EPA v. Roy Farms, Inc.

Case summary

On April 12, 2023 Region 10 filed an expedited settlement agreement which both initiated and concluded an administrative action against Roy Farms, Inc. for violations of CAA 112(r) risk management program requirements. The Region alleged that Roy Farms, Inc., located in Moxee, Washington 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)

• Roy Farms, Inc.Named in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• ROY FARMS INC

  401 WALTERS RD, MOXEE, WA, 98936

  Registry ID: 110015399219

Statutes cited

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

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Roy Farms, Inc.entered 2023-04-12

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $2,000

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2023-03-21Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2023-04-12Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2023-04-12Enforcement Action Closed
• 2023-04-12Final Order Issued