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

29 CFR 1910.119(f)(3): The operating procedures were not reviewed as often as necessary to assure that they reflect current operating practice, including changes that result from changes in process chemicals, technology, and equipment, or changes to facilities: The employer does not ensure operating procedures are reviewed as often as necessary to assure that they reflect current operating practice, including changes that result from changes in process chemicals, technology, and equipment, or changes to facilities. In the Zone 2/CAT Wickes Boiler Area the employer did not ensure written operating procedures for the Wickes Boiler Burner System were reviewed as often as necessary to assure that they reflected current operating practice. Identified errors include but not limited to: a) The amount of time the firebox is purged prior to attempting to light the pilot or after a failed burner lighting attempt. b) The level the gas control valve bypass valve is to be opened. c) The time the gas control valve bypass valve is allowed open before the burner lights. 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 that written operating procedures are reviewed as often as necessary to assure they reflect current operating practice, including changes that result from changes in process chemicals, technology, and equipment, or changes to facilities for the Wickes Boiler.