Mowdy Farms - Executive Summary |
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Mowdy Farms Certification Statement 6/99 The Risk Management Program that is outlined here describes our best estimates for worse case and alternative case scenarios. The prevention program herein accurately reflects the respect the owner/operators here have for the dangers involved in handling the chemical in the covered process. All concerned citizens are welcome to visit the facility and ask questions regarding the chemical, anhydrous ammonia, and the safety measures in place to assure its proper handling. Anhydrous Ammonia is a toxic gas, which has corrosive properties and it is an inhalation hazard. In the event of a sudden, uncontrollable release, where the total contents of the storage tank was released, as described in the worst case scenario enclosed in this report, inhabitants of local residences could be harmed. The best weapon against such an event occurring is planning and proper handling and maintenance of equipment. The weapon of choice for battling a sudden release is dilution and neutralization with water. A more likely event would be one as described in the alternative release scenario, where a hose ruptures. Shutting down the valve is the first action that would be taken in that event. Those in the immediate area (within 2/10 of a mile) may be affected. In the event of an emergency where a spill could not easily be contained by the operator on site, the Cleveland County Sheriff's Department and local fire officials will respond. Mowdy Farms is a small, family owned operation located outside of town proper in Lexington, Oklahoma, and serves as the local supplier for anhydrous ammonia for local farming facilities. In addition, the company offers custom application of the fertilizer for the local farmer who asks them to do so, as they have handled the chemical for several years. The Mowdys have distributed anhydrous ammonia commercially for less than a year, and the facility has not yet been formally inspected by any governing agen cies. There have been no reportable incidents while handling the chemical, and therefore no five year accident history to report. No one has ever been harmed at his facility. There are only two people who handle the workload here, so there is no formal training conducted at the facility. The undersigned certifies that, to the best of my knowledge, information and belief, formed after reasonable inquiry, the information submitted is true, accurate, and complete. Tony Mowdy Owner/Operator, Mowdy Farms |