EPA v. AIRGAS USA LLC - PALMER (CAA 112r)

Case summary

On December 16, 2024 Region 10 filed an expedited settlement agreement which both initiated and concluded an administrative action Airgas USA LLC for violations of CAA ? 112(r) risk management program requirements. The Region alleged Airgas USA LLC located in Palmer, 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. According to EJScreen, this facility is located in an area of potential EJ concerns. Under the terms of the agreement, the company paid a penalty of $800.

Defendants (1)

• AIRGAS USA LLCNamed in complaintNamed in settlement

Facilities (1)

• AIRGAS PALMER

  60 COMMERCIAL DR, PALMER, AK, 99645

  Registry ID: 110070524901

Statutes cited

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

Enforcement conclusions (1)

• AIRGAS USA LLC - PALMER (CAA 112r)entered 2024-12-16

  Primary law: CAA

  Federal penalty: $800

Timeline (4 milestones)

• 2024-08-06Enforcement Action Data Entered
• 2024-12-16Final Order Issued
• 2024-12-16Complaint Filed/Proposed Order
• 2025-01-07Enforcement Action Closed