Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100119 J04 III Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals.
Inspection Nr: 1652377.015
Citation: 01003A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Corrected During Inspection
Initial Penalty: $7,685.00
Current Penalty: $7,838.00
Issuance Date: 06/20/2023
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 18
Abatement Date:
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0213900
Contest Date:
Final Order: 07/06/2023
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 07/06/2023 | $7,838.00 | Serious | ||
Penalty | Z: Issued | 06/20/2023 | $7,685.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.119(j)(4)(iii):The frequency of inspections and tests of process equipment to maintain its mechanical integrity, was not consistent with applicable manufacturer's recommendations and good engineering practices, or more frequently determined to be necessary by prior operating experience. (a) Building 1, trains 6/7 (Ethanothebaine crude wet process): On or about 12/22/22, the employer did not ensure that the annual inspection of vessel H-1024, including associated piping , was completed in accordance with it's established inspection interval, exposing employees to fire, explosion, and toxic hazards during operation.