Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100111 C02 I Storage and handling of anhydrous ammonia.
Inspection Nr: 901718.015
Citation: 01014
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Date: 11/07/2013 2
Initial Penalty: $4,900.00
Current Penalty: $6,700.00
Issuance Date: 10/09/2013
Nr Instances: 4
Nr Exposed: 3
Related Event Code (REC):
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0636900
Contest Date: 11/05/2013
Final Order: 06/20/2014
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | F: Formal Settlement | 06/20/2014 | $6,700.00 | 11/07/2013 | Serious | |
Penalty | C: Contested | 11/08/2013 | $4,900.00 | 11/07/2013 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 10/09/2013 | $4,900.00 | 11/07/2013 | Serious |
Text For Citation: 01 Item/Group: 014 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.111(c)(2)(i): Each filling connection was not provided with combination back-pressure check valve and excess-flow valve; one double or two single back-pressure check valves; or a positive shutoff valve in conjunction with either an internal back-pressure check valve or an internal excess flow valve. On or about April 17, 2013 and at times prior thereto, the employer did not ensure that anhydrous ammonia compressors and liquid and vapor filling/service lines had back pressure check valves and/or excess flow valves installed. a) At the north tank filling/servicing pump house b) At the north tank rail side filling/servicing lines c) At the south tank filling/servicing bonnet d) At the south filling/servicing island