Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 003A Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.119(f)(1)(i)(A): The employer's written operating procedures covering the steps for each operating phase did not address initial startup. The employer's written operating procedures covering the steps for each operating phase do not address initial startup. In the Zone 2/CAT Wickes Boiler Area the employer did not ensure the written operating procedures covered steps for each operating phase including initial startup such as but not limited to: a) The length of time in which the gas can flow to the boiler burner without the burner lighting. b) A description of how much the main gas valve can be opened or what the maximum pressure should/can be at the inlet to the burner. c) The length of time the firebox is to be purged of gas prior to or after a failed burner lighting attempt. d) The maximum gas pressure at the inlet to the gas train on the boiler burner. e) The use of natural/purchased gas versus refinery gas. Employees were exposed to fire and explosion hazards from potential releases of fuel gas and other flammable liquids or gasses. 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 written operating procedures covered steps for each operating phase including initial startup.