Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 004B Hazard:

29 CFR 1910.119(g)(2): Employer did not provide refresher training at least every three years, and more often, if necessary, to each employee involved in operating a process to assure that the employee understands and adheres to the current operating procedures of the process. Employer did not consult with employees involved in operating the process to determine the appropriate frequency of refresher training. a. Ammonia Handling Areas - On or about October 11, 2023, the employer failed to conduct refresher training for senior employees assigned to operate and maintain the ammonia system on the site-specific procedures for initial startup, normal operations and shutting down the system. Failure to train employees on the process equipment and its safe operation can lead to catastrophic failure and release of anhydrous ammonia and employee exposure to toxic, fire and explosion 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.