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Standard Cited: 19100119 D03 II Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals.
Inspection Nr: 314060807
Citation: 01002
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: X
Initial Penalty: $5,000.00
Current Penalty: $4,000.00
Issuance Date: 07/07/2011
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 3
Abatement Date: 12/05/2012
Gravity: 05
Report ID: 0728900
Contest Date: 07/17/2011
Final Order: 01/28/2013
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 01/28/2013 | $4,000.00 | 12/05/2012 | Other | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/07/2011 | $5,000.00 | 08/09/2011 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002 Hazard: CHEMNEP
29 CFR 1910.119(d)(3)(ii): The employer failed to ensure that equipment used the process system complies with recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices. Rooftop of the facility, Production Refrigeration System: The ammonia relief system header discharge piping is located within 16.4 feet of a ventilation point and is also located 12.5 feet above the roof surface. ASHRAE 15-2004, Section 9.7.8 states that pressure relief discharges are to be directed 15 feet above the ground, 20 feet from a window, ventilation or building entry. Abatement certification is required for this violation. The abatement certification sheet is enclosed with the citations.