Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100119 J02 Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals.
Inspection Nr: 1722534.015
Citation: 01009
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status:
Initial Penalty: $14,518.00
Current Penalty: $14,518.00
Issuance Date: 07/22/2024
Nr Instances: 7
Nr Exposed: 2
Abatement Date: 09/06/2024
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0317900
Contest Date: 08/19/2024
Final Order:
Related Event Code (REC): R
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | C: Contested | 10/28/2024 | $14,518.00 | 09/06/2024 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 07/22/2024 | $14,518.00 | 09/06/2024 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 009 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.119(j)(2): The employer did not establish or implement written procedures to maintain the on-going integrity of process equipment a) 1323 Conshohocken Rd. Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 - Tank Farm Areas: On or about January 22, 2024, the employer failed to establish and implement written procedures for conducting inspections and testing of the pressure vessels and storage tanks exposing employees to fire and explosion hazards. b) 1323 Conshohocken Rd. Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 - Tank Farm Areas: On or about January 22, 2024, the employer failed to establish and implement written procedures for conducting inspections and testing of the process piping systems, and associated piping components, used for the transfer of materials around the facility. c) 1323 Conshohocken Rd. Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 - Tank Farm Areas: On or about January 22, 2024 the employer failed to establish and implement written procedures for conducting inspections and testing on the relief valves installed in the various vessels in the tank farm. d) 1323 Conshohocken Rd. Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 - Gas House: On or about January 22, 2024, the employer failed to establish and implement written procedures for conducting inspections and testing on the deluge system. e) 1323 Conshohocken Rd. Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 - Gas House: On or about January 22, 2024, the employer failed to establish and implement written procedures for conducting inspections and testing on the halon system. f) 1323 Conshohocken Rd. Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 - Gas House and Warehouse: On or about January 22, 2024, the employer failed to establish and implement written procedures for conducting inspections and testing on the sprinkler system. g) 1323 Conshohocken Rd. Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 - Gas House: On or about January 22, 2024, the employer failed to establish and implement written procedures for conducting inspections and testing on the explosion system. Failure to develop written procedures for conducting testing and inspections of equipment can lead to undetected system degradation and ultimately the release of flammable liquids or gases exposing the employee to fire and explosion hazards.