EPA v. Univar Anchorage

Case summary

On March 3, 2023 Region 10 filed an expedited settlement agreement which both initiated and concluded an administrative action against Univar Solutions USA, Inc. for violations of CAA 112(r) risk management program requirements. The Region alleged that Univar Solutions USA, Inc., located in Anchorage, Alaska 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)

• Univar AnchorageNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (2)

• UNIVAR USA

  590 E 100TH AVE, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99515

  Registry ID: 110000491762

• UNIVAR USA

  590 E 100TH AVE, ANCHORAGE, AK, 99515

  Registry ID: 110000491762

Statutes cited

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

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• Univar Anchorageentered 2023-03-03

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $1,200

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2023-03-03Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2023-03-03Final Order Issued
• 2023-03-06Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2023-03-07Enforcement Action Closed