EPA has determined that Respondent violated the Risk Management Program (RMP) regulations promulgated at 40 C.F.R. Part 68 under Section 112(r) of the Clean Air Act (CAA), as noted on the enclosed Risk Management Plan Inspection Findings and Alleged Violations Summary (“Summary”), which is hereby incorporated by reference. In consideration of the penalty assessment factors…...
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This year I have shared several videos of flammable liquid transfers that were done badly with serious consequences. To end the year on a positive note, this week’s video is one showing things going wrong and then the TRAINED WORKER steps in and uses his training to end the incident as well as could have…...
OSHA has cited a tank cleaning company $171,281 in penalties for confined space, fire, and explosion hazards. OSHA inspectors determined that the company allowed employees to enter a tank without testing for atmospheric hazards. The company was cited for allowing employees to use a non-explosion proof vacuum in a tank that transported a highly hazardous…...
This case involved a contractor working in a Chlor-Alkali Unit when there was a Cl2 leak. Six of the contractors had to go to the hospital due to exposure to Cl2 due to their inability to evacuate up-wind. There was a lot of factors in this case, but OSHA issued two citations: HAZCOM – as…...
A fairly common debate I have with folks is the “normal venting” and “emergency venting” requirements for “Inside Flammable Liquid Storage Tanks.” The bottom line…These tanks MUST be vented outside the building for normal and emergency venting, except for Class IIIB liquids. Tanks Inside Buildings (TINBIDS) requirements in Chapter 57 of the IFC become applicable…...
This is a recording of a live session that took place on October 30, 2018. The session was intended for refrigeration contractors & mechanics. The following was covered: Key findings of the Fernie Investigation Recommendations from the Investigation that pertain to owners/operators of ammonia refrigeration plants Open question & answer period… Membership Required You must...
This is a recording of a live session that took place on October 30, 2018. The session was intended for refrigeration contractors & mechanics. The following was covered: Key findings of the Fernie Investigation Recommendations from the Investigation that pertain to owners/operators of ammonia refrigeration plants Open question & answer period… Membership Required You must...
Recent technological advancements that employ computer-based controls of hazardous energy (e.g., mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, chemical, and radiation) conflict with OSHA’s existing lock-out/tag-out standard. These computer-based controls have become more prevalent as equipment manufacturers modernize their designs. Additionally, national consensus standards and international standards harmonization govern the design and use of computer-based controls. This approach of…...
MSDSonline has shared their LOI from OSHA regarding 16 well-crafted questions they submitted to OSHA regarding the GHS HAZCOM standard. Some of OSHA’s answers may be a wake-up call for some businesses who “import” chemicals and most will be surprised by who is an “importer” in the eyes of OSHA…. Membership Required You must be...
OSHA’s Regional Emphasis Program (REP) to reduce injuries, illnesses and fatalities related to workers’ exposures in fertilizer grade ammonium nitrate (FGAN) and agricultural anhydrous ammonia mixing/blending, storage, and distribution facilities has some very focused items for those facilities that store, handle, and dispense NH3 (29 CFR 1910.111). The standard applies to all facilities storing, handling,…...
1910.252(a)(2)(vii) Relocation of combustibles. Where practicable, all combustibles shall be relocated at least 35 feet (10.7 m) from the work site. Where relocation is impracticable, combustibles shall be protected with flameproofed covers or otherwise shielded with metal or asbestos guards or curtains…. Membership Required You must be a member to access this content.View Membership LevelsAlready a...
