Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 5A0001 OSH Act General Duty Paragraph
Inspection Nr: 1519476.015
Citation: 01001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Not Completed - Solicitor Advised
Initial Penalty: $13,653.00
Current Penalty: $8,000.00
Issuance Date: 09/10/2021
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 15
Abatement Date: 02/13/2023
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0418100
Contest Date: 10/05/2021
Final Order: 01/30/2023
Related Event Code (REC): C
Emphasis:
Substance: 0170
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 01/30/2023 | $8,000.00 | 02/13/2023 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 12/13/2021 | $13,653.00 | 10/28/2021 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/10/2021 | $13,653.00 | 10/28/2021 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
a. On or about June 10, 2021 at Plant 4, Engine Room 1 (Old) - employees were exposed to dermal and respiratory injuries or death caused by hazards associated with a potential unexpected release of anhydrous ammonia from the ammonia refrigeration system, that was not operated in a manner that would protect employees from serious injuries and death. b. On or about June 10, 2021 at Plant 4, Engine Room 2 (New) - employees were exposed to dermal and respiratory injuries or death caused by hazards associated with a potential unexpected release of anhydrous ammonia from the ammonia refrigeration system, that was not operated in a manner that would protect employees from serious injuries and death.