EPA v. Americold Logistics-Lynden WA

Case summary

On June 3, 2020 Region 10 filed an expedited settlement agreement which both initiated and concluded an administrative action against AmeriCold Logistics LLC for violations of CAA 112(r) risk management program requirements. The Region alleged that AmeriCold Logistics LLC failed to update their risk management plan at least every five years required in 40 CFR Part 68. Updated plans provide important information to emergency responders and planners that include accurate chemical quantities, emergency contacts and demonstrate operation and maintenance of the facility. The violation has been corrected. Under the terms of the agreement, the company paid a penalty of $1,200.

Defendants (1)

• Americold - Lynden 2340Named in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• VERSACOLD CASCADE COLD STORAGE INC

  406 2ND ST, LYNDEN, WA, 98264

  Registry ID: 110000575672

Statutes cited

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

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Americold Logistics-Lynden WAentered 2020-06-02

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $1,200

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2020-01-08Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2020-06-02Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2020-06-02Final Order Issued
• 2020-06-22Enforcement Action Closed