EPA v. TYSON FOODS, INC.

Case summary

10/20/05 - EXPEDITED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT ISSUED, ASSESSING A PENALTY OF $525, DUE WITHIN 15 DAYS. ALLEGED VIOLATIONS: RESPONDENT VIOLATED REGULATIONS IMPLEMENTING SECTION 112(r) OF THE CAA BY FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE 40 CFR SECTION 68. THE SPECIFIC ALLEGED VIOLATIONS CITED BELOW ARE RELEVANT TO THE ANHYDROUS AMMONIA AND IRON, PENTACARBONYL PROCESSES: FAILURE TO UPDATE AND REVALIDATE THE PROCESS HAZARD ANALYSIS AT LEAST EVERY 5 YEARS (40 CFR 68.67(f).

Defendants (2)

• ISP CHEMICALS, INC. (SB)Named in complaint
• TYSON FOODS, INC.Named in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (2)

• TYSON FARMS, INC.

  67240 MAIN STREET, BLOUNTSVILLE, AL, 35031

  Registry ID: 110000366112

• TYSON FARMS, INC.

  67240 MAIN STREET, BLOUNTSVILLE, AL, 35031

  Registry ID: 110000366112

Statutes cited

• CAA 112[R][7] — Prevention of Accidental Release/Risk Management Plans (RMPs)

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• TYSON FOODS, INC.entered 2005-10-20

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $525

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2005-10-20Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2005-10-20Final Order Issued
• 2005-11-03Enforcement Action Closed
• 2006-02-06Enforcement Action Data Entered