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Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100119 J04 I Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals.
Inspection Nr: 1186824.015
Citation: 01010
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 3
Initial Penalty: $12,675.00
Current Penalty: $10,900.50
Issuance Date: 04/19/2017
Nr Instances: 3
Nr Exposed: 6
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0729700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 05/10/2017
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 05/10/2017 | $10,900.50 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 04/19/2017 | $12,675.00 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 010 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.119(j)(4)(i): The employer did not perform inspection and tests on the following process equipment and piping: a) Propylene Oxide Bulk tank b) Propylene Oxide Day tank c) Propylene Oxide piping inspections Employees were exposed to release of volatile organic compounds (VOC)s to atmosphere that historically result in explosion, fire, and health hazards leading to injury and death to employees in the workplace.