, expressed serious concerns about the security and fairness of competitive conditions in the industry. In addition, it was found in the context of the investigation that an employee was not properly registered, which initiated a procedure for suspicion of undeclared work.

In the context of the gas supply, the German statutory accident insurance (DGUV) indicates the dangers of operating gas systems. Compliance with strict safety precautions is imperative to avoid explosion risk. In maintenance work, protective measures must be carried out explicitly, such as the implementation of free measurements and the accurate documentation of all work steps. It is crucial that the work only begins after established measures and that unauthorized persons are kept away from endangered areas.

important security precautions

In order to avoid dangerous atmospheric conditions, employers must ensure that employees are taught about possible hazards and required protective measures before starting work. Particular attention is paid to the gas concentration, which must be below 50% of the lower explosion limit in order to be able to work safely. Correct ventilation also plays a crucial role, and in the event of a failure of the ventilation, immediate measures must be taken.