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Standard Cited: 19100119 J04 II Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals.
Inspection Nr: 1729409.015
Citation: 01004
Citation Type: Other
Abatement Status: Not Completed - AD Discretion
Initial Penalty: $8,816.00
Current Penalty: $8,000.00
Issuance Date: 08/08/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 10
Abatement Date: 12/02/2024
Gravity: 5
Report ID: 0111400
Contest Date:
Final Order: 09/06/2024
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Substance: 0170
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 09/06/2024 | $8,000.00 | 12/02/2024 | Other | |
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 08/08/2024 | $8,816.00 | 08/22/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.119(j)(4)(ii): The inspection and testing procedures did not follow recognized and generally accepted good engineering practices. Location: Workplace production. On or about February 21, 2024, and at times prior, the employer failed to inspect or take actions to further evaluate or remediate: a) sections of uninsulated piping that exhibited signs of deterioration such as corrosion exposing employees to the hazard of ammonia inhalation. b) Valve inspection and maintenance to operate valves to assist in maintenance, repair and in an emergency situation; mitigate uncontrolled release and leaks exposing employees to the hazard of ammonia inhalation.