EPA v. Chaucer Foods, Inc.

Case summary

On February 24, 2023 Region 10 filed an expedited settlement agreement which both initiated and concluded an administrative action against Chaucer Foods, Inc. for violations of CAA 112(r) risk management program requirements. The Region alleged that Chaucer Foods, Inc., located in Forest Grove, Oregon 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. Under the terms of the agreement, the company paid a penalty of $1,200.

Defendants (1)

• Chaucer Foods, Inc.Named in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• CHAUCER FOODS

  2238 YEW ST, FOREST GROVE, OR, 97116

  Registry ID: 110070082915

Statutes cited

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

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Chaucer Foods, Inc.entered 2023-02-24

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $1,200

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2022-10-04Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2023-02-24Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2023-02-24Final Order Issued
• 2023-03-07Enforcement Action Closed