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01/17/2001
AD # 1539
AD # 1539
TO ALL DEALERS:
**** PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE **** ****PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE****
A “PUBLIC HEARING” will be held on Thursday, January 25, 2001, 1723 Dallas Drive, Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA , at 8:30 a.m. in reference to changes in the Liquefied Petroleum Gas Rules and Regulations concerning L. P. Gas and Anhydrous Ammonia permit and registration renewals.
WARNING!!!! WARNING!!!! WARNING!!!!
UNDERCOVER OPERATIONS ARE ON GOING STATEWIDE IN REFERENCE TO FILLING OF OUT OF DATE CYLINDERS AND NOT USING SCALES WHEN FILLING CYLINDERS. BEWARE!!!!!!!!
ATTN: ALL PERMIT HOLDERS
Please be advised that any document (sketch, insurance, letter, fire and accident report etc.) submitted to the Commission from all permit holders must contain the EXACT dealer name that was approved by the Commission.
****REMINDER****REMINDER****
The L. P. Gas Commission Web Home Page is now “OPERATIONAL”. The Internet address is www.dps.state.la.us/lpg/home.html. There are a few “BUGS” to be worked out, however, it is very user-friendly. Most information can be downloaded. All information on the site is current and will be updated daily. The site contains various forms and information such as: the LA Revised Statutes (R. S. 40:1841, etc., for L. P. Gas and R. S. 3:1351, etc., for Anhydrous Ammonia), the Louisiana Administrative Code (Title 55, Chapters 1 & 2 for L. P. Gas, Title 55, Chapter 15 for Anhydrous Ammonia); Application forms to apply for various permits (L. P. Gas, Anhydrous Ammonia, Registrations and Name Changes), Dealer Sketch Form, Installation Report Form, Fire Report Form, Accident Report Form, Monthly Sales and Purchases Form (for both Class 1 and Class 4), Transport/Delivery Truck Waiver of Inspection Form, Reciprocal Examination and Reciprocal Inspection Forms, AD letters current as well as archived. Other communication devices will be added as required. Call the office if you require assistance.
AD #1539, page 2, continued,
The Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission continued its regular meeting Thursday, December 14, 2000 at 1723 Dallas Drive, Suite A, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The meeting was called to order by the Chairman with the following members present:
Mr. James A. Hopson, Chairman
Mr. Donald Kiper, Commissioner
Mr. John Montecino, Commissioner
also present were the Director, Charles Fuller and various dealers.
VIOLATIONS
Mr. Chad Frederick, 1817 Bud Pvt. Drive, Abbeville, LA 70510, Docket #000048
1. Did engage in the L. P. Gas business without obtaining the required permit; thus violating R. S. 40:1847 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended. Dismissed without prejudice..
Amerigas Propane L. P., 523 Jake Creel Rd., Dodson, LA 71422, Docket #000094
1. Did allow a refilled out-of-date DOT L. P. Gas cylinder #6479523R to be placed in commerce and transportation at Wal-Mart Store #839(Baton Rouge); thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (E)(10). Postponed until the January meeting.
2. Did service and place into service the installation at Wal-Mart #839, Baton Rouge, before receiving final approval from the office of the Director; thus violating LAC 55:IX.159.2.
Postponed until the January meeting.
Cordill Butane-Prop Serv Inc., 4030 Front St.- ATTN: Joe Cordill, Winnsboro, LA 71295, Docket #000095
1. Did service and place into service the installation at Winn Dixie Store #1577, Baton Rouge before receiving final approval from the office of the Director; thus violating LAC 55:IX.159.2. Found guilty and assessed a penalty of $150 suspended provided there are no other violations within twelve (12) months.
Cordill Butane-Prop Serv Inc., 4030 Front St.- ATTN: Joe Cordill, Winnsboro, LA 71295, Docket #000096
1. Did service and place into service the installation at Lowe’s #461, Baton Rouge before receiving final approval from the office of the Director; thus violating LAC 55:IX.159.2.
Continued until the January meeting.
AD #1539, page 3, continued,
Kurt’s Quick Stop, 9814 US Hwy. 167 - ATTN:Kurt Romero, Abbeville, LA 70510, Docket #000097
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Dismissed.
Rental Service Corporation, 125 Hord St. - ATTN: Mr. Picard, Harahan, LA 70123, Docket # 000098
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
- Dismissed.
Trak Food Store, 6216 Hwy 4 - ATTN: Scott Rainwater, Winnsboro, LA 71295, Docket #000099
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Found guilty and assessed a penalty of $400.00 and ordered to “Cease and Desist” all L. P. Gas operations until he meets the requirements of the Commission.
Amerigas Propane L. P., 523 Jake Creel Rd., Dodson, LA 71422, Docket #000100
1. Did service and place into service the installation at Ray’s Grocery, Leesville, before receiving final approval from the office of the Director; thus violating LAC 55:IX.159.2.
Postponed until the January meeting.
APPLICATIONS
The following application for a Class 4 permit was heard is hereby granted by the Commission pending completion of Commission requirements:
Salathe Oil Company Inc.
2226 Peters Rd. - ATTN: Les Lowery
Harvey, LA 70058
The following applications for Class 6 permits were heard and are hereby granted by the Commission pending completion of Commission requirements:
Tranquility Lakes RV Campground Wilda Grocery
431 Tranquility Dr.-Hwy 16 North 8715 Hwy 1200
Denham Springs, LA 70706 Boyce, LA 71409
AD #1539, page 4, continued,
The following applications for Class 6X permits were heard and are hereby ratified by the Commission:
Ray’s Grocery Swifty Serve
2210 Alexandria Hwy 880 West Commerce Rd.- Ste 400
Leesville, LA 71446 Harahan, LA 70123
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FIRES AND ACCIDENTS
FIRES AND ACCIDENTS
One dealer reported a fire damaged a mobile home. The fire is believed to have been started from the customer using and electric stove with an open gas line. There was loss of product and injuries were reported.
Several dealers reported six unrelated fires and one unrelated accident. The fires destroyed one home, damaged one home, one mobile home, two businesses, and one shed. The fires are believed to be caused from electrical problems, trash fire, and lightning. There was no loss of product and no injuries were reported.
One dealer reported an accident occurred when a vehicle pulled out in front of their truck. There was no loss of product and no injuries were reported.
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CONDEMNED TANKS
Herring Gas Company, Inc. reported one L. P. Gas tank that has been condemned as follows:
Year Mfg-1985 120 gallon - National - Serial #A490102
Inspector Terry McLain reported a condemned installation at the address listed below:
Rauch’s Store & Deli, 22069 Hwy 59, Abita Springs, LA 70420
AD #1539, page 5, continued,
The Liquefied Petroleum Gas Commission will meet at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 24, 2001 at 1723 Dallas Drive, Suite A, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The meeting is for routine business transpiring during the month and will be continued at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, January 25, 2001 at 1723 Dallas Drive, Suite A, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. At the Thursday morning meeting violators will be dealt with and applications will be considered.
VIOLATIONS
Amerigas Propane L. P., 523 Jake Creel Rd., Dodson, LA 71422, Docket #000094
1. Did allow a refilled out-of-date DOT L. P. Gas cylinder #6479523R to be placed in commerce and transportation at Wal-Mart Store #839(Baton Rouge); thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (E)(10).
2. Did service and place into service the installation at Wal-Mart #839, Baton Rouge, before receiving final approval from the office of the Director; thus violating LAC 55:IX.159.2.
Cordill Butane-Prop Serv Inc., 4030 Front St.- ATTN: Joe Cordill, Winnsboro, LA 71295, Docket #000096
1. Did service and place into service the installation at Lowe’s #461, Baton Rouge before receiving final approval from the office of the Director; thus violating LAC 55:IX.159.2.
Amerigas Propane L. P., 523 Jake Creel Rd., Dodson, LA 71422, Docket #000100
1. Did service and place into service the installation at Ray’s Grocery, Leesville, before receiving final approval from the office of the Director; thus violating LAC 55:IX.159.2.
Red River Butane, Rt 3 Box 264A-ATTN:R. G. Alexander, Coushatta, LA 71019, Docket # 10001
1. Did fail to maintain piping and auxiliary equipment in good mechanical condition at their bulk storage facility located on Juzan St., Campti, LA; thus violating LAC 55:IX.169.
Red River Butane, Rt 3 Box 264A-ATTN:R. G. Alexander, Coushatta, LA 71019, Docket # 10002
1. Did fail to maintain piping and auxiliary equipment in good mechanical condition at their bulk storage facility located on Highway 1220 , Natchez, LA; thus violating LAC 55:IX.169.
Red River Butane, Rt 3 Box 264A-ATTN:R. G. Alexander, Coushatta, LA 71019, Docket # 10003
1. Did fail to maintain piping and auxiliary equipment in good mechanical condition at their bulk storage facility located on Highway 507, Coushatta, LA; thus violating LAC 55:IX.169.
AD #1539, page 6, continued
Sabine Butane Gas Co., P. O. Box 115-ATTN: Welton Underwood, Many, LA 71449, Docket # 10004
1. Did allow driver, Donald Pantalion, to park truck #12 at Classic Cable, Many, LA without the use of chock blocks as required; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (A), NFPA 58 - 1995 6-3.8.
2. Did allow driver, Donald Pantalion, to park truck #12 at Classic Cable, Many, LA in a congested area; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (A), NFPA 58 - 1995 6-6.2.1(b).
Lowe’s , P. O. Box 1111 C/O Carolyn Eller, N Wilkesboro, NC 28656, Docket #10005
1. Did service and place into service the installation at Lowe’s #461, Baton Rouge before receiving final approval from the office of the Director; thus violating LAC 55:IX.159.2.
Phoenix Gas Liquids Co., 4804 Hazl Jones-ATTN: Bo Floyd, Bossier City, LA 71111, Docket #10006
1. Did allow driver, James Hargrave Jr, to park truck #66, trailer #55 at Shop-A-Lott #12 at Boyce, LA without the use of chock blocks as required; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (A), NFPA 58 - 1995 6-3.8.
2. Did allow driver, James Hargrave Jr, to operate truck #66, trailer #55 over the highways
- of the State of Louisiana with inoperable emergency pull cables; thus violating LAC 55:IX.169 (A).
Aeropres Propane Inc., 1324 N Hearne-Suite 200-ATTN: Ron Horne, Shreveport, LA 71107, Docket #10007
1. Did service and place into service the installation at Alton and Linda’s Kitchen, Natchitoches, LA before receiving final approval from the office of the Director; thus violating LAC 55:IX.159.2.
Taylor Propane Gas Co., P. O. Box 438-ATTN: B B Messimer Jr., Winnsboro, LA 75494, Docket # 10008
1. Did allow driver, Ronald L. Jacob, to park truck #19, trailer #31 at Shop-A-Lott, Highway 6, Natchitoches, LA without the use of chock blocks as required; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (A), NFPA 58 - 1995 6-3.8.
2. Did allow driver, Ronald L. Jacob, to operate truck #19, trailer #31 over the highways
- of the State of Louisiana with the main internal valve open; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (A), NFPA 58-1995 6-3.1.2, CFR 49 177.840.g .
Rental Service Corporation, 330 Griffith St, Pineville, LA 71360, Docket #10009
1. Did engage in the L. P. Gas business without obtaining the required permit; thus violating R. S. 40:1847 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
AD #1539, page 7, continued,
Rental Service Corporation, 3612 Coliseum Blvd., Alexandria, LA 71303, Docket # 10010
1. Did engage in the L. P. Gas business without obtaining the required permit; thus violating R. S. 40:1847 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Louisiana Fire Extinguisher Inc., 8339 Athens Ave., Baton Rouge, LA 70814, Docket #10011
1. Did allow employee to requalify a 30 lb. DOT L. P. Gas cylinder for Jim Toney without obtaining a permit with this Commission; thus violating LAC 55:IX.113.11.
2. Did allow employee to requalify a 30 lb. DOT L. P. Gas cylinder for Jim Toney without the required card of competency; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (C)(1) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
3. Did allow employee to requalify a 30 lb. DOT L. P. Gas cylinder for Jim Toney without the required overfill prevention device; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (E)(11).
Highway 10 One Stop, 59271 Hwy 10 West, Bogalusa, LA 70427, Docket #10012
1. Did allow employee, Lonnie Miley, to fill an out-of-date DOT L. P. Gas cylinder without being requalified; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (E)(10).
Exxon Seven to Eleven, 15019 Hwy. 21 South-ATTN:Harold Talley, Bogalusa, LA 70427, Docket #10013
1. Did allow employee, Harold Magee, Jr., to fill an out-of-date DOT L. P. Gas cylinder without being requalified; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (E)(10).
2. Did allow employee, Harold Magee, Jr., to fill a DOT L. P. Gas cylinder without the required card of competency; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (C)(1) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Bogalusa Equip. Sales & Rental, 14234 Hwy. 21 South-ATTN:Jason Lumpkin, Bogalusa, La 70427, Docket #10014
1. Did allow employee, Jason E. Lumpkin, to fill an out-of-date DOT L. P. Gas cylinder without being requalified; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (E)(10).
Carol’s Shell, P. O. Box 89-ATTN:Carol Breaux, Lockport, LA 70374, Docket #10015
1. Did allow employee, Carol B. Breaux, to fill an out-of-date DOT L. P. Gas cylinder without being requalified; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (E)(10).
Little Eagle Inc., 1813 S. Bayou Dr.-ATTN: Kirk Lebouef, Golden Meadow, LA 70357, Docket #10016
1. Did allow employee, Kirk P. Lebouef, to fill an out-of-date DOT L. P. Gas cylinder without being requalified; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (E)(10).
AD #1539, page 8, continued,
Jack’s Exxon Service Inc., 115 Nicol Dr.-ATTN:Jack Adams, Cut Off, LA 70345, Docket #10017
1. Did allow employee, Jackie A. Adams, to fill an out-of-date DOT L. P. Gas cylinder without being requalified; thus violating LAC 55:IX.181 (E)(10).
Allen’s Electric Heating & Air, 26113 Pierson Rd.-ATTN:Allen Pierson, Holden, LA 70744, Docket #10018
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
B & B Grocery & Deli, 32470 Hwy. 190 West-ATTN:Edward Burrell, Slidell, LA 70460, Docket #10019
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Bare’s Bait & Tackle, 18886 Hwy. 22-ATTN:James Bare, Maurepas, LA 70449, Docket #10020
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Dennis Truck & Tractor Inc., 43319 S. Airport Rd.-ATTN:Dennis Poillion, Hammond, LA 70403, Docket #10021
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Grace’s Boat Landing, 48 Gracie Lodge Rd.-ATTN:Joe Sepulvado, Zwolle, LA 71486, Docket #10022
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Kajun Ken’s Inc., 4889 W. Main St.-ATTN:Kenneth Duplantis, Houma, LA 70360, Docket #10023
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Kentwood Cooperative, 501 Railroad Ave.-ATTN:Bubby Huckaby, Kentwood, LA 70444, Docket #10024
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
AD #1539, page 9, continued,
Pat’s Petroleum Products Inc., 740 West Port St.-ATTN:Charlotte Guidry, St. Martinville, LA 70582, Docket #10025
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Propane Industrial Gases Ldt., 2020 N. Third St.-ATTN: O J Templet, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, Docket #10026
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Quality Carriers Inc., 3802 Corporex Pk-ATTN:M Harkin, Tampa, FL 33619, Docket #10027
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Templet N Templet Weld SplyHam, 2000 Anita Blvd.-ATTN: R G Templet, Hammond, LA 70403, Docket #10028
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Terra Express Inc., 600 4th St.-ATTN: R Michael Fox, Sioux City, IA 51101, Docket #10029
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
The R. V. Shop Inc., 13326 S. Choctaw Dr.-ATTN: Gerald Vince, Baton Rouge, LA 70815, Docket #10030
1. Did continue to engage in the L. P. Gas business without paying the required permit fee; thus violating R. S. 40:1849 (A) of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
Rowena’s Grocery Store, P. O. Box 257-ATTN:Kay Burleigh, Sunset, LA 70584, Docket #10031
1. Failed to provide a Certificate of Insurance with this Commission as required; thus violating R. S. 40:1847 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended.
AD #1539, page 10, continued,
APPLICATIONS
The following applicants have applied for Class 6 permits:
Country Livin The Cameron Fish House
506 Martin Luther King Dr. P. O. Box 830
Jonesville, LA 71343 Cameron, LA 70631
Dwayne’s Car Care & Tire Center LLC Tioga Hardware & Feed
228 South Bullard St. 4811 Shreveport Hwy.
Opelousas, LA 70570 Pineville, LA 71360
The following applicants were administratively granted Class 6X permits pending ratification by the Commission:
Luke’s Bait and Grocery Pak-Petro Inc.
1889 Hwy 318 8146 9th Ave.
Jeanerette, LA 70544 Port Arthur, TX 77642
Morrison Terrebonne Lumber Cntr LLC Southern Pro Homecenter
600 Barataria Ave. P. O. Box 689
Houma, LA 70360 Church Point, LA 70525
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SPECIAL NOTICE: IT IS REQUIRED THAT ALL NEW CLASS 6 APPLICANTS ATTEND THE SAFETY MEETING IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE THURSDAY MORNING COMMISSION HEARING.***************************************
NOTICE: ALL APPLICANTS WHETHER FOR NEW PERMITS OR CHANGE OF NAME MUST HAVE A REPRESENTATIVE (OWNER, MANAGER OR OFFICER) AT THE MEETING ON THURSDAY, JANUARY 25, 2001 AT 1723 DALLAS DRIVE, SUITE A, BATON ROUGE, LA. THE ONLY EXCEPTIONS ARE CLASS 6-X AND ANHYDROUS AMMONIA WHO PRESENTLY HOLD A PERMIT WITH THIS COMMISSION.BY ORDER OF LIQUEFIED
PETROLEUM GAS COMMISSION
CHARLES M. FULLER
DIRECTOR