EPA v. Carolina Eastern Crocker

Case summary

Respondent is a feed and farm supply company. On September 27, 2012, a FIFRA inspection was conducted on behalf of EPA by a New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) inspector at locations in LeRoy and Stafford, New York. As per the FIFRA Container/Containment regulations, the owner or operator of a new or existing pesticide containment structure must initiate repair to any areas showing visible signs of damage and seal any cracks and gaps in the containment structure or appurtenances with material compatible with the pesticide being stored or dispensed no later than the end of the day on which damage is noticed and complete repairs within a time frame that is reasonable, taking into account factors such as the weather, and the availability of cleanup materials, trained staff, and equipment. The inspection revealed numerous cracks to the containment structure that the Respondent had not sealed or repaired and did not maintain records of monthly inspections and repairs made to the containment area as required by the regulations.

Defendants (1)

• Carolina Eastern CrockerNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• CAROLINA EASTERN CROCKER

  8610 MORGANVILLE RD, STAFFORD, NY, 14143

  Registry ID: 110024278967

Statutes cited

• FIFRA 12A2S — Violate Regulations Under 3(a) or 19

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Carolina Eastern Crockerentered 2013-12-12

  Primary law: FIFRA

  Federal penalty: $11,500

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2013-12-11Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2013-12-12Enforcement Action Closed
• 2013-12-12Final Order Issued
• 2013-12-17Enforcement Action Data Entered