Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100119 J02 Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals.
Inspection Nr: 1663647.015
Citation: 01005A
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $14,063.00
Current Penalty: $9,377.00
Issuance Date: 09/29/2023
Nr Instances: 2
Nr Exposed: 40
Abatement Date: 01/02/2024
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0215800
Contest Date:
Final Order: 11/01/2023
Related Event Code (REC):
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | P: Petition to Mod Abatement | 12/15/2023 | $9,377.00 | 01/02/2024 | Serious | |
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 11/01/2023 | $9,377.00 | 01/02/2024 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/29/2023 | $14,063.00 | 11/17/2023 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 005A Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.119(j)(2): The employer did not implement written procedures to maintain the on-going integrity of process equipment: a) On or about 4/5/2023, Throughout the Anhydrous Ammonia Refrigeration System, The employer had not performed any thickness testing or inspections on any of the associated piping or vessels, some of which date back to the 1950s. b) On or about 4/5/2023, Throughout the Anhydrous Ammonia Refrigeration System, The employer had not implemented an inspection system to address external corrosion on process piping, some of which dates back to the 1950s. Abatement documentation is required for these items.