EPA v. CS Beef Packers, LLC

Case summary

On October 28, 2022 Region 10 filed an expedited settlement agreement which both initiated and concluded an administrative action against CS Beef Packers, LLC for violations of CAA 112(r) risk management program requirements. The Region alleged that CS Beef Packers, LLC, located in Kuna, Idaho 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 $2,000.

Defendants (1)

• CS Beef Packers, LLCNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• CS BEEF PACKERS

  17365 S COLE RD, KUNA, ID, 83634

  Registry ID: 110066854425

Statutes cited

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

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• CS Beef Packers, LLCentered 2022-10-28

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $2,000

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2022-10-04Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2022-10-28Final Order Issued
• 2022-10-28Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2022-11-09Enforcement Action Closed