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Standard Cited: 19100119 E03 VI Process safety management of highly hazardous chemicals.
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Inspection Nr: 314769704
Citation: 01006
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 09/29/2011
Initial Penalty: $7,000.00
Current Penalty:
Issuance Date: 09/12/2011
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 11
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0625700
Contest Date: 09/23/2011
Final Order: 07/19/2012
Emphasis:
| Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 07/19/2012 | 09/29/2011 | Serious | ||
| Penalty | Z: Issued | 09/12/2011 | $7,000.00 | 09/29/2011 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 006 Hazard: REFINERY
29 CFR 1910.119(e)(3)(vi): The process hazard analysis did not address human factors. The 2010 PHA for the Hydrocracker Unit did not ensure that human factors are considered as having a potential impact on safety and health. The employer violated this standard on or about May 12, 2011, when investigation indicated that there are not sufficient personnel in the Hydrocracker unit to adequately handle emergency situations if more than one unit is involved. Hydrocracker employees operate not only the Hydrocracker, but four other units as well. The 2010 PHA addressed the problem of too few employees during startup. MOC 201104100 addresses the number of employees available on start-up along with ten other PHA recommendations. It does not address the number of persons required to adequately handle an emergency or upset condition which arises during normal operations. It states there is no impact on safety and health. Pursuant to 29 CFR 1903.19(d), within 10 days, the employer must submit an abatement plan describing the actions it is taking to ensure that the management of change procedures assure that the impact of the change on safety and health is addressed prior to any change. The violation must be abated no later than 10 days from the receipt of this citation.