Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100119 E03 VI Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals.
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Inspection Nr: 1656089.015
Citation: 01002C
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status:
Initial Penalty: $0.00
Current Penalty: $0.00
Issuance Date: 09/11/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 6
Abatement Date: 10/27/2023
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0316700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 10/05/2023
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 10/05/2023 | $0.00 | 10/27/2023 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/11/2023 | $0.00 | 10/27/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 002C Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.119(e)(3)(vi): The process hazard analysis did not address human factors. a. PHA - On or about March 13, 2023, the employer failed to evaluate human factors as it pertained to accessibility of process equipment that is not easily accessible as part of the PHA to determine and resolve conflicts for personnel required to access the compressors on the roof that have to climb over and crawl under piping and other equipment in order to reach the compressor EC3 for maintenance and emergency response. Failure to evaluate facility siting to address accessibility of process equipment and relief devices and systems can lead to catastrophic failure of pressure vessels, piping and employee exposure to struck by, toxic, fire, explosion, and hazards. Abatement certification required within 10 days after abatement date. The certification shall include a statement that abatement is complete, date and method of abatement, and states employees and their representatives were informed of this abatement.