Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002B Hazard: CHEMNEP

29 CFR 1910.111(b)(8)(v): On all hose one-half inch outside diameter and larger, used for the transfer of anhydrous ammonia liquid or vapor, were not etched, cast, impressed at 5 foot intervals the information as per 29 CFR 1910.111(b)(8)(v): The employer does not ensure that the hose used to transfer anhydrous ammonia liquid or vapor from the tanker to the storage tank is etched, cast, impressed at 5 foot intervals "Anhydrous Ammonia, xxx psig (maximum working pressure), manufactures name or trademark, year of manufacture" nor in lieu of the same information contained on a permanently attached nameplate on the hose. This exposes employees to possible fire, burn, and inhalation hazards in the event of an accident. This violation was observed on or about October 20, 2010. Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the date of this citation, the employer must submit documentation showing that it is in compliance with the standard, including evidence to show that the anhydrous ammonia transfer hose requirements. The method of abatement is to use a transfer hoses with the etched, casted, or impressed markings at 5-foot interval or permanently install a nameplate with the required information as described in 29 CFR 1910.111(b)(8)(v).