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

29 CFR 1910.119(j)(4)(iii): The frequency of inspections and tests of process equipment was not consistent with applicable manufacturers' recommendations and good engineering practices, and more frequently if determined to be necessary by prior operating experience. The employer does not ensure the frequency of inspections and tests performed on process equipment to maintain its on-going mechanical integrity followed recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices. A. The violation occurred in the Fractionation Plant on or about April 17, 2014 and times prior thereto where employees were exposed to fire and explosion hazards when the employer failed to ensure that the frequency of inspections and tests were performed on process equipment and piping in accordance with RAGAGEP such as API 570 and the employer's mechanical integrity program. Identified process piping include but are not limited to: a. 16-HC-111-B1 (E-3185 De-ethanizer Reflux Chiller Pipe Circuit) b. 1359-141-A1-4 (E-3209 Pipe Circuit) c. Refinery Fuel Gas Line B. The violation occurred in the Fractionation Plant where employees were exposed to fire and explosion hazards when the employer failed to ensure the frequency of inspections and tests performed on process equipment and pressure vessels followed recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices such as API 510 and the employer's mechanical integrity program. Identified process vessels include but are not limited to PV-1223 (De-propanizer Column). Pursuant to 29 C.F.R. 1903.19, within ten (10) calendar days of the abatement date the employer must submit documentation showing it is in compliance with the standard, including describing the steps it is taking to ensure the frequency of inspections and tests performed on process equipment to maintain its on-going mechanical integrity followed recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices.