Fertilizer Manufacturer Fined $400K for Washington Worker Death from Toxic Gas
A fertilizer manufacturer has been fined $394,200 for the death of a worker killed by toxic gases at a work site.
The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries fined Two Rivers Terminal LLC for safety violations following the death of Viktor Voloshin, 56, at its Pasco facility.
On June 7, 2024, surveillance footage showed Voloshin entering a tanker truck to clean it, where toxic hydrogen sulfide gas from fertilizer residue killed him.
Voloshin, who worked for the company for 11 years, was also a father of 12.
L&I cited the company for multiple willful and repeat serious violations, including failing to provide air monitoring, ventilation, or protective equipment. Two Rivers Terminal, which has a reported history of safety infractions, is still appealing previous fines totaling $672,320.
The company is appealing the latest penalties. Fines go toward the workers’ compensation supplemental pension fund.
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