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DISCHARGER REPORT (ERNS DATA)
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State: ALL
Report ID: ALL
Year: ALL
Substance Type: All
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Year: 1987
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/07/1987 Time: 0825
Street: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS INC
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS INC
Street: P.O.BOX 1, LA HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MONO-ISOPROPYL AMINE CHRIS Code: IPP CAS: 77531
Amount spilled: 700 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 20037
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
RELIEF VALVE VALVE OPENED PREMATURED, DID NOT RESEAL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/02/1988 Time: 1200
City: State: NY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
City: State: NJ Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIESEL FUEL CHRIS Code: ODS
Amount spilled: 15 GAL or 105 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 51349
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Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CREEK 95-9 GILDERSLEEVE CREEK
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
FUEL STORAGE TANK ON TRUCK/UNKNOWN
Action taken-
CONTAINED WITH SLUICE GATES/SORBENT BOOMS IN STREAM
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/15/1988 Time: 0000
Street: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
City: MANCHESTER State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: UNKNOWN
City: MANCHESTER State: PA Zip:
County: YORK D & B Number:
Substance spilled: FLUORINE CHRIS Code: FXX CAS: 778241
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 221531
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
FAULTY VALVE
Miscellaneous-
THIS INCIDENT HAPPENED @ 12/15/88 - 1/5/89. REPORTER CLAIMS BAD HEALT H
EFFECTS DUE TO EXPOSURE TO CHEMICALS, ALSO COMPANY FAILED TO R EPORT REL
EASE. RELEASE ALLEGED TO EXCEED RQ DURING THE TIME PEROID.
Action taken-
NONE REPORTED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/05/1988 Time: 1831
City: State: SC Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Street: OLD PELZER
City: PIEDMONT State: SC Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ETHYL ACRYLATE CHRIS Code: EAC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 70813
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TANK/UNK
Miscellaneous-
30 CALLS FROM PEOPLE COMPLAINING OF IRRITATION-EYE AND RESPIRATORY DEPT
OF HEALTH WILL BE CALLED. AIR PRODUCTS HAS ADMITTED NO RELEASE
Action taken-
HAZMAT TEAM ON-SCENE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/03/1989 Time: 0355
City: State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Street: HWY 90
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: VINYL CHLORIDE CHRIS Code: VCM
Amount spilled: 200 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 103160
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
LEAKING GASKET ON PVC REACTOR
Action taken-
CO IS LOWERING TEMPERTURE AND PRESSURE IN REACTOR;ARE PREPARING TO EMPTY
REACTOR
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/24/1989 Time: 0201
City: State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: HIGHWAY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: VINYL CHLORIDE CHRIS Code: VCM
Amount spilled: 50 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 104519
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
LEAKING VALVE ON A REACTOR/UNKNOWN
Miscellaneous-
0530 - TIME THAT THE RELEASE STOPPED REFER TO REPORT #4231
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/30/1990 Time: 1535
Street: HWY 90
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 467
City: PENSACOLA State: FL Zip: 32592
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 70 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 163899
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
UREA PLANT / POWER FAILURE CAUSED A RELEASE INTO THE ATMOSPHERE
Miscellaneous-
RELEASE LASTED FOR APPROXIMATELY 5 MINUTES
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/05/1990 Time: 0820
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: VINYL CHLORIDE CHRIS Code: VCM
Amount spilled: 400 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 166982
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
VINYL CHLORIDE FILTER / DUE TO A RUPTURE IN A WELD ON THE TOP OF THE FIL
TER.
Action taken-
FILTER WAS BLOCKED IN AND A VACUUM SYSTEM WAS EMPLOYED TO CONTAIN MUCH O
F THE RELEASE.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/11/1990 Time: 1005
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: TRIMETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: TMA
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 179716
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
DISTILLATION COLUMN / DUE TO AN OVERPRESSURIZATION IN THE UNIT.
Action taken-
SHUT THE UNIT DOWN.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/06/1990 Time: 1540
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MONOMETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 184979
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TANK TRUCK / BLOWN GASKET
Miscellaneous-
CAPACITY OF TANK TRUCK IS 30,000 LBS. CALLER DOES NOT THINK TRUCK WAS FI
LLED TO MAX.
Action taken-
RELEASE IS ONGOING. HAZMAT TEAM TRYING TO SECURE SOURCE.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/06/1990 Time: 1300
Street: SANTA FE RR (713)641-7190
City: HOUSTON State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEM INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 12291
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67277
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIMETHYLCYCLOHEXYLAMINE CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 300 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 159664
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Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: GROUND AND CONTAINER
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
A DRUM WITHIN A CONTAINER / DRUM DEVELOPED A LEAK BECAUSE OF A NAIL
Miscellaneous-
RELEASED MATERIAL IS DIMETHYLCYCLOHEXYLAMINE
Action taken-
IT CORP CLEANED AND RECOVERED THE MATERIAL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/05/1990 Time: 1630
Street: 2201 SOUTH RIDGE RD.
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEM INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 2201 SOUTH RIDGE RD.
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: PYRIDINE AND PIPERDENE CHRIS Code: PRD
Amount spilled: 3,600 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 161404
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
RUPTURE DISK FAILED ON A REACTOR
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/27/1990 Time: 1500
Street: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL HWY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: VINYL CHLORIDE CHRIS Code: VCM
Amount spilled: 2 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 163707
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
NO. 3 PVC REACTOR / CATALYST REACTED DUE TO UNKNOWN CAUSE.
Action taken-
MATERIAL VENTED FROM THE REACTOR PUMP UNTIL FINISHED. NO RESPONSE NECESS
ARY. CAUSE IS BEING INVESTIGATED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/16/1990 Time: 0140
Street: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL HWY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: VINYL CHLORIDE CHRIS Code: VCM
Amount spilled: 1 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 165150
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
WEEP HOLE ON A RUPTURE DISK / RUPTURE DISK BLEW.
Miscellaneous-
CALLER DESCRIBED QUANTITY AS 'LESS THAN ONE POUND'
Action taken-
WILL REPAIR THE EQUIPMENT.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/14/1990 Time: 1114
Street: DILLONS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: PIPERAZINE CHRIS Code: PPZ
Amount spilled: 5 GAL or 46 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 158177
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR AS WELL AS CONT. AREA
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
1 1/2 INCH TRANSFER LINE / FLANGE GASKET FAILED.
Miscellaneous-
MATERIAL CRYSTALIZED DUE TO TEMPERATURE CHANGE.
Action taken-
STOPPED TRANSFER, EASED PRESSURE ON LINE.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/28/1990 Time: 1110
Street: BILLINGS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: CHLORINE CHRIS Code: CLX
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 173715
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
CHLORINE BOTTLE / DISC FAILED ON SAFETY VALVE
Action taken-
FIRE DEPT. PLUGGED SAFETY AND CAPPED BOTTLE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/26/1990 Time: 1030
Street: 76 TRUCKSTOP INTERSECTION OF I-77 AND I-81
City: WYTHESVILLE State: VA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: UNKNOWN MATERIAL CHRIS Code: UNK
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 181302
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Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ASPHALT
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TRACTOR TRAILER/DRIPPING FROM TRAILER DUE TO UNKNOWN CAUSE
Miscellaneous-
RELEASE IS ON GOING. MATERIAL IS DRIPPING AT A SLOW RATE. TRAILOR CONTAI
NS 8 DIFFERENT PRODUCTS, UNSURE WHICH IS LEAKING.
Action taken-
CONTRACTOR EN ROUTE TO PERFORM CLEANUP.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/08/1990 Time: 0915
Street: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DRIVE
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILITON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: SULFURIC ACID CHRIS Code: SFA
Amount spilled: 211 GAL or 3,235 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 171586
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: T
Waterway/other: DRAIN > WATER TREATMENT FACILITY
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
SULFURIC ACID TANK / TRANSFERING FROM 1 TANK TO ANOTHER-HOSE WAS LEFT ON
THE LINE WITH THE VALVE OPEN
Action taken-
MATERIAL WAS CONTAINED AND NEUTRALIZED. USED SODA ASH IN THE POND. CONTI
NUOUS MONITOR OF THE PH LEVEL OF THE PRODUCT.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/02/1990 Time: 1330
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 351 RD 1
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip: 18252
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: WASTE MATERIAL D002, D004 CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 150 GAL or 1,250 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 184781
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CONCRETE DIKE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TRANSFER SYSTEM ON SCRUBBER/ CAUSE IS UNDER INVESTIGATION
Action taken-
MATERIAL WAS CONTAINED IN CONCRETE DIKE. LIQUID WAS PUMPED INTO RECOVERY
DRUMS
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/30/1990 Time: 0800
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACT.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: WASTE WATER WITH TOLUENE AND ACI CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 20 GAL or 167 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 187555
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: DITCH
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
WASTE WATER TRANSFER LINE/ VALVE DEVELOPED A LEAK
Action taken-
DIKED THE DITCH AND ARE COLLECTING THE MATERIAL IN A VACUUM TRUCK
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/17/1990 Time: 1340
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACT.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: WASTEWATER (K111 & K112) CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 1,000 LBS ; 1,000 LBS in water
ERNS Report ID: 189127
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SUMP > DRAIN SYSTEM > GROUND
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
WASTEWATER SYSTEM / CHECK-VALVE FAILED DURING MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY TX WATER COMMISSION, COUNTY POLLUTION CONTROL, LOCAL EMERGEN
CY PLANNING COMMITTEE.
Action taken-
AREA WAS FLUSHED DOWN. SUMP WAS DRAINED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/09/1990 Time: 1255
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DNT WASTEWATER (K111) CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 1,250 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 157740
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: GRAVEL & SOIL
Transport Mode: PIPELINE RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
APPROX 4" PIPELINE / FLANGE FAILURE ON THE PIPELINE CAUSED THE LEAK.
Action taken-
NEUTRALIZED AND FLUSHED MATERIAL TO THE COMPANIES WASTE WATER TREATMEN S
YSTEM.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/24/1990 Time: 2200
Street: 1423 HWY 225 COMPANY FACILITY NITRIC ACID PLANT
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NITRIC ACID CHRIS Code: NAC
Amount spilled: 2,000 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 162796
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
MATERIAL SPILLED WHEN LEAK DEVELOPED IN PIPE FLANGE AT FACILITY.
Miscellaneous-
CALLER INTENDS TO CALL HARRIS COUNTY POLL. CONT. AND TX WC.
Action taken-
MATERIAL CONTAINED AND NEUTRALIZED WITH SODA ASH. PIPING SHUT DOWN TO EN
D LEAK. PIPING IS NOW UNDER REPAIR.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/19/1991 Time: 1045
Street: SOLKATRONIC
City: MORRISVILLE State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: SOLKATRONIC
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 351 PHILADELPHIA AVE.
City: MORRISVILLE State: PA Zip:
County: BUCKS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: SILICON TETRACHLORIDE CHRIS Code: STC CAS: 1002604
Amount spilled: 5 GAL or 62 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 229912
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: T Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
CONTAINER VALVE CONTAINER VALVE BROKE DURING TRANSFER OPERATION.
Miscellaneous-
PADER INCIDENT NOTIFICATION REPORT ATTACHED.
Action taken-
VALVE REPAIRED, MATERIAL CLEANED UP.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/05/1991 Time: 1030
Street: FOLSOM BLVD AND AERO JET ROAD
City: RANCHO CORDOBA State: CA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Deaths: Injuries: 1
Substance spilled: OIL: DIESEL CHRIS Code: ODS
Amount spilled: 40 GAL or 280 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 227041
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: DIRT
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
FUEL LINE DELIVERY TRUCK / ACCIDENT
Miscellaneous-
DRIVER RAN OFF ROAD AND WAS TAKEN TO LOCAL HOSPITAL
Action taken-
MATERIAL WAS COLLECTED AND THE DIRT EXCAVATED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/11/1991 Time: 0400
Street: HWY 190 & 96
City: JASPER State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS INC.
Number of people evacuated: 50
Substance spilled: DIMETHYLAMINOPROPYLAMINE CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 230975
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ASPHALT
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TRACTOR TRAILER / UNKNOWN
Miscellaneous-
SHERIFF DEPT WILL EVACUATE A HALF MILE AREA. A LOCAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL H
AS BEEN CANCELED.
Action taken-
CONTRACTOR EN ROUTE.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/21/1991 Time: 0800
Street: 1010 ZEPHYR ST
City: STOCKTON State: CA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1010 ZEPHYR ST
City: STOCKTON State: CA Zip: 95206
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL, MISC: LUBRICATING CHRIS Code: OLB
Amount spilled: 25 GAL or 188 lbs ; 25 GAL in water
ERNS Report ID: 201321
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NORTH LITTLE JOHNS CREEK
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TURBINE OIL COOLER/ LEAK IN THE OIL COOLER
Action taken-
BOOM HAS BEEN DEPLOYED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/22/1991 Time: 0915
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MIXED HIGHER GLYCOLAMINES CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 200 GAL or 1,666 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 201468
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CLAY AND SAND
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
LOADING TANK TRUCK / OVERFILLED TANK
Action taken-
MATERIAL WAS CONTAINED. PUMPED MATERIAL INTO A PROCESS TANK.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/21/1991 Time: 2115
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: MTA
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 221920
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
BLOWN FLANGE GASKET ON AMMONIA FEED PUMP
Miscellaneous-
NO OFF SITE IMPACT
Action taken-
DILUTED THE AREA WITH WATER; OPERATOR WITH CHEMICAL SUIT BLOCKED IN SUCT
ION AND DISCHARGE VALVE OF THE PUMP TO SECURE THE RELEASE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/30/1991 Time: 1000
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 226174
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
DISCHARGE VALVE ON A FEED PUMP / PACKING FAILURE
Miscellaneous-
RELEASE LASTED FOR 5 MINUTES
Action taken-
BLOCKED IN THE PUMP.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/11/1991 Time: 2100
Street: HIGHWAY 90 FACILITY
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ALCOHOL CHRIS Code: MAL
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
Substance spilled: DIMETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: DMA
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 227615
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PROCESS GAS LINE/FIRE AND LEAK DUE TO UNKNOWN CAUSE
Miscellaneous-
WILL REPORT BACK WITH AN ESTIMATE OF QUATITY OF MATERIAL RELEASED.
Action taken-
FIRE CREW EXTINQUISHED FIRE. PLANT BEING DE-PRESSURIZED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/05/1991 Time: 1715
Street: US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 230213
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: PIPELINE RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PRESSURIZED LINE / HOLE IN LINE
Action taken-
DEPRESSURIZED EQUIPMENT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/09/1991 Time: 2145
Street: 4575 HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 467
City: PENSACOLA State: FL Zip: 32592
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NITRIC ACID CHRIS Code: NAC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 233780
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK / LEAKING
Action taken-
HAS NEUTRALIZED WITH SODA ASH
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/17/1991 Time: 1000
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEM INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 12291
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67277
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 4,4'METHYLENE DIANILINE CHRIS Code: MDB
Amount spilled: 9 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 204663
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR > SOIL
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
THERMAL PLUG ON TANK TRUCK / OVERHEATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STEAM HEAT T
ANK TRUCK
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY KS DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENT. REPORT MADE AS A PR
ECAUTIONARY MEASURE
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/01/1991 Time: 0300
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 1,8-DIAZABICYCLO (5.4.0) UNDECEN CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 219780
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: EARTHEN DIKE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TANK/ OVERFILLED
Action taken-
RECOVERING LIQUID MATERIAL AND PLACING INTO DRUMS AND WILL REMOVE CONTAM
INATED SOIL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/01/1991 Time: 0400
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 250 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 226471
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK/ FAILED RELIEF VALVE
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/27/1991 Time: 0730
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: TIPPERDINE CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 8 LBS
Substance spilled: WASTE WATER CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 2,000 GAL or 16,660 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 229367
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: DITCH
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
WASTE WATER SUMP / PUMP FAILURE
Action taken-
RECOVERING WATER WITH VAC TRUCK AND EXCAVATING CONTAMINATED SOIL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/19/1991 Time: 1200
Street: HIGHWAY 95 PROCESS PLANT
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS CHRIS Code: PCB
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 215080
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK / UNKNOWN
Action taken-
TANK WAS PUMPED EMPTY AND SOIL REMOVED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/14/1991 Time: 1200
Street: HWY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHANOL CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 11,000 LBS ; 11,000 LBS in water
ERNS Report ID: 224921
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ON-SITE TREATMENT PLANT
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
LEAK IN PROCESS UNIT / MALFUNCTION OF EQUIPMENT
Miscellaneous-
LOCAL LEPC, KY DIV. OF WATER, DES, ERC.
Action taken-
LEAK OCCURRED ONLY ON THE 14TH; LEAK STOPPED AND MATERIAL DIVERTED TO AN
OTHER TREATMENT POND
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/19/1991 Time: 1200
Street: HWY 95 @ PROCESSING PLANT
City: CALVERT State: KY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Street: P O BOX 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029-
County: MARSHALL D & B Number:
Substance spilled: PCB OIL CHRIS Code: PCB CAS: 1267411
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 224158
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode:
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: T
Event Description-
REMOVED AN UNDERGROUND STORAGE TANK AND DISCOVERD THAT IT WAS LEAKING TA
NK CAPACITY 900 GALS
Miscellaneous-
FACILITY IS PUMPIMG TANK EMPTY AND REMOVING CONTAMINATED SOIL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/09/1991 Time: 0900
Street: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DRIVE
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DRIVE
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 2,000 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 233800
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: UNKNOWN (NRC), UNKNOWN (NRC)
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
UNKNOWN SOURCE AND CAUSE
Miscellaneous-
CALLER STATED THAT COMPANY IS INVESTIGATING A POSSIBLE RELEASE. UPDATED
AT 1444 EST GIVING A QUANTITY.
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/22/1991 Time: 1315
Street: 3790 HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1 3790 HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 204648
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
AMMONIA COLUMN / DUE TO A RELIEF VALVE FAILURE.
Action taken-
SECURED THE PLANT AND USED A WATER CURTAIN TO KNOCK DOWN VAPORS. SECURED
THE LEAK BY DEPRESSURIZING THE COLUMN. VALVE WILL BE REPLACED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/20/1991 Time: 0430
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1 3790 HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: DEN
Amount spilled: 10,000 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 218422
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CONTAINMENT AREA
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK OVERFILLED
Action taken-
MATERIAL IS CONTAINED WITHIN A DIKED AREA. MATERIAL WILL BE PUMPED OUT.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/20/1991 Time: 2105
Street: BILLINGS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: TENTANE CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 1 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 201300
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
DABCO PROCESSING TANK/ LEAKING GASKET
Action taken-
SEALED THE HATCH AND TIGHTENED THE GASKET
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/01/1991 Time: 0715
Street: BILLINGS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DOWTHERM CHRIS Code: DTH
Amount spilled: 1 GAL or 9 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 205353
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CONTAINMENT DIKE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
BURNER PUMP / DUE TO A SEAL FAILURE.
Action taken-
SECURED THE PUMP FOR REPAIRS AND PUMPED OUT THE CONTAINMENT DIKE.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/29/1991 Time: 0835
Street: PETRO TRUCK STOP ON I-95 EXIT 109A
City: ELKTON State: MD Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MATERIAL IS 30% ETHYLENE GLYCOL CHRIS Code: EGL
Amount spilled: 1 OTH
ERNS Report ID: 216080
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
55 GALLON DRUMS IN A TRAILER / UNKNOWN
Miscellaneous-
DRIVER DISCOVERED MATERIAL LEAKING FROM TRAILER. OTH = QUART.
Action taken-
HIRED IT CORP FOR CLEAN UP.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/12/1991 Time: 2235
Street: BILLINGS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGS PORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIPHENYLOXIDIE CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 2 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 217634
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ASPHALT
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
HEATER PLUG BLEW OUT WHILE CLEANING.
Action taken-
SORBENT MATERIALS USED TO REMOVE MATERIAL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/31/1991 Time: 1707
Street: ROUTE 144
City: GLENMONT State: NY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ROUTE 144
City: GLENMONT State: NY Zip: 12077
County: D & B Number:
Deaths: Injuries: 1
Substance spilled: OXYGEN, LIQUIFIED CHRIS Code: OXY
Amount spilled: 20,000 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 236405
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
WORKMEN WERE GOING TO REPLACE A VALVE ON A STORAGE TANK THOUGHT TO BE EM
PTY AND WHEN THEY OPENED THE VALVE / RELEASE OCCURRED
Miscellaneous-
1 EMPLOYEE WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL. A 1/2 MILE RADIUS WAS EVACUATED.
Action taken-
P/D AND F/D IS ONSCENE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/02/1991 Time: 2145
Street: HOMETOWN FACILITY RD 1
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 351 RD 1
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip: 18252
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AQUEUS HYDROGEN CHLORIDE WASTE W CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 150 GAL or 1,250 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 239260
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CONCRETE SURFACE ABOVE TANK
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
WASTE STORAGE TANK/OVERFLOW DUE TO OPERATOR ERROR
Miscellaneous-
STRENGTH OF MATERIAL WAS 0.015%
Action taken-
AREA DIKED, CONTENTS OF TANK BEING REMOVED BY CONTRACTOR, PILLOWS USED T
O COLLECT MATERIAL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/06/1991 Time: 1200
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NICKEL BROMIDE CHRIS Code: NBR
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 230292
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
BOILER / VENTING TO ATMOSPHERE
Miscellaneous-
RELEASE OCCURED OVER A 24 HR PERIOD.
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/11/1991 Time: 0530
Street: P.O. BOX 3326 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: P.O. BOX 3326 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: VINYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: VAM
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 237458
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CONCRETE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK OVERFILLED DUE TO GAUGE FAILURE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY LFD, TX ACB, TX WC, AND HCPCD
Action taken-
CONTAINED WITHIN COMPANY CONTAINMENT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/11/1991 Time: 0530
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225 POB 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: VINYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: VAM
Amount spilled: 5,900 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 237468
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CONTAINMENT DIKE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK / LEVEL INDICATOR FAILED.
Miscellaneous-
THE SPILL WAS FULLY CONTAINED INSIDE THE DIKED AREA.
Action taken-
SECURED THE TANK AND PUMPED IT DOWN. THE CONTAINMENT DIKE WAS PUMPED INT
O AN ON SITE WASTE WATER DISPOSAL SYSTEM.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/30/1991 Time: 1100
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACT.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 2,4-DINITROTOLUENE CHRIS Code: DTT
Amount spilled: 10 GAL or 115 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 208505
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: T
Waterway/other: CONCRETE FLOOR AND SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
HOLE IN TRANSFER PIPE (WITHIN FACILITY) DUE TO CORROSION
Action taken-
MATERIAL CLEANED USING SHOVELS AND PLACED IN DRUMS. PIPE REPLACED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/12/1991 Time: 2300
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACT.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 2,4-DINITROTOLUENE CHRIS Code: DTT
Amount spilled: 100 LBS ; 100 LBS in water
ERNS Report ID: 217855
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: GROUND > DRAINAGE DITCH
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
LOADING VALVE ON THE LOADING PLATFORM WAS ACCIDENTALLY LEFT OPEN.
Miscellaneous-
SPILL CONTAINED ON THE FACILITY.
Action taken-
THE MATERIAL SPILLED ON THE GROUND AND IN A DITCH AND THEN IT SOLIDIFIED
. THE MATERIAL WAS RECOVERED AND DRUMMED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/30/1991 Time: 0830
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: WASTE WATER CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 17,000 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 236188
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
WASTE WATER PUMP/EXPANSION JOINT FAILURE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY TEXAS AIR CONTROL BOARD, STATE WATER BOARD, COUNTY POLLUTION
CONTROL BOARD
Action taken-
PUMPING STANDING FLUID BACK INTO SYSTEM, WILL EXCAVATE THE SOIL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/28/1991 Time: 2155
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ALCOHOL CHRIS Code: MAL
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 241246
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TURBO DRYER / PROCESS UPSET
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/08/1991 Time: 1430
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTSMANUFACTURING
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 2,4-DINITROANILINE CHRIS Code: DNT
Amount spilled: 10 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 217321
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: T
Waterway/other: CONCRETE DITCH
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TANK/ LOSS OF POWER DUE TO STORM CAUSED PUMPS TO FAIL AND TANK TO OVERFL
OWED
Action taken-
MATERIAL CONTAINED IN CONCRETE DITCHS IN THE PLANT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/29/1991 Time: 1200
Street: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL, INC.
City: ROANOKE State: VA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL, INC.
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 102 WEST SIDE BLVD.
City: ROANOKE State: VA Zip:
County: ROANOKE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ETHLENE GLYCOL MONOETHYL ETHER CHRIS Code: EGE CAS: 11080
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 259340
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK FATIGUE TO TANK STRUCTURE
Action taken-
MATERIAL REMOVED FROM TANK, MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ON TANK.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/20/1992 Time: 1200
Street: 1515 NORMAN AVE
City: SANTA CLARA State: CA Zip: 95054-
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1515 NORMAN AVE
City: SANTA CLARA State: CA Zip: 95054-
County: SANTA CLARA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: LUBE OIL CHRIS Code: OLB
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 296196
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: T Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: T
Event Description-
WASTE WATER PIPE CRACK IN PIPE, SOIL CONTAMINATION
Action taken-
FURTHER SITE INVESTIGATION NEEDED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/29/1992 Time: 1300
Street: 2330 SOUTH ALAMEDA ST
City: LONG BEACH State: CA Zip: 90810-
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 2330 SOUTH ALAMEDA ST
City: LONG BEACH State: CA Zip: 90810-
County: LOS ANGELES D & B Number:
Substance spilled: SOIL CONTAMINATION CHRIS Code: UNK
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 292636
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: UNKNOWN (EPA REGIONS)
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
POSSIBLE UST (REMOVED - 3 YEARS AGO DURING EXCAVATION OF TRUCK SCALE PIT
, MAT'L FOUND
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/04/1992 Time: 1105
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 467 ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NITRIC ACID CHRIS Code: NAC
Amount spilled: 500 GAL or 6,200 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 250179
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL AND HOLDING POND
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
FILTER GASKET FAILURE
Action taken-
MATERIAL WAS REMOVED TO HOLDING POND
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/06/1992 Time: 1000
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 272401
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
REACTOR/ GASKET FAILURE
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/29/1992 Time: 0950
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MONOMETHYL AMINES CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 275354
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
3" LOADING LINE/ GASKET FAILURE
Action taken-
WATER SPRAY TO KEEP VAPOR DOWN AND MATERIAL IS BEING CONTAINED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/15/1992 Time: 1200
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Deaths: Injuries: 2
Substance spilled: DIMETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: DMA
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 277748
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK RELIEF VALVE/LEAKED
Miscellaneous-
2 EMPLOYEES WERE HOSPITALIZED
Action taken-
STOP OPERATIONS
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/04/1992 Time: 1925
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 290661
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
VALVE ON AMMONIA FEED/FAULTY PACKING
Action taken-
CLOSED OFF THE VALVE.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/15/1992 Time: 0137
Street: 4575 HWY 90
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS COMPANY
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 4575 HWY 90
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Deaths: Injuries: 1
Substance spilled: DIMETHYLETHANOLAMINE CHRIS Code: DMB
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 277746
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: UNKNOWN (NRC), UNKNOWN (NRC)
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
UNKNOWN//UNKNOWN
Miscellaneous-
01 PERSON WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL FOR CHEMICAL INHALATION.
Action taken-
CLEANUP IS IN PROGRESS
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/01/1992 Time: 1936
Street: AIR PRODUCTS LOCATED JUST SOUTH OF THE CONRAIL P
LANT IN PORTAGE, IN
City: PORTAGE State: IN Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
City: PORTAGE State: IN Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: PROPANE CHRIS Code: PRP
Amount spilled: 0 NON
ERNS Report ID: 255587
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
SMELLS PROPANE GAS COMING FROM THE AIR PRODUCTS COMPANY
Miscellaneous-
CALLER CALLED OVER TO AIR PRODUCTS AND THEY TOLD HIM THEY WERE C
LEANING OUT THEIR TANKS AND THE SMELL WOULD DISSIPATE SHORTLY
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/04/1992 Time: 1000
Street: 6601 S. RIDGE RD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEM INC
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 6601 S RIDGE RD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
County: SEDGWICK D & B Number:
Substance spilled: CORROSIVE HAZ WASTE/ D002/WASTE CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 4,100 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 293711
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: UNDERGROUND INJECTION WELL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
WASTEWATER / OPERATIONAL ERROR. WASTE WATER LINE/ACCIDENTALLY PUMPED WAS
TE INTO A DEEP WELL
Action taken-
ONCE DISCOVERED, CHANGED FROM PUMPING INTO WELL TO PUMPING INTO HOLDING
TANK.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/14/1992 Time: 0650
Street: 3790 LA HWY 30
City: ST GABRIEL State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: POB 1
City: ST.GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MONOETHANOLAMINE CHRIS Code: MEA CAS: 14143
Amount spilled: 16 LBS
Substance spilled: DIETHANOLAMINE CHRIS Code: DEA CAS: 11142
Amount spilled: 50 LBS
Substance spilled: ETHANOL CHRIS Code: EAL
Amount spilled: 41 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 254531
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FITTING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
SEPARATION COLUMN/LEAKING SEPARATION COLUMN / LEAKING
Miscellaneous-
RELEASE WAS SECURED AT O725 ON 14 FEB 92 WILL CALL LA DEQ
Action taken-
NONE - RELEASE HAS BEEN SECURED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/11/1992 Time: 1250
Street: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DR
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DR
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
County: ORLEANS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 766441
Amount spilled: 120 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 296748
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FITTING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
FLASH DRUM / OVERPRESSURIZED FLASH DRUM / OVERPRESSURIZED
Action taken-
RELEASE HAS BEEN STOPPED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/09/1992 Time: 1135
Street: POB 1 3790 LA HIGHWAY 30
City: ST GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 1 3790 LA HIGHWAY 30
City: ST GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MONOISOPROPANOLAMINE CHRIS Code: MPA CAS: 7896
Amount spilled: 47 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 296353
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
RELIEVE VALVE FAILED / UNKNOWN CAUSE RELIEF VALVE FAILED/UNKNOWN CAUSE
Action taken-
CALLER ESTIMATED SPILL AT 100 LBS. HAVE ANOTHER RELIEF VALVE IN SERVICE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/13/1992 Time: 1450
Street: 3790 HIGHWAY 30
City: ST GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 1 3790 LA HIGHWAY 30
City: ST GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: DEN CAS: 10989
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
Substance spilled: ETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: EAM CAS: 7504
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
Substance spilled: TRIETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: TEN CAS: 12144
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 296763
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CONCRETE&WASTEWATER CONTAINMNT
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: VALVE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
STEAM VALVE / FAILED STEAM VALVE / FAILED
Action taken-
WATER SPRAYED ON MOST OF RELEASE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/18/1992 Time: 2320
Street: 3790 HWY 30
City: SAN GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 3790 HWY 30
City: SAN GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 766441
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 289311
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: PUMP
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
STORAGE PUMP SEAL FAILED, LEAKED AMMONIA STORAGE PUMP SEAL FAILED, LEAKE
D AMMONIA
Action taken-
BLOCKED THE PUMP AND DILUTED THE AMMONIA WITH WATER.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/02/1992 Time: 0050
Street: BILLINGSTORG RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGSTORG RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMINE VAPORS CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 293923
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
OXIDIZER FLAME WENT OUT/UNKNOWN
Miscellaneous-
OXIDIZER HAS BEEN RELIT
Action taken-
INSTRUMENT TECHNICIAN IS REPAIRING OXIDIZER
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/09/1992 Time: 1100
Street: I-84 EXIT 99
City: MOUNTAIN HOME State: ID Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NITROGEN, LIQUEFIED CHRIS Code: NXX
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 261637
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
CARGO TANK / LEVEL GAUGE BROKE
Miscellaneous-
HIGHWAY WAS SHUT DOWN FOR 1.5 HOURS
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/03/1992 Time: 2137
Street: OFF OF RT 54 & RT.309
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip: 18252
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: BOX 351 RD #1
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip: 18252
County: SCHUYLKILL D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ANHYDROUS HYDROGEN FLORITE CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 210 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 265147
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
HF SUPPLY SYSTEM HF SUPPLY SYSTEM/VALVE FAILURE
Action taken-
NEUTRALIZED AREA AND WASHED DOWN AREA WITH WATER. RUN OFF WENT TO A CONT
AINED AREA
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/06/1992 Time: 1530
Street: 2301 NORTH UNIVERSITY AVE
City: LUBBOCK State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILITON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ETHYLENE GLYCOL CHRIS Code: EGL
Amount spilled: 55 GAL or 459 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 269136
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: GRAVEL & ASPHALT
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
COOLING SYSTEM / RUPTURED LINE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY TWC
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/13/1992 Time: 1000
Street: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
City: SPARROW'S POINT State: MD Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD.
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195-1501
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 766441
Amount spilled: 1,000 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 271413
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
SAFETY VALVE SAFETY VALVE LEAK
Miscellaneous-
RELEASED BETWEEN 100 TO 1000 PDS., BUT LESS THAN 1000 LBS
Action taken-
NONE; AIR RELEASE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/15/1992 Time: 0855
Street: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DRIVE AIR PRODUCTS NEW ORLEANS FACILITY
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILITON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 766441
Amount spilled: 213 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 289280
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: RAILROAD
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: HOSE
Source Code: TANK CAR
Event Description-
RAILCAR BEING FILLED WHEN VALVE ON DISCHARGE HOSE MALFUNCTIONED RAILCAR
BEING FILLED WHEN VALVE ON DISCHARGE HOSE MALFUNCTIONED
Miscellaneous-
THE RELEASE LASTED FOR ABOUT 15 MINUTES
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/11/1992 Time: 1340
Street: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DR
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILITON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 125 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 295093
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
AMMONIA FLASH DRUM/TURBINE FAILURE
Action taken-
TURBINE HAS BEEN REPAIRED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/26/1992 Time: 1015
Street: STATE RT. 28 NORTH
City: CREIGHTON State: PA Zip: 15030-
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL CORP.
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: STATE RT. 28 NORTH
City: CREIGHTON State: PA Zip: 15030-
County: ALLEGHENY D & B Number:
Substance spilled: COMPRESSOR OIL CHRIS Code: OTH
Amount spilled: 200 GAL or 1,668 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 266857
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ALLEGHENY RIVER
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
OIL DEMISTER ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, OVER-PRESSURIZED
Action taken-
SORBENTS AND RECOVERY DAM USED. CLEANUP CONTRACTOR HIRED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/10/1992 Time: 0230
Street: INTERSECTION OF RT. 13 & RT. 413
City: WESTOVER State: MD Zip: 18195-1501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL, INC.
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD.
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195-1501
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Deaths: 0 Injuries: 1
Substance spilled: OXYGEN, LIQUIFIED CHRIS Code: OXY
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 267836
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: T Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TANK TRUCK TRUCK SWERVED TO AVOID OBJECT CAUSING ROLL-OVER
Miscellaneous-
RT 13 CLOSED FOR 5-6 HRS. STATE POLICE & LOCAL AUTHORITIES ON SCENE. DRI
VER RECEIVED MINOR INJURIES. ESTIMATE ON DAMAGES IS UNKNOWN.
Action taken-
INTENTIONALLY DUMPED LOAD AFTER ACCIDENT. HAZMAT TEAM DISPATCHED. TRAILE
R SECURED SHORTLY AFTER ACCIDENT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/18/1992 Time: 1543
Street: ROUTE 53090 & RT. 53060
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip: 18252
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: P.O. BOX 351 RD# 1
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip: 18252
County: SCHUYLKILL D & B Number:
Substance spilled: FLUORINE CHRIS Code: FXX CAS: 778241
Amount spilled: 20 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 260360
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
COMPRESSOR/UNKNOWN CAUSE
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/19/1992 Time: 0415
Street: ROUTE 55060
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: POB 351 RD NO. 1
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip: 18252
County: SCHUYLKILL D & B Number:
Substance spilled: FLUORINE CHRIS Code: FXX CAS: 778241
Amount spilled: 116 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 288469
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED, FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TUBE TRAILER VALVE WAS OPENED.
Action taken-
VALVE WAS SHUT.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/03/1992 Time: 1245
Street: INTERSTATE 12
City: BATON ROUGE State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEM INC
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Deaths: 0 Injuries: 2
Substance spilled: HYDROGEN, LIQUEFIED (STANDARD CU CHRIS Code: HXX CAS: 133374
Amount spilled: 500 OTH
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 261765
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: VALVE
Source Code: TANK
Event Description-
TANK TRUCK / VALVE VIBRATED OPEN TANK TRUCK/ VALVE VIBRATED OPEN
Miscellaneous-
INTERSTATE WAS CLOSED DOWN FOR 2 HOURS. 1 EMPLOYEE WAS ADMITTED WITH 1ST
AND 2ND DEGREE BURNS. THE OTHER EMPLOYEE WAS TREATED AND RELEASED.
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/13/1992 Time: 0020
Street: 115 SOUTHERN OXYGEN RD
City: GREENSBORO State: NC Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEM INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ETHYLENE GLYCOL CHRIS Code: EGL
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 271540
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: T
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TRACTOR/SHORT IN WIRING CAUSED FIRE.
Miscellaneous-
THIS IS ONLY A SUSPECTED RELEASE. CALLER DOES NOT KNOW FOR CERTAIN T
HAT A RELEASE WAS INVOLVED. TRUCK WAS FOUND W/O ANTIFREEZE
Action taken-
INVESTIGATING INCEDENT.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/27/1992 Time: 1715
Street: 403 CARLINE RD
City: LANGLEY State: SC Zip: 29834
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 403 CARLINE RD
City: LANGLEY State: SC Zip: 29834
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: N-BUTYL ACRYLATE CHRIS Code: BTC
Amount spilled: 500 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 267704
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK/OVERFLOW DUE TO FAILURE IN CALIBRATING DEVICE
Action taken-
REMOVED EXCAVATED SOIL & PLACED IN DRUMS FOR DISPOSAL, USED ORGANIC V
APOR CLEANER TO DETECT CONTAMINATED SOIL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/02/1992 Time: 1215
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASDENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASDENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA VAPOR CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 264541
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
VAPORLIZER/MATERIAL LEAKED OUT
Action taken-
LOWER PRESSUE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/15/1992 Time: 0903
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225 POB 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: MTT
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
Substance spilled: METHYL ALCOHOL CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 6756
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 284642
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: T
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
VENTING TO THE FLARE FOR MAINTENANCE WORK TO A BOILER VENTING TO THE FLA
RE FOR MAINTENANCE WORK TO A BOILER
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/24/1992 Time: 1200
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: SULFURIC ACID (72%) CHRIS Code: SFA CAS: 801495
Amount spilled: 16,000 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 255879
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: TANK OR CONTAINER
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK/PRESSURE GAUGE FAILURE STORAGE TANK/ PRESSURE GAUGE FAILURE
Action taken-
NEUTRALIZE AND FLUSH TO WASTE WATER TREATMENT FACILITY
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/25/1992 Time: 0845
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: SULFURIC ACID CHRIS Code: SFA CAS: 801495
Amount spilled: 100 GAL or 1,533 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 260229
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: TANK OR CONTAINER
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK/ LEAKED FROM OVERFLOW PIPE STORAGE TANK / LEAKED FROM OVERF
LOW PIPE
Action taken-
MATERIAL WAS CONTAINED AND IN PROCESS OF NUETRALIZING MATERIAL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/11/1992 Time: 1910
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: SULFURIC ACID (98%) CHRIS Code: SFA
Amount spilled: 100 GAL or 1,533 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 257815
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK/TANK WAS OVERFILLED.
Miscellaneous-
WILL CALL FD, TACB, TWC, AND COUNTY POLLUTION CONTROL.
Action taken-
BLOCKED IN THE FILL LINE. SODA ASH USED TO NEUTRALIZE THE SPILL. S
UMP PUMP IS PUMPING MATERIAL INTO ANOTHER TANK.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/19/1992 Time: 1050
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: EAST PASADENA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 2,4-DINITROTOLUENE CHRIS Code: DTT CAS: 12114
Amount spilled: 25 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 259829
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: IMPROPER VALVE HANDLING
Source Code: PLANT PIPING
Event Description-
LOAD LINE VALVE WAS LEFT OPEN LOAD LINE VALVE WAS LEFT OPEN
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY LFD, TX WCB, AND TX ACB
Action taken-
MATERIAL IS CONTAINED WITHIN DRY DITCH
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/22/1992 Time: 1315
Street: DAVISON RD
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: SULFURIC ACID CHRIS Code: SFA
Amount spilled: 200 GAL or 3,066 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 270531
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: PIPELINE RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
4" TRANSFER LINE/SOMEONE RAN OVER THE LINE WITH A TRACTOR
Miscellaneous-
WILL CALL FD, TWC, HARRIS COUNTY.
Action taken-
IN PROCESS OF CONTAINING AND NEUTRALIZING SPILL.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/22/1992 Time: 1500
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DINITROTOLUENE (MOLTEN) CHRIS Code: DNM CAS: 2532114
Amount spilled: 15 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 285408
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CONCRETE PAD
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: IMPROPERLY SECURED FLANGE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
4 INCH LINE / BROKEN FLANGE 4 INCH LINE / BROKEN FLANGE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NTFY F/D, TWC, AND CO PCD
Action taken-
AUSTIN CONTRACTORS WILL PERFORM CLEANUPS
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/16/1992 Time: 1600
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 2,4-DINITROTOLUENE CHRIS Code: DTT CAS: 12114
Amount spilled: 38 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 297328
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
STORM WATER PIPE / UNKNOWN STORM WATER PIPE/UNKNOWN
Miscellaneous-
WILL CALL LEPC, HARRIS COUNTY, AND TWC.
Action taken-
EXCAVATED THE SOIL AROUND THE PIPING. TAKEN SAMPLES OF THE SOIL.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/18/1992 Time: 1645
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA TX State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG CORP
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA TX State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: TOLUENE 2,4-DIISOCYANATE CHRIS Code: TDI CAS: 2647162
Amount spilled: 2 GAL or 20 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 252100
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: TANK OR CONTAINER
Source Code: PRODUCTION
Event Description-
VESSEL OVERFLOW/LEVEL CONTROLLER MALFUNCTIONED. VESSEL OVERFLOW/LEVEL CO
NTROLLER MALFUNCTIONED
Action taken-
CONTAINED ON SITE, WILL BE REWORKED INTO SYSTEM
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/10/1992 Time: 1200
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG CORP
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METALLIC NICKEL CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 261884
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
2 BOILERS/ EMMITTED THRU STACK DUE TO OPERATING CONDITIONS
Miscellaneous-
DATE OF RELEASES 07DEC91, 15-17,20,21,27,28JAN92, 07,09,10-12,14-16,19,2
4MAR92. ESTIMATED 100-300 LBS RELEASED ON EACH DATE. WILL NTFY TACB.
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/22/1992 Time: 1035
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG CORP
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: TOLUENEDIAMINE WASTE WATER CHRIS Code: TDA
Amount spilled: 200 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 270507
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: GRAVEL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
WASTE WATER PUMP / JOINT FAILED
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY TWC
Action taken-
WILL REMOVE MATERIAL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/27/1992 Time: 1215
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG CORP
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 2,6-DINITROTOLUENE CONTAMINATED CHRIS Code: DNL CAS: 60620
Amount spilled: 85 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 277289
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: T Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SUBSURFACE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: IMPROPER MAINTENANCE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
GROUND WATER RECOVERY WELLS/NOT TAKEN OUT/SER.WHEN PUMPS WERE GROUND WAT
ER RECOVERY WELLS/NOT TAKEN OUT SER. WHEN PUMPS WERE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY TWC
Action taken-
WATER WAS TRANSFERRED TO A SUMP
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/17/1992 Time: 1745
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG CORP
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 2,6-DINITROTOLUENE WASTE WATER CHRIS Code: DNL CAS: 60620
Amount spilled: 5 GAL or 54 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 284869
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: IMPROPER OPERATION
Source Code: TANK
Event Description-
TANK TRUCK/OVERPRESSURIZATION CAUSED WATER TO VENT FROM TRUCK TANK TRUCK
/OVERPRESSURIZATION CAUSED WATER TO VENT FROM TRUCK
Miscellaneous-
WILL CALL FIRE DEPT, TWC
Action taken-
PUMPED MATERIAL ONTO A CONTAINMENT PAD WASHED DOWNTHE AREA
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/12/1993 Time: 1538
Street: 7635 PLANTATION ROAD
City: ROANOKE State: VA Zip: 24019
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 9 PEDDLERS ROAD
City: CHRISTIANA State: DE Zip: 19702
County: NEW CASTLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ETHYLENE GLYCOL CHRIS Code: EGL CAS: 10721
Amount spilled: 3 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 319430
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TANK TRUCK TANK TRUCK/ RUPTURED RADIATOR
Action taken-
USED ABSORBED AND COLLECTED MATERIAL.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/25/1993 Time: 2110
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 327731
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
RELIEF VALVE ON AN UNKNOWN PIECE OF EQUIPMENT/LEFT OPEN
Action taken-
RELIEF VALVE WAS CLOSED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/13/1993 Time: 0515
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NITRIC ACID (70% OR LESS) CHRIS Code: NCD
Amount spilled: 726 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 330347
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
ACID UNIT/TRIPPED OFF AND OPENED DRAIN
Action taken-
DIKED OFF AREA/FLUSHED WITH WATER AND SODA ASH TO NEUTRALIZE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/05/1993 Time: 1010
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
County: SEDGWICK D & B Number:
Substance spilled: CYCLOHEXYLAMINE CHRIS Code: CHA CAS: 10891
Amount spilled: 3 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 352005
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
FACILITY IS A CHEMICAL MANUFACTURER / LOADING ARM FLANGE LEAKED. A LOADI
NG BOOM AT THE FACILITY HAD A FLANGE LEAK
Action taken-
ABSORBENTS WILL BE USED TO SOAK UP MAT'L.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/09/1993 Time: 0815
Street: 14700 INTERCOASTAL DR
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 14700 INTERCOASTAL DR
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 200 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 307564
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
AMMONIA FLASH DRUM/PLANT SHUT DOWN
Miscellaneous-
CALLER WILL NOTIFY DEQ
Action taken-
DRUM WAS DEPRESSURED AND REMAINING MATERIAL TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER C
ONTAINER
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/07/1993 Time: 0948
Street: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DR
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DR
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
County: ORLEANS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 766441
Amount spilled: 400 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 320226
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK / RELIEF VALVE TRIGGERED/ CAUSE UNKNOWN STORAGE TANK / RELI
EF VALVE TRIGGERED CAUSE UNKNOWN
Action taken-
NONE / MATERIAL DISSIPATED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/02/1993 Time: 1425
Street: BILLINGSPORT RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGSPORT RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DOWTHERM CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 6 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 324434
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
SEAL ON A PUMP/SEAL FAILED
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/16/1993 Time: 0846
Street: BILLINGSPORT RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGSPORT RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: GLOUCESTER D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMINES CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 324969
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: RAILROAD
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
RAIL TANK CAR / VAPORS RELEASED DURING CLEANING HEATING WATER & OPENING
HATCH TO SEE IF CAR WAS CLEAN
Miscellaneous-
THIS WAS NOT AN INTERCHANGE CAR/ TANK CAR WAS USED FOR STORAGE OF PRODUC
T AT THE FACILITY
Action taken-
TANK CAR CLOSED UP/
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/17/1993 Time: 0815
Street: P.O. BOX 351
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: P.O. BOX 351
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip:
County: SCHUYLKILL D & B Number:
Substance spilled: POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE CHRIS Code: PTH CAS: 131058
Amount spilled: 45 GAL or 765 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 329580
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: IMPROPER OPERATION
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
SPECIAL FILL AREA TANK FARM VALVE TO THE SIGHT GLASS WAS CLOSED
Miscellaneous-
COMPANY SENT FOLLOW-UP LETTER TO AGENCY, DATED MAY 18, 1993.
Action taken-
PUMP IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF- MATERIAL WAS CONTAINED WITHIN DIKED AREA AND
SPILL PILLOWS WERE USED TO ABSORB THE SPILL.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/31/1993 Time: 1150
Street: BUSINESS RT. 30 & WHITFORD ROAD
City: WHITFORD TWP. State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
City: READING State: PA Zip:
County: BERKS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: LUBE OIL CHRIS Code: OLB
Amount spilled: 2 GAL or 15 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 342171
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TRUCK LEAK UNKNOWN CAUSE
Action taken-
FIRE DEPT ON SCENE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/08/1993 Time: 1550
Street: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DR
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILITON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 200 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 304182
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
REFRIGERATION COMPRESSOR SYSTEM / OVERPRESSURIZED
Action taken-
RELEASE HAS BEEN STOPPED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/28/1993 Time: 0430
Street: 12465 HWY 70 EAST
City: CONVENT State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILITON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ETHYLENE GLYCOL CHRIS Code: EGL CAS: 10721
Amount spilled: 23 GAL or 192 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 324845
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: GRAVEL AND SHELL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FITTING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
RUPTURE DISK ON VAPORIZER /PREMATURE FAILURE RUPTURE DISK ON VAPORIZER /
PREMATURE FAILURE
Action taken-
VAPORIZER BYPASSED / MATERIAL WAS RECOVERED WITH APUMP
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/09/1993 Time: 0500
Street: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL, INC.
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195-1501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL, INC.
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD.
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195-1501
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Substance spilled: HALON 1301 CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 1,820 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 310092
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: T
Event Description-
HALON FIRE FIGHTING SYSTEM ACCIDENTAL RELEASE WHILE TESTING THE SYSTEM
Miscellaneous-
LESS THAN 20 FACILITY PERSONNEL WERE EVACUATED FROM THE BUILDING
Action taken-
PERSONNEL REMOVED FROM BUILDING
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/09/1993 Time: 1600
Street: RT. 72
City: GRAYLING State: MI Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: D & B Number:
Deaths: 1 Injuries:
Substance spilled:
Amount spilled: 0
ERNS Report ID: 304192
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ASPHALT AND TREES
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
DRIVER OF EMPTY HAZMAT CARRIER HAD A HEARTATTACK AND RAN OFF THE ROAD
Miscellaneous-
DRIVER OF THE TRUCK HEART ATTACK AND THE ACCIDENT
Action taken-
POLICE ARE ON SCENE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/08/1993 Time: 1500
Street: RESERVOIR RD
City: SPARROWS POINT State: MD Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 1,500 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 325145
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
AMMONIA CHILLER / UNKNOWN
Action taken-
RELEASE HAS BEEN STOPPED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/09/1993 Time: 0000
Street: 555 DEBCO DRIVE
City: E. MANCHESTER State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: UNSPECIFIED
City: E. MANCHESTER State: PA Zip:
County: YORK D & B Number:
Substance spilled: POTASSIUM HYDROXIDE SOL. 8% CHRIS Code: PTH CAS: 131058
Amount spilled: 5 GAL or 85 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 330205
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: UNKNOWN (EPA REGIONS)
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
NOT SPECIFIED CHEMICAL SPILL - UNKNOWN CAUSE
Miscellaneous-
PADER INCIDENT NOTIFICATION REPORT ATTACHED.
Action taken-
UNKNOWN
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/18/1993 Time: 0700
Street: NY STATE THRUWAY NEAR THE CANAAN TOLL BOOTH
City: CANNAN State: NY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195-1501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ETHYLENE GLYCOL CHRIS Code: EGL
Amount spilled: 2 GAL or 19 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 348356
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ASPHALT
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
A COMPANY TRUCK RUPTURED A COOLANT HOSE
Action taken-
ABNSORBENTS WERE USED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/09/1993 Time: 0000
Street: AIR PRODUCTS FACILITY/DOCK
City: MIDDLESEX TWP. State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS, INC.
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: UNSPECIFIED
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip:
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Substance spilled: HYDROGEN CHLORIDE CHRIS Code: HDC CAS: 764701
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 308772
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
CHEMICAL RELEASE ON DOCK
Miscellaneous-
PADER INCIDENT NOTIFICATION ATTACHED.
Action taken-
UNKNOWN
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/19/1993 Time: 0800
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASDENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASDENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: TOLUENEDIAMINE CHRIS Code: TDA
Amount spilled: 12 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 320048
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PRODUCT LINE / FLANGE LEAK
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY STATE
Action taken-
ISOLATED LEAK AND WILL REMOVE PRODUCT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/25/1993 Time: 1540
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: TOLUENEDIAMINE CHRIS Code: TDA CAS: 82340
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 320810
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FITTING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
TDA UNIT / SPENT DUE TO UNIT UPSET TDA UNIT/SPENT DUE TO UNIT UPSET
Action taken-
SECURED UNIT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/19/1993 Time: 1300
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASDENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NITROGEN TETROXIDE CHRIS Code: NOX CAS: 1010244
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 766441
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 352984
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FITTING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
NITRIC ACID UNIT / THE UNIT SHUT DOWN AND RELEASED MATERIAL NITRIC ACID
UNIT / THE UNIT SHUT DOWN AND RELEASED MATERIAL
Miscellaneous-
THE DURATION OF THE RELEASE WAS 5-7MIN / WILL CALL STATE
Action taken-
SHUT UNIT DOWN
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/25/1993 Time: 0050
Street: HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501-3326
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501-3326
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: MTT CAS: 7920
Amount spilled: 1,330 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 303527
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FITTING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
VENT BLOWER / EQUIPMENT FAILURE VENT BLOWER / EQUIPMENT FAILURE
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/17/1993 Time: 1630
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURIN
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 766441
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 342225
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
AUXILIARY VAPORIZER / VENTED DUE TO A GASKET FAILURE BFAUXILIARY VAPORIZ
ER//VENTED DUE TO A GASKET FAILURE
Action taken-
GASKET WAS DEPRESSURIZED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/10/1993 Time: 1815
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: SULFURIC ACID CHRIS Code: SFA CAS: 801495
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 322476
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SAND AND CONCRETE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: PUMP
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
PAD SUMP PIT / PUMP FAILED PAD SUMP PIT / PUMP FAILED
Miscellaneous-
WILL CALL TACB, TWC, CTY POLL CTRL
Action taken-
MATERIAL WAS CONTAINED, NEUTRALIZING SPILL, WILL REMOVE SOIL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/01/1993 Time: 1300
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NITROUS OXIDE CHRIS Code: NTO
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 324218
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
INCINERATOR / MATERIAL RELEASED DURING REGENERATION OF CATALYST BED
Miscellaneous-
WILL NTFY TACB / TWC / LOCAL CG
Action taken-
NONE / MATERIAL DISSIPATED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/26/1993 Time: 2255
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: SULFURIC ACID CHRIS Code: SFA CAS: 801495
Amount spilled: 100 GAL or 1,533 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 334988
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ASPHALT
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: PIPELINE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
FACILITY PIPING RUPTURED DUE TO FATIGUE ON STRIPPER COLUMN FACILITY PIPI
NG RUPTURED DUE TO FATIGUE ON STRIPPER COLUMN
Miscellaneous-
WILL CALL TX ACB & TCWC, AND COUNTY POLLUTION CONTROL
Action taken-
PRODUCT CONTAINED IN RUN OFF POND. NEUTRALIZING PRODUCT. WILL PUMP THROU
GH AFFLUENT SYSTEM.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/20/1993 Time: 1325
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 2,6-DINITROTOLUENE CHRIS Code: DNL CAS: 60620
Amount spilled: 5 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 352990
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SHELL-ROCK, 20 SQ FEET
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: TANK OR CONTAINER
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
LOADING FILTER CANNISTER, LEAKED DUE TO CORROSION LOADING FILTER CANISTE
R//LEAKED DUE TO CORROSION
Action taken-
CANISTER WAS DEPRESSURIZED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/23/1994 Time: 0030
Street: 229 E 22ND ST
City: BAYONNE State: NJ Zip: 07002
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Substance spilled: OIL: DIESEL CHRIS Code: ODS
Amount spilled: 30 GAL or 210 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 360776
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CONCRETE
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TANK TRUCK/SADDLE TANK RELEASED MATERIAL DUE TO UNKNOWN CAUSES
Action taken-
MATERIAL RELEASED WHILE ON THE ROAD TRAVELING TO BAYONNE/RESPONSE TEAM O
N SCENE/FIRE DEPT IS CLEANING THE OFF SIGHT AREAS
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/20/1994 Time: 1055
Street: HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEM INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 382588
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
A REFORMER BURNER WENT OUT
Miscellaneous-
THE RELEASE LASTED FOR ABOUT 3 MINUTES
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/03/1994 Time: 0715
Street: PACE PLANT HWY 90
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 459
City: PENSACOLA State: FL Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MONOMETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: MSZ
Amount spilled: 200 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 370263
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
VALVE ON MIX TANK / OVERPRESSURIZED SYSTEM
Miscellaneous-
THE DURATION OF THE RELEASE WAS APPROX 2 MIN /
Action taken-
OPENED BY PASS
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/15/1994 Time: 1330
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ETHYLENE GLYCOL CHRIS Code: EGL
Amount spilled: 25 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 359827
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
COMPRESSOR/ENGINE JACKET WATER TANK OVERFLOWED DUE TO A WATER LINE LEFTO
PEN BY EMPLOYEE
Miscellaneous-
AREA AFFECTED:2 FT X 8 FT
Action taken-
ISOLATED SPILL WITH GRAVEL/SORBENTS USED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/18/1994 Time: 1047
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: DEN
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 363776
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ON SITE CHEMICAL SEWER
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
RELIEF VALVE/VALVE RELEASED MAT'L DUE TO UNKNOWN CAUSES
Miscellaneous-
CALLER HAD NO OTHER INFORMATION
Action taken-
SECURED RELEASE/CONTAINED MAT'L WITHIN CHEMICAL SEWER/MAT'L WILL BE TREA
TED AT ON SITE WASTE WATER FACILITY.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/21/1994 Time: 0835
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 368301
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
RELIEF VALVE ON AN AMMONIA VAPORIZOR/UNIT WAS OVERPRESSURIZED RELEASING
THE MATERIAL
Action taken-
BLOCKED IN THE SOURCE OF THE PRESSURE/DEPRESSURIZED THE VSL SECURING THE
RELEASE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/10/1994 Time: 1150
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 376797
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: COOLING TOWER
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
COOLING SYSTEM/TUBE FAILED RESULTING IN RELEASE
Miscellaneous-
UPPER LIMIT TO RELEASE 500 POUNDS/WILL NOTIFY:STATE
Action taken-
SECURED LEAK
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/10/1994 Time: 0057
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 388621
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
NO.2 AMINE UNIT COLUMN//VENTED DUE TO A RELIEF VALVE LIFTING
Miscellaneous-
RELEASE LASTED FOR 1-2 MINUTES
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/19/1994 Time: 1935
Street: HWY 90 AMMONIA METHANOL PLANT
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: HWY 90
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ALCOHOL CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 1,168 GAL or 7,662 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 406457
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
2" PIPE// LEAK IN LINE
Miscellaneous-
UPDATE 2-7-95 APPROX. 1168 GALLONS OF METHANOL WAS SPILLED ON THE GROUND
AS A RESULT OF 3 INCH PIPELINE FAILURE. SOME OF THE MAT. EVAPORATED THE
REMAINDER WAS FLUSHED WITH WATER & DEACTIVATED IN THE PRODUCTION AREA.
Action taken-
UNKNOWN AMOUNT RELEASED// BELIEVE TO BE LESS THAN 5000 LBS RQ/ RELEASE H
AS BEEN SLOWED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/09/1994 Time: 1930
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 406582
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
NO 2 UNIT RELIEF VALVE/WEEPED
Action taken-
LOWERED COLUMN PRESSURE/SHUT UNIT DOWN/RELEASE LASTED 6 MINUTES
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/02/1994 Time: 0955
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MONOMETHYLENE ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 412156
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PACKING GLAND ON MMA ANHYDROUS TANK TRAILER//PACKING OR FLANGE FAILURE
Miscellaneous-
KNOCKING DOWN MATERIAL WITH WATER
Action taken-
MAX AMOUNT RELEASED 500 LBS//RELEASE STILL ONGOING//LESS THAN 100 LBS RE
LEASED//TRYING TO SECURE RELEASE//OFF LOAD MATERIAL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/03/1994 Time: 1122
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHOXYISOPROPYLAMINE CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 30 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 412166
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: T
Event Description-
GASKET CRACKED ON A SIGHT GLASS TO AN AMMONIA COLUMN
Miscellaneous-
UPDATE:THE CHEMICAL PLANT MANUFACTURES METHANOL, NH3,CO2, MONOMETHYL. TH
ERE WAS A 10 MINUTE DURATION OF RELEASE AT FACILITY.
Action taken-
PUT WATER MIST TO KEEP DOWN THE VAPORS/BLOCKED IN THE SIGHT GLASS AND MA
DE REPAIRS
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/07/1994 Time: 0916
Street: US HWY 90 E
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: US HWY 90 E
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 412245
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
BULLS EYE BLEW OUT ON VAPORIZER//UNKNOWN
Action taken-
DURATION OF RELEASE 1 MINUTE//CLLD 911 AND STATE//ISOLATED LINE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/20/1994 Time: 1010
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA GAS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 413035
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
AMMONIA SYNTHSIS UNIT//UNKNOWN
Action taken-
WORKING TO STOP RELEASE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/05/1994 Time: 0933
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIMETHYLMAINE CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
Substance spilled: TRIMETHYLMAINE CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
Substance spilled: MONOMETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 421322
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PROCESS LINE/FLANGE LEAK
Action taken-
RELEASE IS ONGOING/HAZMAT TEAM ON SCENE/ISOLATED AREA
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/25/1994 Time: 1610
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
County: SEDGWICK D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYLENE DIANILINE CHRIS Code: MDB CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 15 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 402608
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
DRAIN LINE PLUGGED OVERFLOWED. DRAIN LINE PLUGGED / PRODUCT OVER FLOWED
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY KDHE. CALLED KDHE, CATHY COLGLAZIER WILL FOLLOW UP.
Action taken-
SECURED DISCHARGE; RECOVERED DISCHARGE PRODUCT.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/03/1994 Time: 1310
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE CITIZEN
Street: 6601 SOUTH RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
County: SEDGWICK D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 4,4 METHYLENE DIANILINE CHRIS Code: MDB CAS: 10177
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 374298
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: RAILROAD
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TANK CAR / PRESSURE VALVE OPENED. PRV ON RAIL TANK CAR / VALVE OPENED DU
E TO UNKNOWN REASONS. RAIL CAR WAS STANDING ALONE IN FACILITY YARD.
Miscellaneous-
WILL CALL STATE
Action taken-
AREA ISOLATED. NO MATERIAL ESCAPED FACILITY. MATERIAL CONTAINED AND RECO
VERED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/24/1994 Time: 1500
Street: HWY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: D & B Number:
Number of people evacuated: 6
Substance spilled: VINYL CHLORIDE CHRIS Code: VCM
Amount spilled: 5 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 355587
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PROCESS TANK/GASKET FAILURE
Miscellaneous-
ALL EVACUATIONS WERE TO EMPLOYEES
Action taken-
TRANSFERED CONTENTS TO ANOTHER TANK
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/04/1994 Time: 1700
Street: HWY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 300 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 375455
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
REFRIDGERATION UNIT AT A PLANT/LEAKING SEAL ON COMPRESSOR
Action taken-
LEAK SECURED/PROBLEM CORRECTED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/27/1994 Time: 1430
Street: 12465 HWY 70 EAST
City: CONVENT State: LA Zip: 70723
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 12465 HWY 70 EAST
City: CONVENT State: LA Zip: 70723
County: ST. JAMES D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ETHYLENE GLYCOL CHRIS Code: EGL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 147 GAL or 1,363 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 385009
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FITTING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
HEAT EXCHANGE UNIT / DISK RUPTURED, CAUSING SPILL HEAT EXCHANGE UNIT/DIS
K RUPTURED CAUSING SPILL
Miscellaneous-
MAT'L WAS 10 % SOLUTION/
Action taken-
PUMPS USED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/13/1994 Time: 2115
Street: 12465 HWY 70 EAST AIR SEPARATION PLANT
City: CONVENT State: LA Zip: 70723
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 12465 HWY 70 EAST
City: CONVENT State: LA Zip: 70723
County: ST. JAMES D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ETHYLENE GLYCOL CHRIS Code: EGL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 466 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 386455
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SHELL AND STONE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
RUPTURED DISK FROM HEAT EXCHANGER RUPTURED DISK FROM HEAT EXCHANGER
Miscellaneous-
MAKING DESIGN CHANGES TO SYSTEM. 93 LBS RECOVERED AS OF CALL. LA STATE P
OLICE REPORT NO. 94-2193
Action taken-
REPLACING RUPTURE DISK/SYSTEM SECURED/PLANT PERSONNEL/PUMPING IT OUT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/19/1994 Time: 1955
Street: HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIELLE State: LA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMINE CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 21 LBS
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 42 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 392424
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: PUMP
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
VENT SEPARATOR PUMP/LEAKED DUE TO A SEAL FAILURE VENT SEPARATOR PUMP//LE
AKED DUE TO A SEAL FAILURE
Action taken-
ISOLATED PUMP
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/28/1994 Time: 1310
Street: BILLINGSPORT RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGSPORT RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: CHROMIC ACID CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 364941
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
OLD SUMP/MATERIAL WAS DISCOVERED DUE TO DEMOLITION WORK
Action taken-
RELEASE BELIEVED TO BE GREATER THAN 10 LBS/WILL REMEDIATE THE SOIL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/03/1994 Time: 0030
Street: BILLINGSPORT RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGSPORT RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: GLOUCESTER D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMINES CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 414536
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: T
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
SAFTEY LINE PROCESS LINE//LINE WAS BLOCKED AND MATERIAL RELEASED DUE DUE
TO ATTEMPT TO CLEAR LINE
Action taken-
DISCONTINUED STEAM TO LINE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/29/1994 Time: 0110
Street: BILLINGSPORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGSPORT ROAD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip:
County: GLOUCESTER D & B Number:
Substance spilled: CHROMIC ACID CONTAMINTED SOIL CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 374827
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL SURROND. CONTAM. CHAMBER
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
CRACK IN WALL OF OLD HOLDING CHAMBER POSSIBLE CRACK IN CONCRETE OF CHAMB
ER
Action taken-
RP REMOVING CLEANUP UNDER MOV WITH STATE OF NJ.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/24/1994 Time: 1400
Street: HWY 39
City: MT. VERNON State: MO Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: D & B Number:
Deaths: 1 Injuries:
Substance spilled:
Amount spilled: 0
ERNS Report ID: 373408
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: T
Waterway/other: N/A
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
HAZMAT TRACTOR TRAILER STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE HEAD ON//TRACTOR TRAILER W
AS CARRYING LIQUID NITROGEN
Miscellaneous-
FATALITY OCCURED TO OCCUPANT OF THE MOTOR VEHICLE THAT STRUCK TRACTOR TR
AILER//HWY 39 WAS CLOSED UNTIL WRECK WAS CLEARED//NOT MAJOR ARTERY
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/03/1994 Time: 1415
Street: 3326 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 3326 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DINITROTOLUENE CONTAMINATED WAST CHRIS Code: DNM CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 120,000 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 385103
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: OVERFLOW
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
A HOLDING TANK WAS OVERFILLED DUE TO INSTRUMENT MALFUNCTION A HOLDING TA
NK WAS OVERFILLED DUE TO INSTRUMENT MALFUNCTION
Miscellaneous-
THE CALLER DID NOT KNOW THE CONCENTRATION OF THE MATERIAL IN THE WASTE W
ATER
Action taken-
THE MATERIAL IS BEING PUMPED BACK INTO THE STORAGE TANK
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/04/1994 Time: 0100
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASDENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NICKEL CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 122 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 385733
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: T Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: IMPROPER OPERATION
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
BOILER STACK/INPUT COMPUTER ERROR CONTROLS OF MATERIAL INPUT BOILER STAC
K/INPUT COMPUTER ERROR CONTROLS OF MATERIAL INPUT
Miscellaneous-
THE DURATION OF THE RELEASE WAS 23 HRS
Action taken-
RECALIBRATED COMPUTER
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/19/1994 Time: 1530
Street: PO BOX 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NITROTOLUENE CHRIS Code: NTR CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
Substance spilled: DINITROTOLUENE CHRIS Code: DNM CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 450 GAL
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 400397
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: DRAINAGE DITCH
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FLOODING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
CONTAINMENT SUMP/OVERFLOWED DUE TO HEAVY RAIN CONTAINMENT SUMP//OVERFLOW
ED DUE TO HEAVY RAIN
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:TNRCC
Action taken-
PUMPING MATERIAL INTO CONTAINMENT TANK
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/06/1994 Time: 1522
Street: DNT STORAGE DIKE AREA 1423 HIGHWAY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURIN
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DINITROTOLUENE (MOLTEN) CHRIS Code: DNM CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 1 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 385691
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: PIPELINE RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: CONTAINER LEAK
Source Code: LINES
Event Description-
6 INCH PIPELINE/WELD LEAKED ON REPAIRED LINE CAUSING RELEASE 6 INCH PIPE
LINE/WELD LEAKED ON REPAIRED LINE CAUSING RELEASE OF MATERIAL
Action taken-
MATERIAL WAS DIKED AND CONTAINED/EXCAVATED MATERIAL TO CLEAN IT UP/ MATE
RIAL FREEZES UPON CONTACT WITH GROUND
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/16/1994 Time: 0900
Street: 1425 EAST HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURING
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DINITROTOLUENE (MOLTEN) CHRIS Code: DNM CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 30 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 385451
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CONTAINMENT DIKE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: CONTAINER LEAK
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
FEED LINE ON TDA UNIT,LEAKED DUE TO A PIN HOLE IN A WELD FEED LINE ON TD
A UNIT,LEAKED DUE TO A PIN HOLE IN A WELD
Action taken-
SHUT DOWN UNIT//DEPRESSURED LINE//REPAIRED WELD
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/12/1994 Time: 1245
Street: 1423 HIGHWAY 225 D & T STORAGE AREA
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DINITROTOLUENE (MOLTEN) CHRIS Code: DNM CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 385786
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: PIPELINE RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: IMPROPER MAINTENANCE
Source Code: LINES
Event Description-
3 INCH FEED LINE/CORROSION CAUSED FAILED PIPE/MAT RELEASED 3 INCH FEED L
INE/CORROSION CAUSED FAILED PIPE/MAT RELEASED
Action taken-
ISOLATED THE LINE/ MATERIAL WILL BE REWORKED INTO SYSTEM
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/19/1994 Time: 1600
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: CARBON MONOXIDE CHRIS Code: CMO
Amount spilled: 1 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 394454
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
CARBON INCINERATOR//UNKNOWN
Miscellaneous-
DURATION OF RELEASE 2 MIN WILL NOTIFY:FIRE DEPT AND TNRCC
Action taken-
HOURLY AVERGAE OF 1.1 LBS//CHARGED CATALYST TO UNIT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/11/1994 Time: 0900
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 2,4-DINITROANILINE CHRIS Code: DNT CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 1,100 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 385764
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FLOW LINE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
3 INCH FLOW LINE / LEAKING FROM SMALL HOLE IN LINE 3 INCH FLOW LINE/ LEA
KING FROM SMALL HOLE IN LINE
Miscellaneous-
AREA AFFECTED SIZE:40 SQUARE FEET WILL NOTIFY:FIRE DEPT/LEPC/TNRCC
Action taken-
SECURED AND REPAIRING LINE/REMOVING SOIL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/06/1994 Time: 1310
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: O-TOLUIDINE CHRIS Code: TLI CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 1,466 LBS
Substance spilled: P-TOLUIDINE CHRIS Code: TOD CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 1,421 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 386313
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: WASTE WATER SYSTEM
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
TDA WASTEWATER UNIT/INCREASE DUE TO UNKNOWN CAUSES TDA WASTE WATER UNIT/
INCREASE DUE TO UNKNOWN CAUSES
Miscellaneous-
INCIDENT 16JUN94/AMOUNT RELEASED FOR 24 HR PERIOD/RECEIVED ANALYSIS 06JU
L94/WI LL NOTIFY STATE AND LEPC
Action taken-
INVESTIGATING CAUSE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/07/1994 Time: 1745
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 2,6-DINITROTOLUENE CHRIS Code: DNL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 386372
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: GRAVEL AND DIRT
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: VALVE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
LOADING LINE / RELIEF VALVE LIFTED LOADING LINE/RELIEF VALVE LIFTED
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:TNRCC
Action taken-
EXCAVATE CONTAMINATED SOIL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/25/1994 Time: 1000
Street: RT 1 10202 STRANG RD
City: LA PORTE State: TX Zip: 77571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS, INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: RT 1 10202 STRANG RD
City: LA PORTE State: TX Zip: 77571
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: UNKNOWN OIL CHRIS Code: OUN
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 358728
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: OUTFALL DITCH
Transport Mode: UNKNOWN (EPA REGIONS)
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORM WATER OUTFALL/SPECIFIC SOURCE UNKNOWN,SHEEN SIGHTED NEAR STORM WAT
ER OUTFALL/SPECIFIC SOURCE UNKNOWN,SHEEN SIGHTED NEAR
Miscellaneous-
EPA PERMIT NO. TX004944
Action taken-
BOOMS DEPLOYED TO CONTAIN SHEEN / SHEEN IS STREAKYAND BROKEN
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/04/1994 Time: 1200
Street: P O BOX 3326, 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501-
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS, INC.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: P O BOX 3326, 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501-
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NICKEL,NTROGEN OXIDE, CONT.REL./ CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 430775
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
THIS IS AN INITIAL CONT RELEASE REPORT NRC COMP DOWN THIS IS AN INITIAL
CONT RELEASE REPORT NRC COMP DOWN
Action taken-
NONE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/14/1995 Time: 1510
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIMETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: DMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 421299
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK/MATERIAL VENTED WHILE FILLING TANK
Miscellaneous-
DURATION OF RELEASE 5 SECS
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/09/1995 Time: 0910
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMINE COMPOUND (LRS 10) CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 10 LBS
Substance spilled: AMINE COMPOUND (CATACARB 202) CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 10 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 452687
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PUMP SEAL ON CARBONATE SYSTEM/THE SEAL FAILED RELEASING THE MATERIAL
Miscellaneous-
THE MATERIAL WAS CONTAINED ON-SITE/CALLER HAD NO OTHER INFORMATION
Action taken-
SECURED THE RELEASE/CONTAINED THE MATERIAL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/31/1995 Time: 1430
Street: 1 MI S OF I-90
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NITROGEN GAS AND DIMETHYL LAMINE CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 452982
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORAGE VESSEL/UNKNOWN
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/14/1995 Time: 0815
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 456699
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
VALVE RECOVERY UNIT CONDENSER/ EQUIPMENT FAILURE
Action taken-
RE-PUMPED VALVE WITH GREASE/ LEAK IS SECURED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/16/1995 Time: 1600
Street: IN THE ATCHESON TOPEKA AND SANTA FE RAIL YARD LOCATED BETWEEN M
City: PHOENIX State: AZ Zip: 85007-
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: UNK
City: PENSACOLA State: FL Zip:
County: ESCAMBIA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIMETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: DMA CAS: 85879710
Amount spilled: 187,350 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 475568
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: RAILROAD
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
A RUPTURED DOME GASKET ALLOWED THE REALEASE OF PRODUCT
Action taken-
DOWN WIND BUSINESSES WERE EVACUTED AND ADJACENT ROADWAYS WERE CLOSED FOR
ATIME. TANK CA WAS DELUGED WITH WATER TO COOL IT AND REDUCE THE PRES
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/01/1995 Time: 1900
Street: 6601 S RIDGE RD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 6601 S RIDGE RD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
County: SEDGWICK D & B Number:
Substance spilled: HAZ WASTE (CONTENTS UNKNOWN) CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 4 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 442969
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: T Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
OPERATOR OVERFILLED TANK. TANK / DUE TO OPERATOR ERROR TANK OVERFLOWED A
LLOWING MATERIALS TO BE RELEASE.
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY DEM.
Action taken-
SECURED RELEASE; REMOVING CONTAMINATED SOIL.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/14/1995 Time: 0800
Street: HWY 95 BOX 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: HWY 95 BOX 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ALCOHOL CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 45,000 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 476787
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
FLEXABLE BOOT ON A PUMP / BOOT FAILED
Action taken-
LEAK IS SECURED / MATERIAL IS CONTAINED WITHIN A DYKE / MATERIAL WILL BE
DILUTED AND THEN TREATED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/23/1995 Time: 1950
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: HYDROGEN, LIQUEFIED CHRIS Code: HXX CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 500 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 428736
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY, ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: VALVE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
RELIEF VALVE/DISC RUPTURED,FAILED PREMATURELY,HYDROGEN STORAGE RELIEF VA
LVE /DISC RUPTURED FAILED PREMATURELY/HYDROGEN STORAGE TANK
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY: LA DEQ **DISC RUPTURED FAILED PREMATURELY, HYDROGEN STORAGE
TANK***
Action taken-
CALLED MECHANIC TO REPAIR RUPTURED DISC//SWITCHED TO SECONDARY RELIEF VA
LVE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/11/1995 Time: 2341
Street: HWY 30
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 453835
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
AMMONIA COMPRESSOR / VALVE WAS BLOCKED SO INCREASED PRESSURE CAUSED RELE
ASE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:DEQ
Action taken-
SECURED / MATERIAL DISSIPATED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/17/1995 Time: 1920
Street: 3790 HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 3790 HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: DEN CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 14,800 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 414877
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: T Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: IMPROPER VALVE HANDLING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
A VALVE WAS LEFT OPEN ON A FLOW LINE A VALVE WAS LEFT OPEN ON A FLOW LIN
E
Action taken-
CLOSE THE VALVE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/20/1995 Time: 1530
Street: HGW 1 3790 LA HGW 30
City: ST GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: HGW 1
City: ST GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL: DIESEL CHRIS Code: ODS CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 5 GAL or 35 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 473574
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY, ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: T
Cause Code: UNKNOWN
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
ABOVE GROUND 500 GAL STORAGE TANK / UNKNOWN 500 GAL STORAGE TANK/UNKNOWN
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED/CLEANUP CREW ON SCENE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/13/1995 Time: 2330
Street: BILLINGSPORT RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BILLINGSPORT RD
City: PAULSBORO State: NJ Zip: 08066
County: GLOUCESTER D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMINE CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 428514
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
THERMAL OXIDIZER/RELEASE
Miscellaneous-
AMINE IS 90-95% OF NITROGEN, HOWEVER THE CO. REPORTS IT TO THE NRC BECAU
SE OF ITS AMMONIA ODOR. NO CITIZEN COMPLAINTS WERE RECEIVED.
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED/OXIDIZER BACK ON LINE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/26/1995 Time: 2000
Street: PAINTER RESIVOIR 12 MILES E ON RED CANYON RD
City: EVANSTON State: WY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ETHYLENE GLYCOL CHRIS Code: EGL CAS: 82530770
Amount spilled: 1,520 GAL or 14,090 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 436440
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: T Other: F
Waterway/other: PAINTER RESERVOIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
FRAK TANK (6000 GALLON CAPACITY) / LEAKING PLUG
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY: WY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
Action taken-
MATERIAL PUMPED OUT OF TANK
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/03/1995 Time: 0000
Street: UNKNOWN
City: STRABAN TWP. State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS, INC.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: UNKNOWN
City: STRABAN TWP. State: PA Zip:
County: ADAMS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIESEL FUEL CHRIS Code: DFM CAS: 53898168
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 418005
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: UNKNOWN (EPA REGIONS)
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: UNKNOWN
Event Description-
UNKNOWN DIESEL FUEL SPILL ON RT. 30
Miscellaneous-
PADER III INCIDENT REPORT PROVIDES TO EPA.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/23/1995 Time: 1217
Street: 1423 HIGHWAY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HIGHWAY 225
City: PASADINA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL AMYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: MAC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 1,015 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 420180
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: AIR TRANSPORT RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: IMPROPER OPERATION
Source Code: LIQUID CARGO
Event Description-
OVERPRESSURIZATIN OF TURBO DRYERS CAUSED AIR RELEASE OVERPRESSURIZATION
OF TURBO DRYERS CAUSING AIR RELEASE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY: LEPC, TACB,
Action taken-
LOWERED LEVEL IN VENT SCRUBBER
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/04/1995 Time: 0610
Street: 225 DAVIDSON RD
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 225 DAVIDSON RD
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: MTT CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 446113
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: POWER FAILURE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
POWER FAILURE CAUSED PRESSURE BUILD UP AND RELEASE POWER FAILURE CAUSED
PRESSURE BUILD UP AND RELEASE
Action taken-
RELEASE HAS BEEN SECURED/AMT IS BEING DETERMINED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/14/1995 Time: 2340
Street: 225 DAVIDSON RD
City: PASEDENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 225 DAVIDSON RD
City: PASEDENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: MTT
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
Substance spilled: METHANOL CHRIS Code: MAL
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 446476
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
DRYER/INSTRUMENT INDICATER FAILED/MATERIAL RELEASED FM A PRESSURE CONTRO
L DEVICE
Miscellaneous-
DURATION OF RELEASE: 2 MIN WILL NOTIFY:TNRCC
Action taken-
SECURED RELEASE/WILL CALCULATE RELEASE AMOUNT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/07/1995 Time: 1420
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: WASTE WATER (DNT WASTE) CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 458127
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY, ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: TANK OR CONTAINER
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK RUPTURE DISK FAILED ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK
RUPTURE DISK FAILED
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:TNRCC/COUNTY
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED/WILL REMOVE SOIL/CONTAINED ON SITE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/27/1995 Time: 0806
Street: 412 DAVISON RD
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 412 DAVISON RD PO 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: MTT CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 274 LBS
Substance spilled: METHYL ALCOHOL CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 82563615
Amount spilled: 734 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 473651
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: UNKNOWN
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
FLARE STACK, PILOT WENT OUT, ( FLAME OUT ) FLARE STACK/PILOT WENT OUT(FL
AME OUT)
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:TNRCC, HCPCD
Action taken-
RELEASE WAS SECURED/THIS WAS RELEASED OVER A 4 HOUR PERIOD
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/02/1995 Time: 2030
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 2,6-DINITROTOLUENE CHRIS Code: DNL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 20 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 453398
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: PIPELINE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
PLANT PIPING, LINE FAILURE PLANT PIPING / LINE FAILURE
Action taken-
REMOVED EQUIPMENT FROM SERVICE / DRUMMED MATERIAL RELEASED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/16/1995 Time: 0734
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: MTT
Amount spilled: 200 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 446626
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
32 TURBO DRYER SAP UNIT / TRANSMITTER FAILURE ALLOWED MATERIALS TO BE RE
LEASED
Action taken-
SECURED / DURATION OF RELEASE 2 MIN / REPAIRS MADE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/02/1996 Time: 1415
Street: 1969 PALLAMAR OAKS WAY
City: CARLSBAD State: CA Zip: 92009
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1969 PALLAMAR OAKS WAY
City: CARLSBAD State: CA Zip: 92009
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: TETRAETHYL ORTHOSILICATE CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 150 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 502481
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
55 GALLON DRUM / DRUM WAS PUNCTURED WHILE BEING TAKEN OUT OF THE TRUCK
Action taken-
LEAK WAS SECURED / USED SPILL PADS TO RECOVER
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/24/1996 Time: 0835
Street: US HWY 90
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 467
City: PENSACOLA State: FL Zip:
County: ESCAMBIA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ALCOHOL CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 483734
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
METHANOL PROCESS UNIT /CAUSE OF RELEASE UNKNOWN
Miscellaneous-
DURATION OF RELEASE EST. TO BE 20 MINS
Action taken-
RELEASE ON-GOING
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/24/1996 Time: 0830
Street: US HWY 90 AMMONIA METHANOL PLANT
City: PACE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: US HWY 90
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ALCOHOL CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 483739
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
LEVEL CONTROLLER WENT OUT ON COLUMN (DISTILLATION COLUMN)
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY: FL DEM
Action taken-
ONGOING - EXPECT RELEASE TO GO ON FOR ANOTHER 10 MINS / TOTAL DURATION E
XPECTED TO BE 30 MINS TOTAL-EXPECT TOTAL RELEASE TO EXCEED 5000 LB RQ
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/24/1996 Time: 1455
Street: HWY 90 E
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32592-0467
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: BOX 467
City: PENSACOLA State: FL Zip: 32592-0467
County: ESCAMBIA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 348 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 510671
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
HIGH PRESSURE BOTTOMS PUMP/PUMP SEAL FAILED
Action taken-
RELEASE STOPPED/MATERIAL KNOCKED DOWN WITH A WATER FOG
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/15/1996 Time: 1410
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MONOMETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: MTA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 479886
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK / PUMP SEAL BLEW RESULTING IN RELEASE
Action taken-
SECURED / REPAIRS TO BE MADE / RATE OF RELEASE UNKNOWN / DURATION OF LEA
K 10MIN
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/17/1996 Time: 1215
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MONOMETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: MTA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 255 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 483703
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
LOADING LINE/GASKET BLEW OUT ON LINE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY: FERC
Action taken-
RELEASE STOPPED/WATER USED TO KNOCK DOWN MATERIAL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/20/1996 Time: 0900
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 75 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 493961
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
AMMONIA KNOCK OUT TANK / OVERPRESSURE
Action taken-
BLOCKED IN TANK / BLEED DOWN PRESSURE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/11/1996 Time: 1005
Street: SCAMBIA PLANT PO BOX 467 HWY 90
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32592
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: SCAMBIA PLANT PO BOX 467 HWY 9
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32592
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: PERFORMAX 20/21 CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 150 GAL
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 497422
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK(1000GAL) / PLASTIC TUBING FITTING BROKE OFF
Action taken-
LEAK IS SECURED / MATERIAL WAS CONTAINED BY NATURAL BARRIER / MATERIAL W
ILL BE WASHED INTO THE CHEMICAL SEWER AND TREATED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/25/1996 Time: 2005
Street: 4517 US HWY 90 EAST AMMONIA SYN.
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 4517 US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 768 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 520055
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PROCESS TRANSFER LINE DEVELOPED A SMALL LEAK
Miscellaneous-
RELEASE DURATION EST. 30 MINS
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/18/1996 Time: 0745
Street: 6601 S. RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231-
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANU. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 6601 S. RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231-
County: SEDGWICK D & B Number:
Substance spilled: HAZARDOUS WASTE D001 CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 100 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 516791
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PROCESS TANK OVERFILLED AND SPILLED ONTO SOIL. PROCESS TANK OVERFILLED A
ND SPILLED ONTO SOIL.
Action taken-
RELEASE STOPPED; CLEANUP OF SOIL UNDERWAY.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/18/1996 Time: 0745
Street: 6601 S RIDGE RD
City: WITCHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUF. CORP
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 6601 S RIDGE RD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: HAZARDOUS WASTE; D001 CHRIS Code: NCC
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 515624
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PROCESS TANK/TANK OVERFILLED
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY: DEM
Action taken-
RELEASE STOPPED/OVER 100 LBS RELEASED/CLEAN UP UNDERWAY/AFFECTED SOIL IS
BEING REMOVED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/22/1996 Time: 0100
Street: 6601 S RIDGE RD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUF. CORP
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 6601 S RIDGE RD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 4,4'METHYLENE DIANILINE CHRIS Code: MDB
Amount spilled: 3 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 515985
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
RAIL CAR TRANSFER LINE LEAKED DURING UNLOADING
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:KDHE
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED/CREWS ON SITE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/22/1996 Time: 0100
Street: 6601 S. RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231-
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUF. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 6601 S. RIDGE ROAD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231-
County: SEDGWICK D & B Number:
Substance spilled: 4,4-METHYLENE DIANILINE CHRIS Code: MDB CAS: 95991992
Amount spilled: 3 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 518751
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: RAILROAD
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TRANSFER LINE LEAKED DURING UNLOADING. TRANSFER LINE LEAKED DURING UNLOA
DING.
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED/CREW ON-SITE.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/21/1996 Time: 0848
Street: PVOH PLANT 246 JOHNSON-RILEY ROAD
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 246 JOHNSON-RILEY ROAD
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: VINYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: VAM
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
ERNS Report ID: 518852
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: T
Waterway/other: CATCH TANK
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PSV ON POLY KETTLE #5 LIFTED DUE TO AN ELECTRIAL POWER FAILURE TO THE SI
TE
Miscellaneous-
RELEASE DURATION UNKNOWN WILL NOTIFY:LEPC/ERC
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/12/1996 Time: 1130
Street: HWY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: HWY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ACETIC ACID CHRIS Code: AAC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 50,000 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 479997
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
DISTILLATION TOWER/RUPTURE DISK HOLDER LEAKED
Action taken-
SECURED RELEASE/ESTIMATED RELEASE RATE WAS 12000 LBS PER DAY OVER A 4 DA
Y PERIOD UNTIL LEAK WAS DISCOVERED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/26/1996 Time: 0800
Street: 3790 HWY 30
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Deaths: 0 Injuries: 20
Substance spilled: MONOISOPROPYLAMINE CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 202 LBS
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 182 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 494031
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: VALVE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
PROCESS UNIT, RELIEF VALVE FAILED PROCESS UNIT/RELIEF VALVE FAILED
Miscellaneous-
THE PEOPLE INJURED WERE ALL PRIVATE CITIZENS
Action taken-
RELEASE WAS SECURED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/03/1996 Time: 1816
Street: HWY 30
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 499802
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: T
Cause Code: UNKNOWN
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
PROCESS UNIT, A SEAL FAILED PROCESS UNIT / A SEAL FAILED
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:DEQ
Action taken-
RELEASE WAS SECURED / WASHED PRODUCT DOWN WITH WATER
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/02/1996 Time: 0030
Street: HGW 30 1 MILE WEST OF HGW 74
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIETHANOLAMINE CHRIS Code: DEA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 93 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 499810
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: CONCRETE AND AIR
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY, ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FLANGE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
1,000,000 GAL ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK, FLANGE FAILURE 1,000,000 GAL ST
ORAGE TANK / FLANGE FAILURE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:DEQ
Action taken-
RELEASE ONGOING AT A RATE OF 2 GAL/HR / HAZMAT TEAM ON SCENE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/17/1996 Time: 0832
Street: CORNER LA 30 AND LA 74
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ALCOHOL (ETHANOL) CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 180 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 504983
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: IMPROPER VALVE HANDLING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
3/4 INCH BLEED VALVE LEFT OPEN 3/4 INCH BLEED VALVE LEFT OPEN
Action taken-
VALVE WAS CLOSED, PUMP TO SEPARATOR SUMP THEN TO COMPANY WASTE TREATMENF
ACILITY
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/09/1996 Time: 1540
Street: HWY 30
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIETHANOLAMINE CHRIS Code: DEA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 511414
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY, ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: OVERFLOW
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
STORAGE TANK, TANK OVERFILLED STORAGE TANK/TANK OVERFILLED
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY: DEQ
Action taken-
RELEASE STOPPED/MATERIAL SPILLED INTO CONTAINMENT/APPROX 64000 GAL IN TA
NK/WATER SPRAY IS SUPPRESSING VAPORS
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/19/1996 Time: 1243
Street: 3790 HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 3790 HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MONOISOPROPYLAMINE CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 2,884 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 474707
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: T Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: VALVE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
COLUMN/STEAM VALVE MALFUNCTIONED,PRESSURE INCREASED,RELEASE COLUMN / STE
AM VALVE MALFUNCTIONED CAUSING INCREASED PRESSURE & RELEASE FROM SAFETY
VALVE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY: DEQ
Action taken-
SECURED / DURATION OF RELEASE 2MIN
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/21/1996 Time: 1830
Street: 3790 HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 3790 HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: MONOISOPROPYLAMINE CHRIS Code: IPP CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 256 LBS
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 103 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 516662
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: COLLISION
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
WASTEWATER LINE, STRUCK BY A CONTRACTOR'S BACKHOE WASTEWATER LINE, STRUC
K BY A CONTRACTOR'S BACKHOE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY: DEQ
Action taken-
RELEASE STOPPED/MATERIAL IS CONTAINED/MATERIAL IS BEING PUMPED OUT TO WA
STE WATER TREATMENT PLANT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/25/1996 Time: 1100
Street: 2820 QUIGLEY RD
City: CLEVELAND State: OH Zip: 44113
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 2820 QUIGLEY RD
City: CLEVELAND State: OH Zip: 44113
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL, MISC: LUBRICATING CHRIS Code: OLB
Amount spilled: 600 GAL or 4,500 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 484506
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: GRAVEL AND SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
WORK EQUIPMENT / UNKNOWN
Action taken-
UNKNOWN IF LEAK IS SECURED / MATERIAL IS BEING CONTAINED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/25/1996 Time: 1100
Street: 2820 QUIGLEY RD
City: CLEVELAND State: OH Zip: 44113
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195-1501
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL, MISC: LUBRICATING CHRIS Code: OLB
Amount spilled: 600 GAL or 4,500 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 484504
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: GRAVEL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
AIR COMPRESSOR/GAUGE WAS TAKEN APART BY A WORKER
Action taken-
RELEASE STOPPED/CONTRACTOR CALLED TO CLEAN UP
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/18/1996 Time: 1745
Street: I-65 AT 16TH STREET EXIT
City: BIRMINGHAM State: AL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195-
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIESEL CHRIS Code: ODS CAS: 89235128
Amount spilled: 30 GAL or 210 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 488080
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TRUCK STRUCK MUFFLER LYING IN ROAD, & BROKE TRANSFER LINE.
Miscellaneous-
DUE TO THE RAIN THERE WAS NO RESPONSE POSSIBLE. ADEM NOTIFIED ALONG WITH
LOCAL LEPC. FIRE DEPT. RESPONED TO SCENE.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/19/1996 Time: 0930
Street: RT 220 SOUTH JUST NORTH OF CUMBERLAND MARYLAND
City: CENTERVILLE State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195-1501
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Deaths: 0 Injuries: 1
Substance spilled: OXYGEN, LIQUIFIED CHRIS Code: OXY CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 1,800 GAL or 17,118 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 518638
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: T Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
LIQUIFIED OXYGEN TANK TRUCK/SINGLE VEHICLE HIGHWAY ACCIDENT
Miscellaneous-
DRIVER WAS INJURED IN THE ACCIDENT AND WAS TAKEN TO HOSPITAL RT 220 WAS
CLOSEDIN BOTH DIRECTIONS FOR APPROX. 10 HOURS
Action taken-
MATERIAL WAS RELEASED IN A CONTROLLED MANNER IN ORDER TO UPRIGHT TRUCK
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/25/1996 Time: 1525
Street: I 85 NORTH PRIOR TO I 985
City: NORCROSS State: GA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEM
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL: DIESEL CHRIS Code: ODS CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 40 GAL or 280 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 479951
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: T Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
80 GAL FUEL TANK ON A TRACTOR TRAILER / DEBRIS ON ROADWAY STRUCK THE FUE
L LINE
Action taken-
RELEASE ONGOING AT AN UNKNOWN RATE / CLEANUP CREW EN ROUTE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/02/1996 Time: 1500
Street: RTE 56, 3.5 WEST OF SCOTTSBURG NEAR INTERSEC- TION OF I-65 AND RTE 56
City: SCOTTSBURG State: IN Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: D & B Number:
Deaths: 1 Injuries: 0
Substance spilled: OIL, FUEL: NO. 2-D CHRIS Code: OTD
Amount spilled: 100 GAL or 700 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 472422
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: UNKNOWN, LEADS TO UNKNOWN
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TRACTOR TRAILER SADDLE TANKS(CAP: 200 GALLONS) / TRUCK WAS INVOLVED IN A
N ACCIDENT / TRUCK RAN OFF THE ROAD, CAUSE UNKNOWN
Action taken-
LEAK IS SECURED / CONTRACTOR HAS BEEN HIRED / BOOMS ARE DEPLOYED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/17/1996 Time: 1810
Street: HWY 140 SOUTHBOUND EXIT 4
City: NEW BEDFORD State: MA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Substance spilled: NITROGEN, LIQUEFIED CHRIS Code: NXX CAS: 95991890
Amount spilled: 50 GAL or 522 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 509257
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
LIQUID NITROGEN CARBO TRAILER LIQUID NITROGEN CARGO TRAILER/BOTTOM FILL
VALVE OPENED DURING TRANSPORT
Miscellaneous-
HWY 40 S.BND CLOSED FOR APPROX 4 HRS/VERDONE CALLED MADEP BOB KEARNS SAI
D THISHAPPENED LAST NIGHT/VALVE WAS TIGHTENED/VALVE FROZE OPEN,NOTHING W
AS WRNG WITHVALVE/NITROGEN ESCAPED/CRTD AN ICE BALL/WEATHER LAST NIGHT M
ADE IT WORSE.
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/09/1996 Time: 1544
Street: 2020 N. 10TH STREET
City: PADUCAH State: KY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS CHEM INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Deaths: 0 Injuries: 2
Substance spilled: HYDROGEN SULFIDE CHRIS Code: HDS CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 170 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 490085
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
LEAKING COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDER (MAX 170 LBS) / UNKNOWN CAUSE
Miscellaneous-
2 MATHESON EMPLOYEES TAKEN TO HOSPITAL FOR TREATMENT OF INHALATION INJUR
IES / ATTEMPTED TO CALL ST. EMERG RESP COMM - NO ANSWER. UPDATE: APRIL 9
, 1996 REPORTED A HYDROGEN SULFIDE RELEASE, APPROX. 20-30 POUNDS RELEASE
D
Action taken-
FD ON SCENE - CLOSED VALVE AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE PERSONNEL FROM AIR PRO
DUCTS EN ROUTE SCENE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/22/1996 Time: 1225
Street: 1224 MENDON RD
City: CUMBERLAND State: RI Zip: 02864
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1224 MENDON RD
City: CUMBERLAND State: RI Zip: 02864
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: EPICHLOROHYDRIN CHRIS Code: EPC
Amount spilled: 900 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 484218
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
2-55 GALLON DRUMS / DURING MOVEMENT, PALLET BROKE AND DRUMS TIPPED OVER
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:RIDEM
Action taken-
LEAK IS SECURED / EARTH DYKE BUILT / ABSORBENT PADS BEING USED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/22/1996 Time: 1200
Street: 10202 STRANG RD
City: LA PORTE State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 10202 STRANG RD
City: LA PORTE State: TX Zip: 77571
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ANHYDROUS AMMONIA CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 900 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 489168
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SEWER SYSTEMS
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: T
Cause Code: FITTING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
MATERIAL RELEASED DUE TO NORMAL OPERATIONS MATERIAL RELEASED DUE TO NORM
AL OPERATIONS
Miscellaneous-
BEGINNING 7JAN96 THE PLANT WILL RELEASE WASTE WATER CONTAINING 300PPM OF
AMMONIA TO A WASTE WATER FACILITY VIA PIPELINE LETTER 06/05: INCREASE I
N CONTINUOUS RELEASE TO BE 900 LBS PER DAY AMA
Action taken-
THE AMOUNT RELEASED IS DAILY / IT IS RELEASED TO AN OFFSITE TREATMENT FA
CILITY
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/01/1996 Time: 2000
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 225 DAVIDSON RD
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: VINYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: VAM CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 8,800 LBS
Substance spilled: METHANOL CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 200 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 494948
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: CONTAINER LEAK
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
VINYL ACETATE TANK, BLEED OPENED ACCIDENTALLY VINYL ACETATE TANK / BLEED
OPENED ACCIDENTALLY
Miscellaneous-
MATERIAL IS BEING CONTAINED / RELEASE SECURED WILL NOTIFY:CERCLA, LEPC
Action taken-
MATERIAL IS BEING FLUSHED TO DRAIN ==> WASTE WATER TANK
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/02/1996 Time: 0859
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS COMPANY
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: VINYL ACETATE CHRIS Code: VAM CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 7,600 LBS
Substance spilled: METHANOL CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 5,000 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 507105
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: T
Cause Code: POWER FAILURE
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
SOURCE:PHYSICAL VSY (POLY KETTLE NR 1) CAUSE: ELCT POWER OUT SOURCE: PHY
SICAL VSL (POLY KETTLE NR 1)/CAUSE: ELECTRICAL POWER OUTAGE
Miscellaneous-
NONE **CAUSE WAS ELECTRICAL POWER OUTTAGE**
Action taken-
WHEN POWER WAS RESTORED STABILIZED ALL UNITS.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/04/1996 Time: 0502
Street: 412 DAVISON RD PO 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 412 DAVISON RD PO 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHLYANOL CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 734 LBS
Substance spilled: METHLYACIDTATE CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 274 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 474011
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: T
Cause Code: FITTING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
VENT BLOWER/WENT DOWN DUE TO A BEARING FAILURE VENT BLOWER / WENT DOWN D
UE TO A BEARING FAILURE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY: TNRCC / LEPC
Action taken-
RELEASE IS SECURED /
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/01/1996 Time: 2200
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DINITROTOLUENE (DNT) CHRIS Code: DNT CAS: 95959045
Amount spilled: 20 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 478031
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ROCKS / SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: CONTAINER LEAK
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
VINYL WASH SEPARATOR, PLUGGED EXIT LINE VINYL WASH SEPARATOR / PLUGGED E
XIT LINE
Miscellaneous-
MATERIAL CONTAINED. RELEASE SECURED. WILL NOTIFY: FIRE DEPT, TNRCC, USCG
, HARR IS CNTY POLLUTION CONTROL
Action taken-
SHUT UNIT DOWN. REMEDIATING THE SOIL.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 12/25/1996 Time: 1250
Street: DNT STORAGE FACILITY 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUFACTURNG
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DINITROTOLUENE (MOLTEN) CHRIS Code: DNM CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 20 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 519833
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: PIPELINE RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: CONTAINER LEAK
Source Code: LINES
Event Description-
1 INCH PRODUCT PIPELINE LEAKED DUE TO CORROSIN,NON-DOT PIPELINE 1" PRODU
CT PIPELINE LEAKED DUE TO CORROSION/NON-DOT PIPELINE
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:COUNTY/TNRCC
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED/WILL EXCAVATE SOIL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/04/1996 Time: 2300
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: TOLUENEDIAMINE CHRIS Code: TDA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 10 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 507587
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: T
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
VENT STACK,HIGH LEVEL OCCURRED IN A VESSEL DUE TO TRYING TO* VENT STACK
/ A HIGH LEVEL OCCURRED IN A VESSEL DUE TO TRYING TO RESTARTTHE UNIT AFT
ER A PROCESS UPSET HAD OCCURRED
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY THE TNRCC AND HARRIS COUNTY POLLUTION CONTROL / THE CALLER H
AD NO OTHER INFORMATION **DUE TO TRYING TO RESTART THE UNIT AFTER A PROC
ESS UPSET HAD OCCURRED*
Action taken-
THE LENGTH OF THE RELEASE WAS UNKNOWN
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/30/1997 Time: 1242
Street: INTERSECTION OF BURLINGTON AND MOUNT HOPE CHURCH ROAD
City: MCLEANSVILLE State: NC Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS COMPANY
Type: UNKNOWN.
Deaths: 0 Injuries: 1
Substance spilled: OIL: DIESEL CHRIS Code: ODS CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 75 GAL or 525 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 549331
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
AIR PRODUCTS COMPANY TRUCK / AUTO ACCIDENT CAUSED FUEL TO LEAK FROM SADD
LE TANK
Miscellaneous-
SPILL SIZE: UNKNOWN / WX: OVERCAST
Action taken-
DOT RESPONDING WITH SAND
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/05/1997 Time: 0104
Street: US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 539281
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
AMINES PLANT/PROCESS UNIT PIPING RUPTURED
Miscellaneous-
RELEASE DURATION 18MINS
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/02/1997 Time: 1025
Street: SCAMBIA PLANT PO BOX 467 HWY 90
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32592
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ESCAMBIA PLANT PO BOX 467 HWY
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32592
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 110 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 523871
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
VENT VALVE FAILED/
Action taken-
VALVE WAS RESET, RELEASE HALTED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/16/1997 Time: 0645
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DINORMALBUTYLAMINE UN #2248 CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 529968
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: RAILROAD
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
30,000 GALLON RAIL TANK CAR RELIEF VALVE / UNKNOWN
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED / CLEANUP CREW NOTIFIED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 05/03/1997 Time: 0114
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 537016
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
NO. 1 UNIT AMMONIA COLUMN PSV / LOSE OF COOLING WATER FLOW
Action taken-
SHUT DOWN SYSTEM / USED WATER FOR COOLING
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/11/1997 Time: 1100
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: ON US HWY 90 EAST POB 467
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: SANTA ROSA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: SODIUM HYPOCHLORITE (15% OR LESS CHRIS Code: SHP CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 540593
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
ABOVE GROUND STORAGE TANK/ UNION OF LINE FAILED
Miscellaneous-
PH OF DIRT IS LESS THAN 12.5% SO DISPOSAL WILL BE ON THE FACILITY.
Action taken-
DIKED AREA WAS PUMPED INTO COOLING TOWER & DILUTED WITH WATER.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/16/1997 Time: 1545
Street: 6601 S RIDGE RD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MANUF. CORP
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 6601 S RIDGE RD
City: WICHITA State: KS Zip: 67231
County: SEDGWICK D & B Number:
Substance spilled: CYCLOHEXYLAMINE CHRIS Code: CHA CAS: 94275000
Amount spilled: 20 GAL or 144 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 524037
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: RAILROAD
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
RAIL CAR SPILL PAN WAS OVERFILLED. RAIL CAR (#UNKNOWN)/ SPILL PAN WAS OV
ERFILLED.
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:DEPT OF HEALTH & ENVIRONMENT.
Action taken-
RELEASE WAS SECURED / MATERIAL IS BEING PUMPED UP AND CONTAMINATED SOIL
WILL BE RECOVERED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/02/1997 Time: 1715
Street: HWY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: HWY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 300 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 530073
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
SOURCE: REFRIGERATION COMPRESSOR/CAUSE: POWER FAILURE THAT LEAD TO THE L
OST OF COOLING WATER.
Miscellaneous-
CALLER NOTIFIED LOCAL LEPC/KY EMERGENCY RESPONSE.
Action taken-
SHUT THE COMPRESSORS DOWN.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/02/1997 Time: 1900
Street: HWY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: HWY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ALCOHOL CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 6,000 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 530074
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
SOURCE: DISTILLATION TOWER/CAUSE: LOSE OF COOLING WATER
Miscellaneous-
CALLER NOTIFIED LOCAL KY EMERGENCY RESPONSE COMMISSION
Action taken-
ISOLATING THE TOWER/BLEEDING THE PRESSURE FROM THE UNIT.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/04/1997 Time: 1540
Street: JOHNSON RILEY RD
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42025
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: POB 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42025
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: VINYL CHLORIDE CHRIS Code: VCM CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 539233
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
REACTOR O-RING GASKET FAILED CAUSING THE RELEASE
Miscellaneous-
RATE OF RELEASE IS UNKNOWN / RELEASE IS MORE THAN 1 LBS BUT LESS THAN 10
0 LBS
Action taken-
REACTOR IS BEING ISOLATED TO STOP THE RELEASE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/26/1997 Time: 1015
Street: NO. 10 PASTE TANK PEOH PLANT HIGHWAY 95
City: CALVERT State: KY Zip: 42029
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: HIGHWAY 95
City: CALVERT State: KY Zip: 42029
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHANOL - IN PASTE FORM CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 9,516 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 549298
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PUMP DISCHARGE FLANGE GASKET / CAUSE OF FAILURE WAS UNKNOWN AT TIME OF R
EPORT
Action taken-
MATERIAL IS CONTAINED / WILL RECOVER MATERIAL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/22/1997 Time: 1845
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 30 LBS
Substance spilled: MIX AMINES CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 18 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 530029
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: PUMP
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
MIX FEED PUMP,1/2 INCH BLEED FROM THE PUMP WHEN SUCTION BLEW** SOURCE: M
IX FEED PUMP/CAUSE: 1/2" BLEED FROM THE SUCTION OF THE PUMP BLEW OUT
Miscellaneous-
NONE
Action taken-
BLOCK IN THE PUMP AND SECURED THE AIR RELEASE.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 03/22/1997 Time: 1945
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL: DIESEL CHRIS Code: ODS CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 530032
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: SOIL/DRAINAGE DITCH
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: T Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: OVERFLOW
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
320 GAL FUEL TANK OVERFILLED, CAUSING THE SPILL SOURCE: FUEL TANK (CAPAC
ITY: 320 GALS)/CAUSE: OVERFILLED THE TANK CAUSING THE SPILL
Miscellaneous-
SHEEN COLOR: UNKNOWN/SHEEN SIZE: UNKNOWN CALLER NOTIFIED THE LA DEQ/STAT
E POLICE/LOCAL SHERIFF. **OVERFILLED THE TANK, CAUSING THE SPILL***
Action taken-
BOOMS AND ABSORBENT PADS ARE BEING USED TO CLEAN UP THE SPILL. LEAK HAS
BEEN SECURED.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/26/1997 Time: 1520
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: DIETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: DEN CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 221 LBS
Substance spilled: ETHYLAMINE CHRIS Code: EAM CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 183 LBS
Substance spilled: AMMONIA CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 92597150
Amount spilled: 25 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 533583
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: OVERFLOW
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
TANK LEVEL FAILED & HIGH LEVEL TRIP FAILED,TANK OVERFLOWED TANK LEVEL FA
ILED & HIGH LEVEL TRIP FAILED / THE TANK OVERFLOWED / THE MATERIAL WAS C
ONTAINED WITHIN THE DIKE & NO OUTSIDE IMPACT
Miscellaneous-
NO ADDITIONAL INFORMATON GIVEN WILL NOTIFY: DEQ **THE TANK OVERFLOWED/TH
E MATERIAL WAS CONTAINED WITHIN THE DIKE WITH NO OUTSIDE IMPACT***
Action taken-
SECURED / WILL PUMP INTO SUMP AND THEN TO THEIR WASTE TREATMENT FACILITY
/ AFFECTED SOIL WILL BE REMEDIATED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/12/1997 Time: 0410
Street: CORNER OF HIGHWAY 30 AND 74
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMINE COMPOUNDS CHRIS Code: NCC CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 544407
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: CONTAINER LEAK
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
PROCESS UNIT, UNKNOWN HOLE IN PIPING PROCESS UNIT / UNKNOWN HOLE IN PIPI
NG
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:DEQ
Action taken-
WILL SECURE UNIT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/15/1997 Time: 2155
Street: PO BOX 1 1 MI S OF LA74 ON HWY 30
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: PO BOX 1
City: ST GABRIELLE State: LA Zip: 70776
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: AMMONIA, ANHYDROUS CHRIS Code: AMA CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 552822
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: PUMP
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
FEED PUMP TO PROCESS UNIT/SEAL FAILURE FEED PUMP TO PROCESS UNIT / SEAL
FAILURE
Miscellaneous-
PART OF THE RELEASE WAS LIQUID BUT NOT MUCH WILL NOTIFY: DEQ
Action taken-
SECURED AT 2200 / ATMOSPHERE MOST / REMAINDER WAS WASHED DOWN WITH A FIR
E HOSE AND WENT TO A WASTE TREATMENT FACILITY
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Basic spill information-
Date: 02/05/1997 Time: 1530
Street: 2820 QUIGLEY RD
City: CLEAVELAND State: OH Zip: 44103
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 8216 PRINCETON GLENDALE RD #111
City: WEST CHESTER State: OH Zip: 45069
County: D & B Number:
Number of people evacuated: 5
Substance spilled: CHLORINE GAS CHRIS Code: CLX
Amount spilled: 10 LBS
ERNS Report ID: 523407
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: ATMOSPHERE
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
CHLORINE CYLINDER / GASKET AT THE VALVED FAILED
Miscellaneous-
RATE OF RELEASE IS UNDER INVESTIGATION AT THIS TIME / EVACUATED PERSONNE
L WERE EMPLOYEES
Action taken-
SECURED LEAK BY TURNING THE CYLINDER OFF
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Basic spill information-
Date: 01/21/1997 Time: 0200
Street: 2820 QUIGLEY RD
City: CLEVELAND State: OH Zip: 44113
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 8216 PRINCETON GLENDALE RD #11
City: WEST CHESTER State: OH Zip: 45069
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL, MISC: LUBRICATING CHRIS Code: OLB CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 100 GAL or 750 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 528717
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
COMPRESSOR / THE MATERIAL WAS ACCIDENTALLY SPILLED DURING MAINTENANCE WO
RK ON THE UNIT
Miscellaneous-
THE CALLER HAD NO OTHER INFORMATION. FOLLOW-UP REPORT LETTER DATED 1-22-
97, FROM CARRA ELIS CLRYSOVERGES IN FILES.
Action taken-
CLEANED UP THE MATERIAL USING ABSORBENTS / THE CONTAMINATED SOIL IS BEIN
G EXCAVATED
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/16/1997 Time: 0515
Street: 2820 QUIGLEY ROAD 01.40 COMPRESSOR BUILDING
City: CLEVELAND State: OH Zip: 44113
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 2820 QUIGLEY ROAD
City: CLEVELAND State: OH Zip: 44113
County: CUYAHOGA D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL, MISC: TURBINE CHRIS Code: OTB CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 200 GAL or 1,440 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 550164
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
PROCESS COMPRESSOR OIL SYSTEM HOSE / FAILURE OF FLEXIBLE HOSE
Miscellaneous-
NO OTHER INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY CALLER. FOLLOW-UP LETTER DATED 7-28-97,
WITHREPORT, FROM CARA ELLIS CHRYSSOVERGIS IN FILES.
Action taken-
PLACED SORBENT MATERIAL ON SPILLED PRODUCT
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/10/1997 Time: 1900
Street: 5901 NORTH 13TH ST
City: TERRE HAUTE State: IN Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 8216 PRINCETON GLENDALE RD #11
City: WEST CHESTER State: OH Zip: 45069
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL, MISC: MOTOR CHRIS Code: OMT CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 40 GAL or 300 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 550935
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
COMPRESSOR / A FITTING FAILED CAUSING A RELEASE OF OIL
Miscellaneous-
FOLLOW-UP LETTER, WITH REPORT, DATED 7-17-97, FROM CARA ELLIS CHRYSSOVER
GIS, IN FILES.
Action taken-
RELEASE WAS SECURED / WILL REMOVE CONTAMINATED GRAVEL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/30/1997 Time: 1530
Street: 2500 YANKEE ROAD
City: MIDDLETOWN State: OH Zip: 45044
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICAL
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 8216 PRINCETON GLENDALE RD #11
City: WEST CHESTER State: OH Zip: 45069
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: CHLORINE CHRIS Code: CLX CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 150 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 556975
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
150 LBS CYLINDER OF CHLORINE GAS / THERE WAS A PINHOLE SIZED LEAK IN THE
SIDE OF THE CYLINDER
Miscellaneous-
CALLER SUSPECTS LEAK MAY HAVE BEEN ON-GOING SLOWLY OVER A PERIOD OF TIME
. FOLLOW-UP REPORT DATED 10-2-97, FROM CARA CHRYSOVEGIS IN FILES.
Action taken-
HAZMAT TEAM SURVEYED AREA / MOST OF THE MATERIAL HAD DISSIPATED WASHING
OFF AREA WITH A BAKING SODA SOLUTION
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Basic spill information-
Date: 04/07/1997 Time: 0000
City: COLUMBIA BORO State: PA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
City: COLUMBIA BORO State: PA Zip:
County: LANCASTER D & B Number:
Substance spilled: HYDRAULIC FLUID CHRIS Code: HFO CAS: 80741174
Amount spilled: 10 GAL or 65 lbs
ERNS Report ID: 535427
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: NONE
Transport Mode: UNKNOWN (EPA REGIONS)
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: T
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: UNKNOWN
Event Description-
OIL SPILL ONTO MACADAM
Miscellaneous-
PA DEP III INCIDENT REPORT PROVIDED TO EPA.
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Basic spill information-
Date: 06/12/1997 Time: 1000
Street: UNIVERSITY BLVD & RICHARD ROAD
City: JACKSONVILLE State: FL Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL: DIESEL CHRIS Code: ODS CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 70 GAL or 490 lbs ; 5 GAL in water
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 540539
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
VEHICLE TRACTOR ACCIDENT PUNCTURED DIESEL TANK.
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY: STATE
Action taken-
JAX BIO-ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION SERVICES O/S. CLEANU
P IN PROGRESS. ONLY SMALL AMOUNT MAY HAVE GONE INTO STORM DRAIN
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Basic spill information-
Date: 07/19/1997 Time: 0500
Street: RT 77, 6 MILES SOUTH OF VICTORIA
City: VICTORIA State: TX Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEM.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 7201 HAMILTON BLVD.
City: ALLENTOWN State: PA Zip: 18195-1501
County: LEHIGH D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL, FUEL: NO. 2-D CHRIS Code: OTD CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 546070
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: T Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: COLETTO CREEK > UNKNOWN
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: T Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: COLLISION
Source Code: TANK
Event Description-
TANKER TRUCK, STRUCK A BRIDGE ABUTTMENT,ENDING UP IN COLETTO CR TANKER T
RUCK / STRUCK A BRIDGE EMBUTTMENT AND ENDED UP IN COLETTO CREEK/ SADDLE
TANKS WERE SEEPING
Miscellaneous-
TANKER AND TRACTOR ARE SEPARATED / TANK IS PARTIALLY SUBMERGED IN THE WA
TER / TRACTOR IS COMPLETELY SUBMERGED **SADDLE TANKS WERE SEEPING**
Action taken-
CLEAN UP CREW IS ON-SCENE
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Basic spill information-
Date: 10/18/1997 Time: 1000
Street: 1423 HWY 225 PO BOX 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225 PO BOX 3326
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77501
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHANOL CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 82563615
Amount spilled: 7,855 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 556962
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: T Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FITTING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
LOW PRESSURE UNIT FOR METHANOL VAPOR/BLIND IN VENT LINE** LOW PRESSURE U
NIT FOR METHANOL VAPOR / BLIND IN VENT LINE RV LIFTED AT 2 LBS
Miscellaneous-
DURATION OF RELEASE: 10 HOURS WILL NOTIFY: TNRCC / LEPC **BLIND IN VENT
LINE RV LIFTED AT 2 LBS**8
Action taken-
SYSTEM SECURED AND REMOVED BLIND
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Basic spill information-
Date: 11/11/1997 Time: 0649
Street: INTERSECTION OF CAMPBELLTON ST AND CHURCH ST
City: DOUGLASVILLE State: GA Zip:
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS EXPRESS
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
City: DEER PARKS State: TX Zip:
County: D & B Number:
Substance spilled: OIL, FUEL: NO. 2-D CHRIS Code: OTD CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 200 GAL or 1,400 lbs
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 559968
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other:
Transport Mode: HIGHWAY RELATED
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: T Equipment failure: F Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Event Description-
TANK TRUCK WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AND RUPTURED A FUEL TANK
Action taken-
SAND HAS BEEN PLACED ON TOP OF THE SPILL
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Basic spill information-
Date: 08/18/1997 Time: 0100
Street: 1423 HWY 225 METHANOL TOWER
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS INC
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: METHYL ALCOHOL CHRIS Code: MAL CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 50,000 LBS
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 550322
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: F Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: POTW
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Cause Code: FITTING
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
DISTTILATION TOWER UNIT MALFUNCTION DISTILLATION TOWER UNIT MALFUNCTION
Miscellaneous-
TOTAL AMOUNT 0500 20AUG - 0500 21AUG 13333 LBS TO THE POTW WILL NOTIFY:S
ERC / LEPC / COUNTY
Action taken-
MATERIAL CONTAINED IN THE POTW 0500 21 AUG - 0500 24 AUG 61,791 LBS WILL
BE TRANSFERRED TO THE POTW
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Basic spill information-
Date: 09/26/1997 Time: 0005
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
Discharger information-
Discharger: AIR PRODUCTS MFG. CORP.
Type: PRIVATE ENTERPRISE
Street: 1423 HWY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: HARRIS D & B Number:
Substance spilled: ASPHALT CHRIS Code: ASP CAS: 53897628
Amount spilled: 0 UNK
This is not the initial ERNS report for this incident.
ERNS Report ID: 554003
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Further information follows-
Environmental media involved (T/F or True/False)-
Air: F Land: T Water: F Groundwater: F Facility: F Other: F
Waterway/other: PIPE RACK /SOIL
Transport Mode: FIXED FACILITY
Causes of incident (T/F or True/False)-
Trans. accident: F Equipment failure: T Dumping: F Unknown: F
Operator Error: F Natural Phenomenon: F Other cause: F
Source Code: PLANT
Event Description-
TDA TARS UNIT,TRANSFER LINE DEVELOPED A LEAK DURING LOADING TDA TARS UNI
T / TRANSFER LINE DEVELOPED A LEAK DURING LOADING OF A TRAILER
Miscellaneous-
WILL NOTIFY:TNRCC / COUNTY
Action taken-
RELEASE SECURED / CREW ON SITE
*END OF REPORT*
DISCHARGER REPORT (ARIP DATA)
search used- Facility name: AIR PRODUCT*
City: ALL
State: ALL
Owner Name: ALL
SIC Code: ALL
ARIP Log Num: ALL
Damages: Both records with and without damages
Year : ALL
Level of Detail: HIGH
Results:
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of EPA's ARIP database. RTK NET is run by OMB Watch
at 1742 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington DC 20009 Phone: 202-234-8494
The search was done on 09/03/2001.
This copy of the database was last updated on 09/01/1997.
If you don't see the words *END OF REPORT* at the end of this search,
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Reporting Year: 1986
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1986
Address: P.O. BOX 467
City: PENSACOLA State: FL Zip: 32592
County: Dun & Bradstreet #:
Phone: SIC(s): 2821
Owner: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Number of employees: 0
Primary Product: PLASIC MATERIALS AND RESINS
Release start date: 10/05/1986 Time: 19:56
Release end date : 10/05/1986 Time: 20:51
Chemical Name: VINYL CHLORIDE CAS Number: 75014
Concentration (%): 100% Physical State: GAS
Air: 8.80 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 8.80 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 10/06/1986 11:20
/ /
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 9959 ARIP ID: 79
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: VALVE: GENERAL
EPA Region: 04 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
Immediate activities in response to release-
APPLY SPRAY SCRUBBER/CURTAIN
TRANSFER CONTENTS FROM FAILED EQUIPMENT
DIVERT RELEASE TO TREATMENT
OTHER (DESCRIBE)
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT; INSPECTION
REVIEW/CHANGE SOP
EXPAND OPERATOR TRAINING
Reporting Year: 1987
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1987
Address: P.O. BOX 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: Dun & Bradstreet #:
Phone: SIC(s): 2821
Owner: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Number of employees: 0
Primary Product: ORGANIC CHEMICALS AND POLYMERS
Release start date: 04/21/1987 Time: 02:30
Release end date : 04/21/1987 Time: 02:35
Chemical Name: VINYL CHLORIDE CAS Number: 75014
Concentration (%): 2.3% Physical State: GAS
Air: 23.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 23.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
KY ESDA 04/21/1987 08:00 BOB DEDMAN
04/21/1987 08:05 LINDA BYERLY
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 0 ARIP ID: 65
Release caused by: (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: PROCESS VESSEL: GENERAL
EPA Region: 04 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
Immediate activities in response to release-
NONE
Causes(s) of release-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1987
Address: P.O. BOX 97
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: Dun & Bradstreet #:
Phone: SIC(s): 2821
Owner: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Number of employees: 0
Release start date: 04/28/1987 Time: 18:30
Release end date : 04/28/1987 Time: 22:30
Chemical Name: VINYL CHLORIDE CAS Number: 75014
Concentration (%): 100% Physical State: VAPOR
Air: 2,260.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 2,260.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 04/28/1987 23:16
KY AQO 04/29/1987 16:12
KY DES 04/28/1987 23:02
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 4363 ARIP ID: 78
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: PIPING: GENERAL
EPA Region: 04 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
Immediate activities in response to release-
TRANSFER CONTENTS FROM FAILED EQUIPMENT
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
CONTROLS FOR OPERATIONS MONITORING AND WARNING
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
CHECK FOR SIMILAR WEAKNESSES IN SYSTEM AND UPGRADE EQUIPMENT IF NECESSARY
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1987
Address: P.O. BOX 467
City: PENSACOLA State: FL Zip: 32592
County: Dun & Bradstreet #:
Phone: SIC(s): 2873
Owner: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Number of employees: 0
Primary Product: NITROGEN FERTILIZERS
Release start date: 01/21/1987 Time: 16:00
Release end date : 01/21/1987 Time: 16:15
Chemical Name: NITRIC ACID CAS Number: 7697372
Concentration (%): 56% Physical State: LIQUID
Air: 0.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 4,810.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 4,810.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 01/22/1987 12:15
FL DER 01/22/1987 12:04 JOE MAY
01/22/1987 15:10 TOM ROCHE
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 619 ARIP ID: 67
Release caused by: B (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: STORAGE VESSEL: GENERAL
EPA Region: 04 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
Immediate activities in response to release-
ISOLATE FEEDS
DILUTE AND/OR NEUTRALIZE
OTHER (DESCRIBE)
End effect(s) of release-
SPILL
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EXPAND OPERATOR TRAINING
REVIEW/CHANGE SOP
Reporting Year: 1988
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1988
Address: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DRIVE
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 04-122-2365
Phone: SIC(s): 2813
Owner: DEXTER BAKER Number of employees: 120
Primary Product: INDUSTRIAL GASES
Release start date: 10/20/1988 Time: 10:55
Release end date : 10/20/1988 Time: 10:56
Chemical Name: AMMONIA CAS Number: 7664417
Concentration (%): 100% Physical State: GAS
Air: 220.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 220.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 10/20/1988 11:25
LA DEQ 10/20/1988 11:25 BOB WASCONIK
NEW ORLEANS FIRE DEPT. (LEPC) 10/20/1988 11:25
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 18743 ARIP ID: 400
Latitude: 3-00 Longitude: 08-95
Release caused by: (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: STORAGE VESSEL: GENERAL
EPA Region: 06 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
REDUCE SYSTEM PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE
Causes(s) of release-
"UPSET" CONDITION
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Methods of communication with public-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
INTERLOCKS
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
REVIEW/CHANGE SOP
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1988
Address: 4575 HIGHWAY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32591
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 00-815-5673
Phone: SIC(s): 2869 2873 2821
Owner: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS, INC. Number of employees: 290
Primary Product: METHANOL,METHYL AND OTHER AMINES, AQUA AMMONIA,ETC
Release start date: 11/29/1988 Time: 03:00
Release end date : 11/29/1988 Time: 03:15
Chemical Name: AMMONIA CAS Number: 7664417
Concentration (%): 100% Physical State: LIQUID
Air: 92.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 225.00 (lbs)
Total: 317.00 (lbs)
Chemical Name: TRIMETHYLAMINE CAS Number: 75505
Concentration (%): 4% Physical State: VAPOR
Air: 4.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 13.00 (lbs)
Total: 17.00 (lbs)
Responders Employees Contractors Public Total
Injuries : 0 1 0 0 1
Hospitalized: 0 1 0 0 1
Deaths : 0 0 0 0 0
Evacuated : 0 0 0 0
Shelter-in-place: 0 0 0 0
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 11/29/1988 04:17
FL DEPT COMMUNITY AFFAIRS 11/29/1988 04:07 MR. BARRY PEOPLES
EMA 11/29/1988 03:53
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 16022 ARIP ID: 2629
Latitude: 30-34 Longitude: 87-09
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: PUMP: GENERAL
EPA Region: 04 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
PROCESS CONTROL DEVICE INDICATION
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
APPLY SPRAY SCRUBBER/CURTAIN
SHUT/OPEN VALVE
DIVERT RELEASE TO TREATMENT
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Methods of communication with public-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONS
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
BACKUP/REDUNDANT SYSTEMS
BYPASS/SURGE SYSTEMS
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
Reporting Year: 1989
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1989
Address: 1423 HIGHWAY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 06-509-1969
Phone: SIC(s): 2865 2869 2873
Owner: DEXTER BAKER, CEO Number of employees: 175
Primary Product: NITRIC ACID DINITROTOLUENE, TOLUENEDIAMINE
Release start date: 10/17/1989 Time: 22:17
Release end date : 10/17/1989 Time: 22:20
Chemical Name: AMMONIA CAS Number: 7664417
Concentration (%): 100% Physical State: VAPOR
Air: 1,600.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 1,600.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 10/18/1989 03:35
TX ACB 10/18/1989 03:30 LARRY PRETTY
HARRIS CO. DPC 10/18/1989 03:25 ALAN DAWSON
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 25579 ARIP ID: 1506
Latitude: 29-43 Longitude: 95 -11
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: OTHER
EPA Region: 06 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
PROCESS CONTROL DEVICE INDICATION
Immediate activities in response to release-
OTHER (DESCRIBE)
Causes(s) of release-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Methods of communication with public-
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
INVENTORY/CAPACITY REDUCTIONS
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONS
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
INVENTORY/CAPACITY REDUCTIONS
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
BYPASS/SURGE SYSTEMS
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
CHECK FOR SIMILAR WEAKNESSES IN SYSTEM AND UPGRADE EQUIPMENT IF NECESSARY
REVIEW/CHANGE SOP
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1989
Address: RD #1 BOX 351
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip: 18252
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 06-977-8967
Phone: SIC(s): 2813
Owner: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS,INC Number of employees: 204
Primary Product: SPECIALTY AND ELECTRONIC GASES
Release start date: 07/25/1989 Time: 13:45
Release end date : 07/25/1989 Time: 13:46
Chemical Name: HYDROGEN CHLORIDE CAS Number: 7647010
Concentration (%): 100% Physical State: GAS
Air: 36.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 36.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 07/25/1989 17:10
PA EMA 07/25/1989 17:15 MR. MARSH JOHNSON
LEPC 07/25/1989 16:55
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 15505 ARIP ID: 1055
Latitude: 40-50 Longitude: 76-01
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: PIPING: GENERAL
EPA Region: 03 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
SHUT/OPEN VALVE
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Methods of communication with public-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
BACKUP/REDUNDANT SYSTEMS
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
EQUIPMENT; INSPECTION
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
EVALUATE/REFINE/IMPROVE PROCESS
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1989
Address: HIGHWAY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 05-583-1838
Phone: SIC(s): 2821 2869
Owner: MR. DEXTER S. BAKER Number of employees: 420
Primary Product: POLYMERS
Release start date: 09/21/1989 Time: 20:50
Release end date : 09/21/1989 Time: 21:32
Chemical Name: VINYL CHLORIDE CAS Number: 75014
Concentration (%): Physical State: GAS
Air: 3.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 3.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 09/21/1989 21:15
KY SERC 09/21/1989 21:15 BLANKENBAKER
MARSHALL CO LEPC 09/21/1989 21:15
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 0 ARIP ID: 2597
Latitude: 37-02 Longitude: 88-21
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: PUMP: GENERAL
EPA Region: 04 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
PERMANENTLY CLOSED
How release was discovered-
PROCESS CONTROL DEVICE INDICATION
CHEMICAL SPECIFIC DETECTOR, ALARM
Immediate activities in response to release-
REDUCE SYSTEM PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE
PLANT/PROCESS SHUTDOWN
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Methods of communication with public-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
BACKUP/REDUNDANT SYSTEMS
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
EVALUATE/REFINE/IMPROVE PROCESS
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1989
Address: R. D. #1 BOX 351
City: TAMAQUA State: PA Zip: 18252
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 06-977-8967
Phone: SIC(s): 2813
Owner: AIR PRODUCTS & CHEMICALS, INC. Number of employees: 211
Primary Product: SPECIALTY AND ELECTRONICS GASES
Release start date: 02/10/1989 Time: 20:20
Release end date : 02/10/1989 Time: 20:21
Chemical Name: HYDROGEN CHLORIDE CAS Number: 7647010
Concentration (%): 100% Physical State: GAS
Air: 65.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 65.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 02/10/1989 21:20
PA SERC 02/10/1989 21:10 MR. JOHN COMEY
LEPC 02/10/1989 20:30 UNKNOWN
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 2040 ARIP ID: 690
Latitude: 40-50 Longitude: 76 -01
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: VALVE: GENERAL
EPA Region: 03 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
NONE
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Environmental effect(s)-
NONE
Methods of communication with public-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
BACKUP/REDUNDANT SYSTEMS
BYPASS/SURGE SYSTEMS
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
CHECK FOR SIMILAR WEAKNESSES IN SYSTEM AND UPGRADE EQUIPMENT IF NECESSARY
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1989
Address: HIGHWAY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 05-583-1838
Phone: SIC(s): 2821 2869
Owner: MR. DEXTER S. BAKER Number of employees: 420
Primary Product: POLYMERS
Release start date: 06/02/1989 Time: 13:08
Release end date : 06/02/1989 Time: 13:16
Chemical Name: VINYL CHLORIDE CAS Number: 75014
Concentration (%): Physical State: GAS
Air: 701.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 701.00 (lbs)
Chemical Name: POLY VINYL CHLORIDE CAS Number: 23505411
Concentration (%): Physical State: SOLID
Air: 0.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 3,270.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 3,270.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 06/02/1989 17:15
KY SERC 06/02/1989 17:10 D. O. WALLACE
MARSHALL CO LEPC 06/02/1989 17:00 MARSHA PENNY
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 0 ARIP ID: 2598
Latitude: 37-02 Longitude: 88-21
Release caused by: (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: PIPING: GENERAL
EPA Region: 04 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
SHUT/OPEN VALVE
Causes(s) of release-
MAINTENANCE ACTIVITY
End effect(s) of release-
SPILL
VAPOR RELEASE
Methods of communication with public-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
INTERLOCKS
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
REVIEW/CHANGE SOP
EVALUATE/REFINE/IMPROVE PROCESS
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1989
Address: 4575 HIGHWAY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 00-815-5673
Phone: SIC(s): 2869 2873 2821
Owner: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS,INC Number of employees: 290
Primary Product: METHANOL,METHYL AND OTHER AMINES, AQUA AMMONIA,ETC
Release start date: 02/20/1989 Time: 19:15
Release end date : 02/20/1989 Time: 19:45
Chemical Name: AMMONIA CAS Number: 7664417
Concentration (%): Physical State: VAPOR
Air: 168.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 168.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 02/20/1989 21:40
FL DEM 02/20/1989 21:35 MR. PEOPLES
SANTA ROSA CO. CIVIL DEFENSE 02/20/1989 21:53
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 0 ARIP ID: 2628
Latitude: 30-34 Longitude: 87-09
Release caused by: (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: OTHER
EPA Region: 04 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
PROCESS CONTROL DEVICE INDICATION
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
REDUCE SYSTEM PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE
ISOLATE FEEDS
PLANT/PROCESS SHUTDOWN
Causes(s) of release-
"UPSET" CONDITION
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Methods of communication with public-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
NONE
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1989
Address: HIGHWAY 95
City: CALVERT CITY State: KY Zip: 42029
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 05-583-1838
Phone: SIC(s): 2821 2869
Owner: MR. DEXTER S. BAKER Number of employees: 420
Primary Product: POLYMERS
Release start date: 06/08/1989 Time: 22:30
Release end date : 06/09/1989 Time: 02:00
Chemical Name: VINYL CHLORIDE CAS Number: 75014
Concentration (%): 9.7% Physical State: GAS
Air: 309.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 309.00 (lbs)
Chemical Name: ETHYLENE CAS Number: 74851
Concentration (%): 88.1% Physical State: GAS
Air: 2,800.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 2,800.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 06/09/1989 04:08
KY DER 06/09/1989 04:02 MR. WASFORD
LEPC 06/09/1989 03:55
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 0 ARIP ID: 2601
Latitude: 37-02 Longitude: 88-21
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: OTHER
EPA Region: 04 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
SHUT DOWN FOR REPAIRS; WITH PLANS TO RESTART
How release was discovered-
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
ISOLATE FEEDS
Causes(s) of release-
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Methods of communication with public-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
BACKUP/REDUNDANT SYSTEMS
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
EVALUATE/INSTALL BACKUP PROCESS EQUIPMENT
EVALUATE/REFINE/IMPROVE PROCESS
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1989
Address: 4575 HIGHWAY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 00-815-5673
Phone: SIC(s): 2869 2873 2821
Owner: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS,INC Number of employees: 290
Primary Product: METHANOL,METHYL & OTHER AMINES, AQUA AMMONIA, ETC.
Release start date: 03/03/1989 Time: 02:55
Release end date : 03/03/1989 Time: 03:05
Chemical Name: VINYL CHLORIDE CAS Number: 75014
Concentration (%): Physical State: VAPOR
Air: 171.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 171.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 03/03/1989 03:12
FL DEM 03/03/1989 03:10
SANTA ROSA CO. CIVIL DEFENSE 03/03/1989 03:07
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 0 ARIP ID: 2626
Latitude: 30-34 Longitude: 87-09
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: PROCESS VESSEL: GENERAL
EPA Region: 04 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
PROCESS CONTROL DEVICE INDICATION
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
REDUCE SYSTEM PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE
TRANSFER CONTENTS FROM FAILED EQUIPMENT
PLANT/PROCESS SHUTDOWN
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Methods of communication with public-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
BYPASS/SURGE SYSTEMS
INTERLOCKS
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
NONE
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1989
Address: 4575 HIGHWAY 90 EAST
City: PACE State: FL Zip: 32571
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 00-815-5673
Phone: SIC(s): 2869 2873 2821
Owner: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS,INC Number of employees: 290
Primary Product: METHANOL,METHYL AND OTHER AMINES, AQUA AMMONIA,ETC
Release start date: 03/23/1989 Time: 19:50
Release end date : 03/23/1989 Time: 21:29
Chemical Name: VINYL CHLORIDE CAS Number: 75014
Concentration (%): Physical State: VAPOR
Air: 46.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 46.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 03/23/1989 20:04
FL DEM 03/23/1989 19:59
SANTA ROSA CO. CIVIL DEFENSE 03/23/1989 19:57 SANTA ROSA CO. CIVIL DEFENSE
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 0 ARIP ID: 2627
Latitude: 30-34 Longitude: 87-09
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: VALVE: GENERAL
EPA Region: 04 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
PROCESS CONTROL DEVICE INDICATION
CHEMICAL SPECIFIC DETECTOR, ALARM
Immediate activities in response to release-
REDUCE SYSTEM PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE
TRANSFER CONTENTS FROM FAILED EQUIPMENT
PLANT/PROCESS SHUTDOWN
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Methods of communication with public-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
BYPASS/SURGE SYSTEMS
INTERLOCKS
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
CHECK FOR SIMILAR WEAKNESSES IN SYSTEM AND UPGRADE EQUIPMENT IF NECESSARY
Reporting Year: 1990
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1990
Address: 1423 HIGHWAY 225
City: PASADENA State: TX Zip: 77506
County: Dun & Bradstreet #: 06-509-1969
Phone: SIC(s): 2865 2869 2873
Owner: DEXTER BAKER (CEO) Number of employees: 185
Primary Product: MANU. OF DINITROTOLUENE,TOLUENEDIAMINE,NITRIC ACID
Release start date: 03/24/1990 Time: 21:25
Release end date : 03/24/1990 Time: 21:40
Chemical Name: NITRIC ACID CAS Number: 7697372
Concentration (%): 50% Physical State: LIQUID
Air: 0.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 2,430.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 2,430.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 03/24/1990 23:00
TX WATER COMMISSION 03/24/1990 23:05 EMER. RESP. TELEPHONE OPERATOR
HARRIS CO. PCA 03/24/1990 23:10
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 12796 ARIP ID: 1853
Latitude: 29-43 Longitude: 95-11
Release caused by: (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: OTHER
EPA Region: 06 ERNS Report Date: / / Time:
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
ISOLATE FEEDS
DILUTE AND/OR NEUTRALIZE
PLANT/PROCESS SHUTDOWN
DIVERT RELEASE TO TREATMENT
Causes(s) of release-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
MAINTENANCE ACTIVITY
End effect(s) of release-
SPILL
Environmental effect(s)-
NONE
Methods of communication with public-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
CHECK FOR SIMILAR WEAKNESSES IN SYSTEM AND UPGRADE EQUIPMENT IF NECESSARY
Reporting Year: 1991
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1991
Address: 3790 HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE Dun & Bradstreet #: 08-555-1877
Phone: (504) 642-4213 SIC(s): 2869
Owner: D.R. EMERT/AIR PRODUCTS Number of employees: 100
Primary Product: MANUFACTURING - ALKYLAMINES & ETHYLENEAMINES
Release : 3790 HWY 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE Phone: (504) 642-4213
Release start date: 05/20/1991 Time: 03:00
Release end date : 05/20/1991 Time: 03:20
Chemical Name: DIETHYLAMINE CAS Number: 109897
Concentration (%): 20 Physical State: LIQUID
Air: 0.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 7,700.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 7,700.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
Facility Cost: $1,000 Public Cost: $ Total Cost: $1,000
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
LA DEQ 05/20/1991 05:45 BRENDA KERNS
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 72579 ARIP ID: 3068
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: STORAGE VESSEL: OVERFLOW
EPA Region: 06 ERNS Report Date: 05/20/1991 Time: 05:45
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
CONTAINMENT
OTHER (DESCRIBE)
Causes(s) of release-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
End effect(s) of release-
SPILL
Environmental effect(s)-
NONE
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONS
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
AUDITS
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
CHANGE EQUIPMENT SETTINGS
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1991
Address: 3790 HWY. 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE Dun & Bradstreet #: 08-555-1877
Phone: (504) 642-4213 SIC(s): 2869
Owner: D.R. EMERT Number of employees: 100
Primary Product: CHEMICAL MANUFACTURE-ALKYLAMINES & ETHYLENEAMINES
Release : 3790 HWY. 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE Phone: (504) 642-4213
Release start date: 02/22/1991 Time: 13:14
Release end date : 02/22/1991 Time: 13:19
Chemical Name: AMMONIA CAS Number: 7664417
Concentration (%): 97.3% Physical State: GAS
Air: 8,013.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 8,013.00 (lbs)
Responders Employees Contractors Public Total
Injuries : 0 0 0 0 0
Hospitalized: 0 0 0 0 0
Deaths : 0 0 0 0 0
Evacuated : 0 0 0 0
Shelter-in-place: 50 25 0 75
Facility Cost: $45,000 Public Cost: $ Total Cost: $45,000
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
LA DEQ 02/22/1991 13:23 RICKY CANGELOSI
SHERIFF (LEPC) 02/22/1991 13:15 DEPUTY GOMEZ
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 4648 ARIP ID: 3602
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: PROCESS VESSEL: VENT
EPA Region: 06 ERNS Report Date: 02/22/1991 Time: 13:34
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
SHUT DOWN FOR REPAIRS; WITH PLANS TO RESTART
How release was discovered-
PROCESS CONTROL DEVICE INDICATION
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
REDUCE SYSTEM PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE
PLANT/PROCESS SHUTDOWN
OTHER (DESCRIBE)
Causes(s) of release-
UNSUITABLE EQUIPMENT
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Environmental effect(s)-
NONE
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONS
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
AUDITS
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
BACKUP/REDUNDANT SYSTEMS
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
Reporting Year: 1992
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1992
Address: 3790 HWY. 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE Dun & Bradstreet #: 08-555-1877
Phone: (504) 642-4213 SIC(s): 2869
Owner: D.R. EMERT Number of employees: 100
Primary Product: MANUFACTURE - ALKYLAMINES & ETHYLENEAMINES
Release : 3790 HWY. 30
City: ST. GABRIEL State: LA Zip: 70776
County: IBERVILLE Phone: (504) 642-4213
Release start date: 10/18/1992 Time: 22:20
Release end date : 10/18/1992 Time: 22:40
Chemical Name: AMMONIA CAS Number: 7664417
Concentration (%): 100% Physical State: GAS
Air: 407.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 407.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
No cost for property damage was reported.
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 10/18/1992 23:20 BION STEWART
LA POLICE 10/18/1992 23:23 W. BOUDREAUX
SHERIFF 10/18/1992 22:40 DISPATCHER (911)
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 141080 ARIP ID: 4632
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: PUMP: SEAL
EPA Region: 06 ERNS Report Date: 10/18/1992 Time: 23:20
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
SHUT DOWN FOR REPAIRS; WITH PLANS TO RESTART
How release was discovered-
THIRD PARTY NOTIFICATION
Immediate activities in response to release-
REDUCE SYSTEM PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE
OTHER (DESCRIBE)
SHUT/OPEN VALVE
Causes(s) of release-
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Environmental effect(s)-
NONE
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONS
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
AUDITS
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONS
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EVALUATE/REFINE/IMPROVE PROCESS
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1992
Address: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DRIVE
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
County: ORLEANS Dun & Bradstreet #: 04-122-2365
Phone: (504) 254-1590 SIC(s): 2813
Owner: WILLIAM GREER Number of employees: 150
Primary Product: HYDORGEN AND AMMONIA PRODUCTION
Release : 14700 INTRACOASTAL DRIVE
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
County: ORLEANS Phone: (504) 254-1590
Release start date: 10/15/1992 Time: 08:55
Release end date : 10/15/1992 Time: 09:10
Chemical Name: AMMONIA CAS Number: 7664417
Concentration (%): 100% Physical State: LIQUID/VAP
Air: 165.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 165.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
Facility Cost: $1,400 Public Cost: $ Total Cost: $1,400
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 10/15/1992 15:35 PO MAULDIN
LA DEQ 10/15/1992 09:40 NIKA WILLIAMS
NEW ORLEANS FIRE DEPT. 10/15/1992 09:25 NOT RECORDED
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 140799 ARIP ID: 4781
Latitude: 30:01 Longitude: 089:53
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: VALVE: GENERAL
EPA Region: 06 ERNS Report Date: 10/15/1992 Time: 15:35
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
NO INTERRUPTION; CONTINUED OPERATIONS
How release was discovered-
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
OTHER (DESCRIBE)
Causes(s) of release-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Environmental effect(s)-
NONE
Methods of communication with public-
TELEPHONE
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONS
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
AUDITS
INVENTORY/CAPACITY REDUCTIONS
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
INVENTORY/CAPACITY REDUCTIONS
NONE
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
BACKUP/REDUNDANT SYSTEMS
CONTROLS FOR OPERATIONS MONITORING AND WARNING
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
EQUIPMENT; INSPECTION
CHECK FOR SIMILAR WEAKNESSES IN SYSTEM AND UPGRADE EQUIPMENT IF NECESSARY
Reporting Year: 1993
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1993
Address: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DRIVE
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
County: ORLEANS Dun & Bradstreet #: 04-122-2365
Phone: (504) 254-1590 SIC(s): 2813
Owner: WILLIAM GREER - PLANT MGR. Number of employees: 150
Primary Product: HYDROGEN AND AMMONIA PRODUCTION
Release : 14700 INTRACOASTAL DRIVE
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
County: ORLEANS Phone: (504) 254-1590
Release start date: 02/08/1993 Time: 15:50
Release end date : 02/08/1993 Time: 15:52
Chemical Name: AMMONIA CAS Number: 7664417
Concentration (%): 100% Physical State: VAPOR
Air: 200.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 200.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
Facility Cost: $4,000 Public Cost: $ Total Cost: $4,000
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 02/09/1993 16:58 P.O. YUSKA
LA DEQ 02/08/1993 17:00 EVITA LAGARD
NEW ORLEANS FIRE DEPT. 02/08/1993 16:55 OPERATOR #13
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 157250 ARIP ID: 4906
Latitude: 30:01 Longitude: 089:53
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: PROCESS VESSEL: VENT
EPA Region: 06 ERNS Report Date: 02/08/1993 Time: 15:50
When release occured-
DURING ROUTINE OPERATION
Status of process line-
SHUT DOWN FOR REPAIRS; WITH PLANS TO RESTART
How release was discovered-
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
REDUCE SYSTEM PRESSURE/TEMPERATURE
PLANT/PROCESS SHUTDOWN
Causes(s) of release-
"UPSET" CONDITION
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Environmental effect(s)-
NONE
Methods of communication with public-
TELEPHONE
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONS
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
AUDITS
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
INVENTORY/CAPACITY REDUCTIONS
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
NONE
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
INTERLOCKS
NONE
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
MONITORING EQUIPMENT: INSPECTION/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
CHANGE EQUIPMENT SETTINGS
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Facility: AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS Reporting Year: 1993
Address: 14700 INTRACOASTAL DRIVE
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
County: ORLEANS Dun & Bradstreet #: 04-122-2365
Phone: (504) 254-1590 SIC(s): 2813
Owner: WILLIAM GREER Number of employees: 150
Primary Product: HYDROGEN & AMMONIA PRODUCTION
Release : 14700 INTRACOASTAL DRIVE
City: NEW ORLEANS State: LA Zip: 70129
County: ORLEANS Phone: (504) 254-1590
Release start date: 03/09/1993 Time: 08:15
Release end date : 03/09/1993 Time: 08:20
Chemical Name: AMMONIA CAS Number: 7664417
Concentration (%): 100% Physical State: VAPOR
Air: 450.00 Surface Water: 0.00 (lbs)
Land: 0.00 Treatment Facility: 0.00 (lbs)
Total: 450.00 (lbs)
No injuries, deaths, or evacuations were reported.
Facility Cost: $12,000 Public Cost: $ Total Cost: $12,000
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Authorities notified-
Name Date Time Contact Name
Federal: NRC 03/09/1993 08:45 P.O. LONG
LA DEQ 03/09/1993 08:55 P. SPOONER
NEW ORLEANS FIRE DEPT. 03/09/1993 08:40
Miscellaneous-
ERNS ID: NRC ID: 161313 ARIP ID: 4907
Latitude: 30:01 Longitude: 089:53
Release caused by: A (A=Equipment Failure, B=Operator Error)
Location of loss of containment: PROCESS VESSEL: VENT
EPA Region: 06 ERNS Report Date: 03/09/1993 Time: 08:45
When release occured-
WHILE IN PROCESS OF SHUTTING DOWN OPERATIONS
Status of process line-
SHUT DOWN FOR REPAIRS; WITH PLANS TO RESTART
How release was discovered-
OBSERVATION BY EMPLOYEE(S)
Immediate activities in response to release-
PLANT/PROCESS SHUTDOWN
INCINERATION/FLARES
Causes(s) of release-
"UPSET" CONDITION
End effect(s) of release-
VAPOR RELEASE
Environmental effect(s)-
NONE
Training, procedures, and management used before this release-
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONS
ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS
AUDITS
EMPLOYEE SAFETY TRAINING
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
EMERGENCY RESPONSE TRAINING
New training, procedures, and management used after this release-
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE/INSPECTIONS
Engineering systems or controls used before this release-
OTHER (PLEASE DESCRIBE)
New engineering systems or controls used after this release-
EQUIPMENT: UPGRADE/REFINE/REPAIR/REPLACEMENT/INSTALL
*END OF REPORT*
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